Historical Tour of Downtown Honolulu in Red Light District

Fort Street and Blaisdell Hotel Circa 1920s

Oldest bar in Honolulu and watering hole of the USS Arizona

Duration1h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Explore Honolulu's mysterious past with Honolulu Red Light Tours, delving into the intriguing world of Hawaii's 1930s brothels. Uncover the tales of secret establishments, vibrant characters, and the allure that shaped the city's history. Guided by knowledgeable storytellers, this tour offers a unique glimpse into Honolulu's captivating and enigmatic underbelly.

Wheelchair accessible tours at 1:00 and 3:00 PM.

Contact us for private tours of 4 or more visitors for days/times we are normally closed.

What's included

Guests must be 21 years old to consume alcohol. We will make stops where participants may purchase cocktails.

What to expect

Downtown Honolulu
1h · Admission ticket included

The tour begins at the Blaisdell Hotel. This is where the working girls checked in with the Chief of Police. The tour then continues through the historic red light district with stops at 6 former brothels where guests will learn the steamy history and stories of each building.

Our tour guide will meet you at the Old Blaisdell Hotel (1154 Fort Street Mall). This is a historical Redlight tour in Honolulu's Chinatown's heyday of prostitution from the the 1930s-1944. This is a short walking tour and is designed with all physical abilities in mind. We can accommodate visitors in wheelchairs for our earlier tours as the historic elevator stops running at 4:30 PM. The entire route is wheelchair friendly.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at 1154 Fort Street Mall. The Old Blaisdell Hotel. Look up above the trees and see a “Blaisdell Hotel” sign. There is a “jojos coffee sign” hanging over the black iron gate. We will meet you at the gate.

End point

Meet at 1154 Fort Street Mall. The Old Blaisdell Hotel. Look up above the trees and see a “Blaisdell Hotel” sign. There is a “jojos coffee sign” hanging over the black iron gate. We will meet you at the gate.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Must be 21 to consume alcohol

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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