One pass unlocks dozens of Oahu attractions, from Pearl Harbor sites to museums and cultural stops around Honolulu and Waikiki. It suits travelers packing several visits into a short stay, and the live booking page lists every included venue.
Overview
The Go City Oahu All-Inclusive Pass bundles admission to more than 40 attractions, tours and activities on the island into a single digital ticket, valid for your choice of 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 days. You buy the pass, save it to your phone, and then use it for direct entry at each participating attraction. Every pass also includes one premium luau experience. The roster covers a wide stretch of the island: the USS Bowfin and the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, a Waikiki cruise with snorkeling, the Polynesian Cultural Center, a catamaran sail, and a full-day island tour for travellers who want to see more of Oahu beyond Waikiki.
How it works in practice is the part that decides whether this is a good buy. The pass is a self-directed product, so travellers build their own itinerary using the free Go City app, which lists each attraction, its opening times and its reservation instructions. Transportation is included on selected attractions only, so the digital guide is the place to check what is covered. The pass has 14 days validity, which allows a mix of busy days and rest days rather than cramming everything into consecutive ones.
It suits organised visitors who book ahead. Anyone hoping to decide day by day on the spot should read the reservation requirements carefully before buying.
What's Included
Included
- Transportation included on selected attractions only - check digital guide for more information
- Digital pass valid for the number of days chosen
- Free Go City app with attraction information and reservation instructions
- 1 Premium Luau experience included
Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Itinerary
- Receive your digital passAfter purchase the pass arrives as your ticket. Save it on your mobile device for direct entry at each attraction.
- Plan with the Go City appUse the free app or digital guide to see the current attraction line-up, opening times and reservation instructions. The most popular activities require advance reservations.
- Enter attractions directlyShow the saved pass at each participating attraction for entry. Options include the USS Bowfin, the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, a Waikiki snorkeling cruise, the Polynesian Cultural Center and a catamaran cruise.
- Book the premium luauEach pass includes one admission to a premium luau experience. See the digital guide for the available options and booking instructions.
- Use over your chosen daysThe pass is valid for the number of days chosen, 2 to 7, with 14 days validity, so active and relaxed days can be mixed.
What To Expect From The Tour
This is a planning-heavy product, and the difference between a great experience and a frustrating one usually comes down to reservations made before the trip.
- Book popular activities early. The listing warns that the most popular activities require advance reservations, and multiple reviewers said the same thing from experience. Check availability on the websites of the activities you want before you travel, and reserve well in advance.
- Allow a full day. Some attractions eat an entire day. One reviewer specifically advised planning a full day for the Polynesian Cultural Center and regretted not doing so.
- Arrange your own transport. Transportation is included on selected attractions only, so check the digital guide for which ones. For everything else, plan how you will get there before you set out.
- Call ahead. One reviewer found that tour operators were familiar with the pass, though experiences vary.
- Pace yourself. The 14-day validity means you do not have to use consecutive days.
- Bring the essentials. Food and drinks are not included unless specified, and gratuities are not covered.
Common issues. The single biggest complaint, raised by several reviewers, is that popular attractions were fully booked during their stay, leaving them unable to use the pass at all. This is avoidable: the listing states plainly that the most popular activities require advance reservations, and reviewers who booked ahead had smooth experiences. Transportation is another practical limit, since it is included on selected attractions only. One reviewer reported being denied entry at the Polynesian Cultural Center because their barcode did not work, so it pays to follow the reservation instructions in the app carefully. Attractions are subject to change, and the app carries the current line-up.
Questions People Ask
What does the Go City Oahu All-Inclusive Pass include?
It includes admission to over 40 attractions, tours, shows and activities, plus one premium luau experience per pass. You also get the free Go City app with attraction information and reservation instructions. Transportation is included on selected attractions only, so check the digital guide.
How many days does the pass last?
You choose a 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7-day pass. The pass has 14 days validity, so you can spread your sightseeing across relaxed and active days rather than using consecutive days.
Is food included?
No. Food and drinks are not included unless specified by an individual attraction, and gratuities are not covered either. Budget separately for meals, especially on full-day outings such as the Polynesian Cultural Center.
Do I need to make reservations for the attractions?
Yes, for the most popular ones. The listing states that these require advance reservations, and multiple reviewers reported being unable to book activities when they left it late. Check the digital guide or app for each attraction's instructions and reserve well before your trip.
Is the pass suitable for children and wheelchair users?
The listing states the pass is wheelchair accessible and pushchair accessible, and that service animals are allowed. Child passes are available for ages 3 to 12. For children under 3, check with each individual attraction or tour whether infants are accepted or need to pay an entrance fee.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience's start time, based on local time in Oahu. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted.