Pearl City

Oahu Town Guide

Pearl City

Pearl City is a Central Oahu community known for Pearl Harbor access, residential neighborhoods, shopping, parks, rail stations and cross-island routes.

Welcome to Pearl City
Welcome to Pearl City

Pearl City, Oahu

Pearl City is located on Oahu's south shore, about 11 miles (18 km) west of downtown Honolulu. The town's main attraction is Pearl Harbor, the site of the Japanese surprise attack and the beginning of World War II for the United States on December 7, 1941. Pearl City is situated right on the harbor's shore.

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Carman

Sun Mar 08, 2015

Viewing site from Fort mcMurray Alberta canada.have a song pop contestant from this area nice weather might have to visit in the future.

Location, Parking and Directions

Pearl City is located in Central Oahu along the north side of Pearl Harbor, about 11 miles west of downtown Honolulu. From Honolulu, drive west on H-1 or use Kamehameha Highway connections toward Pearl City. Parking varies by park, shopping center, school, station, restaurant, business and neighborhood access point.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pearl City on Oahu?

Pearl City is in Central Oahu, along the north side of Pearl Harbor, about 11 miles west of downtown Honolulu.

What is Pearl City known for?

Pearl City is known for its Pearl Harbor location, residential neighborhoods, shopping centers, schools, parks, rail access and central road connections.

Is Pearl Harbor in Pearl City?

Pearl Harbor borders the Pearl City area, but the main Pearl Harbor visitor sites are nearby rather than inside the town center.

Is Pearl City close to Honolulu?

Yes. Pearl City is about 11 miles west of downtown Honolulu, though drive times vary with H-1, Kamehameha Highway and commuter traffic.

Is Pearl City a good place to stay?

Pearl City can work for visitors who want a Central Oahu base near Pearl Harbor, Aiea, Waipahu, shopping, family visits and cross-island routes.