About the Holiday Lights Tour

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See Honolulu City Lights from above! Waikiki Trolley’s Holiday Lights Tour offers panoramic views of Honolulu Hale and the city’s dazzling holiday displays.

Step into a world of holiday cheer with Waikiki Trolley’s Holiday Lights Tour!

Glide through the city as it sparkles with twinkling lights, sing along to your favorite Christmas carols, and stop at Honolulu Hale and drive by Thomas Square to admire the iconic holiday displays. Warm up with complimentary hot cocoa or bottled water, enjoy festive games and activities, and capture memories with Santa and the Green Guy at our exclusive Holiday Station.

A night of lights, laughter, and holiday cheer awaits — the perfect way to celebrate the season!

Duration: 1hour 45 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes (including about 1 hour at Honolulu Hale and 30 minutes at the Holiday Station)

Meeting point: Corner of Richards Street and Aloha Tower Drive

What You Will Experience on the Tour

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Check in is easy. Just bring the eticket and show to the staff.
See Honolulu City Lights from above! Waikiki Trolley’s Holiday Lights Tour offers panoramic views of Honolulu Hale and the city’s dazzling holiday displays.

Check-In Holiday Station at Aloha Tower

Location: Corner of Richards Street & Aloha Tower Drive

Please arrive 10–15 minutes before your tour time to check in.

Want extra holiday fun?
Come 30 minutes early to enjoy the Holiday Station with lights, music, and festive activities.

Tip: Don’t forget to pre-purchase scrips to enjoy the fun activities, games, and treats at the Holiday Station! Buy Scrips>

Only Waikiki Trolley's Holiday Lights Tour can go with the double-decker bus!
See Honolulu City Lights from above! Waikiki Trolley’s Holiday Lights Tour offers panoramic views of Honolulu Hale and the city’s dazzling holiday displays.
You will enjoy the Christmas illuminations at the Honolulu City Lights in Honolulu from the Double-decker bus.

Ride to Honolulu Hale

The time shown on your ticket is your bus departure time.

Relax and enjoy the sparkling city lights as we head to Honolulu Hale, a featured Honolulu City Lights location.

Length of the drive: Approx. 30 minutes

Enjoy the Immersive Display of Lights

Delight in the full holiday experience with food vendors, and an unforgettable glowing trees, and brilliant seasonal displays.

Length of Stay at Hale: Approx. 1 hour

Meeting Point: Bus Stop #324 (Punchbowl St + S King St) (Map)

Only Waikiki Trolley's Holiday Lights Tour can have photo opportunity with Santa and Green Guy!
At Holiday Station, you can try some free crafts as well.

Return to Holiday Station

After the tour, the fun continues!

If you haven’t taken photos with Santa or the Green Guy—or want to enjoy more holiday games—feel free to stay and celebrate a little longer.

Tent Hours: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Complimentary photo opportunity with Santa & the Green Guy!
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A glimpse of the holiday magic we captured

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Nighttime scene with a decorated double-decker Waikiki Trolley bus, surrounded by five people dressed as Santa and elves, with palm trees and clouds in the background.
See Honolulu City Lights from above! Waikiki Trolley’s Holiday Lights Tour offers panoramic views of Honolulu Hale and the city’s dazzling holiday displays.
Group of people dressed as Christmas elves and a Santa Claus figure standing in front of a decorated holiday backdrop with wrapped gifts and Christmas decor.
Two smiling girls wearing rainbow-colored sweaters and Santa hats, standing in front of a blurred Christmas tree with warm yellow lights in the background.
People dressed in Christmas costumes, including Santa Claus, the Grinch, and a girl with pigtails, standing in front of Christmas decorations and a decorated Christmas tree.
Christmas-themed party under a decorated tent with colorful hanging ornaments, string lights, and a line of people waiting at a festive distribution table.
Holiday Lights Tour, Holiday Station Tent entrance. Here' at an outdoor holiday festival with colorful lights, people, and holiday decorations.
You can meet our Green Guy and enjoy photo shooting with him at the Holiday Station.
Colorful Christmas light display featuring inflatable decorations including Santa Claus, snowmen, elves, and Christmas trees, with a tent and people in the background at night.
At the Honolulu City Lights, Christmas display with a large reindeer figure with a red nose and elf and toy soldier figures in a Santa's sleigh background, decorated with colorful holiday lights.
At the Honolulu Hale, Nighttime scene of a building decorated with colorful Christmas lights, featuring large Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus statues, illuminated arches, and a crowd of people in front.
Kids are enjoying the game at the Holiday Station tent at the Holiday Lights Tour by Waikiki Trolley.
Elf and the Green Guy are waiting for you at the Holiday Lights Tour.
A circular ornament featuring Winnie the Pooh and a character in a Wanikiki Trolley with reindeer antlers, promoting the 2024 holiday lights event.
People riding in a brightly decorated vehicle with colorful string lights, looking out at a rainy city street at night.
Outdoor Christmas display with inflatable decorations, including presents, candy canes, and Santa ornaments, under a large tent at night.

Plan Your Tour Day

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Only Waikiki Trolley's Holiday Lights Tour can have photo opportunity with Santa and Green Guy!

Come Dressed Comfortably for the Holiday Lights Tour!

Hawaii’s weather can be a bit unpredictable, so we recommend wearing light, comfortable clothing and shoes. That way, you can relax, explore, and enjoy every magical moment with ease!

Don’t Forget Your Camera or Smartphone!

Capture the magic — from sparkling lights to your photo opportunity with Santa and the Green Guy! You’ll want to relive every twinkling moment of your Holiday Station and Holiday Lights Tour experience.

Come 30 minutes early to enjoy more magic!

Come 30 minutes early to enjoy our Holiday Station, complete with lights, music, and festive activities!

🪄 Enjoy the magic! ✨ Tour includes a Double-Decker ride, photo opportunity with Santa & the Green Guy, and holiday games!🎅💚

Summary of Your
Holiday Lights Tour


  • [ Tour Ticket ]

    Upper Deck: Adult: $37, Child: $27

    Lower Deck: Adult: $35, Child: $25

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    *Children under 3 years old ride free on a parent’s lap

    • Open-Air Double-Decker Trolley Tour – Enjoy a scenic holiday ride with panoramic city views (approx. 40 minutes).

    • Honolulu Hale Holiday Light Experience – Explore dazzling displays featuring the city’s 50-foot Christmas tree, Shaka Santa, and Tutu Mele (approx. 1 hour).

    • Complimentary Refreshments – Choose hot cocoa or bottled water (one per guest).

    • Festive Game Scrip – Receive 3 FREE scrips for holiday games and activities.

    • Family-Friendly Holiday Fun – Enjoy FREE holiday crafts and activities for kids and families.

    • Photo Opportunities – Capture magical moments with Santa and the Green Guy—memories to last a lifetime!

    • Shuttle service to/from Waikiki (available for an additional charge at the checkout).

    • Additional hot chocolate and bottled water beyond provided.

    • Additional scrips for games or merchandise.

    • Parking fees (4 hours $15 validation available)


  • Adult/Child: $7.50

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    *Children under 3 years old ride free on a parent’s lap

  • Arrive early for extra holiday fun!

    Please check in 10–15 minutes before your tour time. Want to soak in the holiday magic before your ride?

    Arrive 30 minutes early to stroll through Holiday Station, snap photos, and enjoy the festive vibes before boarding!

    Double Decker Tour (Approx. 40 minutes)

    The time shown on your ticket is your bus departure time.

    Relax and enjoy the sparkling city lights as we head to Honolulu Hale, a featured Honolulu City Lights location.

    Enjoy the Honolulu Hale Experienc (Approx. 45 minutes–1 hour)

    Explore Honolulu Hale and enjoy the city’s dazzling holiday decorations.

    Ride back to Holiday Station (Approx. 20 minutes)

    Holiday Station Activities

    After returning, continue enjoying Holiday Station or conclude your tour! ( Buy more scrips > )

    • Delight in the Magic
      Enjoy beautiful views of Honolulu’s twinkling holiday lights aboard our joyful open-air Double Decker Bus, the perfect way to take in the sights and sounds of the season.

    • Hawaii's Iconic Holiday Stop
      Visit Honolulu Hale, home to Honolulu City Lights, and take in the beloved holiday displays that capture the spirit of the season!

    • Exclusive Holiday Station Experience
      Your ticket includes access to our exclusive Holiday Station, complete with 1 complimentary refreshment, festive activities, and plenty of holiday cheer!

    • Picture-Perfect Moments
      Snap free photos with Santa and the Grumpy Green Guy to remember your magical night under the lights!

    • E-ticket from E Noa Corporation

    • Comfortable attire

    • Camera or smartphone

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Questions about the Holiday Lights Tour? You can find your answers at the FAQs.

FAQs

Visit the Winter Wonderland! The Holiday Lights Tour begins at this location.

Direction to the Holiday Station

At the Winter Wonderland of Holiday Lights Tour, you can enjoy the games and crafts.

About the Holiday Station

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