Driving Directions

From Waikiki, there are several ways to drive to the ultimate Polynesian luau at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Parking at the Polynesian Cultural Center is $6.

Drive through the North Shore:
This route will take between 75-90 minutes of driving, without stops at the North Shore.

Take the H-1 Freeway WEST
past Aloha Stadium (on left) and Pearl Harbor

Exit to the H2 Freeway toward Wahiawa and North Shore.
Continue on H2 Freeway past Schofield Barracks and follow signs to “North Shore”

At Haliewa (Hal-a-eva) you have a choice:
go through Haliewa or by pass Haliewa on the Joseph P. Leong freeway towards the beaches.

Whichever you choose, continue down the Joseph P. Leong freeway past the beaches, and around the bend. Polynesian Cultural Center will be on the RIGHT just past the first Laie sign.

Alternate Directions #2 Pali Highway
Allow 60-75 minutes of drive time.

From Waikiki, take the H1 Freeway WEST

EXIT RIGHT on Pali Highway (#61) through town on Nuuanu, past the Pali lookout and through the tunnels (be prepared for a breathtaking view after exiting the tunnels).

Take FIRST LEFT HAND TURN (#83)
Continue beneath the H3
TURN LEFT on Likelike Freeway (#63)
TURN RIGHT at SECOND stoplight (Kahekili Highway)
Kahekili turns into Kamehameha Highway (#83)
Follow the beautiful coast for 23 beautiful miles
Once you enter LAIE, the Polynesian Cultural Center is on your LEFT.