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Opening times

All times are local to Honolulu.

Bishop Museum

09:00–17:00 · Every dayLast check-in 16:00

Closed

Four days a year · HolidaysThanksgiving (26 November 2026), 24 and 25 December and 1 January

Allow time to explore before closing. Your ticket shows your date and entry time.

Finding the museum

Bishop Museum is in the Kalihi district of Honolulu, about 6 miles from Waikīkī. The entrance is on Bernice Street.

• By bus: TheBus route 2 runs from Kūhiō Avenue in Waikīkī to School Street and Kapālama Avenue, a short walk from the museum; allow about an hour.
• By car: from Waikīkī take the H-1 west and exit 20A for Likelike Highway, then turn right onto Bernice Street. Parking is US$10 per vehicle.
• Before arrival: leave time for the journey and entry checks so you are ready for your booked slot.

Useful stops along the way

Facilities can change through the year. Visitors can usually expect:

• Accessible restrooms in every public building on the campus.
• Baby-changing stations in Hawaiian Hall, the Science Adventure Center and Atherton Hālau.
• Bag check at the Admissions Desk for large backpacks and luggage, for a fee.
• Tūtū’s Place by Highway Inn for Hawaiian plates and snacks.

Bring a refillable water bottle: the campus is free of single-use plastic. Ask staff about current arrangements when you arrive.

A visit that works for you

Bishop Museum is wheelchair accessible, and an elevator in the Hawaiian Hall atrium reaches the upper floors of Hawaiian Hall and Pacific Hall. Manual wheelchairs can be borrowed free at the Admissions Desk in Shop Pacifica, in exchange for photo ID held during your visit.

• Check arrangements for your particular mobility or access needs before travelling.
• Sign-language interpretation can be arranged with two weeks’ notice.
• Ask museum staff for assistance or directions during your visit.

Enjoy the museum thoughtfully

• Walk rather than run in the halls, and supervise children.
• Treat the halls and their collections with respect, and follow the signs in each gallery.
• Only service dogs are allowed, and they must be announced at the Admissions Desk.
• Commercial photography and filming, including product promotion, need permission.
• Follow the signs and staff guidance, including any restrictions in the exhibition spaces.

A little care helps protect the collections for everyone.

Make time for a pause

Tūtū’s Place by Highway Inn serves Hawaiian plates, poke bowls, sandwiches and snacks from 10:30 to 15:30.

• Stop for breakfast, lunch, a hot drink or refreshments nearby.
• Leave room in your plans to sit down and enjoy the setting.
• Check opening hours and menus on the day; food and drinks are purchased separately.

You may bring your own food, but not into the exhibit spaces.

A few details worth planning

• Book ahead: choose the date, time and places you want to visit before making other plans.
• Keep your QR ticket ready: save it on your phone or bring a printed copy, with any proof needed for reduced admission.
• Start in the right place: check in at the Admissions Desk in Shop Pacifica and follow your ticket’s instructions.
• Dress for exploring: comfortable shoes, sun protection and a charged phone make the day easier.
• Leave space to linger: plan around the lava show at noon in the Science Adventure Center.