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Polynesian Cultural Center

55-370 Kamehameah Hwy., Laie, Oahu, HI 96762
1-800-367-7060
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As featured in Honolulu for young kids
Ranked #1 of 6 attractions in Laie
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Type: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: One of the top Hawaii attractions includes the Polynesian Cultural Center, which features a 42-acre facility on the North Shore of Oahu. Founded in... more » Owner description: One of the top Hawaii attractions includes the Polynesian Cultural Center, which features a 42-acre facility on the North Shore of Oahu. Founded in 1963, the nonprofit Center was created so that the students of nearby Brigham Young University Hawaii could work their way through college by sharing their island heritage with visitors. The students come from an area that covers approximately 12 million square miles of the Pacific Ocean. « less
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Chichester, United Kingdom
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53 reviews 53 reviews
17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Really liked my day/evening here. The bus journey there was very informative, and fun. The individual areas around the centre were all good, with various activities and displays to do and see. The middle of the day show was really good, seemed to go on for ages, and despite the pouring rain; it went ahead! Evening buffet was really nice,... More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We got a luau package for the Polynesian Cultural Center. They picked us up at our hotel and dropped us off for a day of learning about different villages, buffet dinner and the Ha Breath of Life show which was great. The canoe pageant was fun to watch and there was always something interesting around the corner. If you go,... More

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Bellingham, Washington
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Our one-day visit to the PCC was outstanding and genuine. I've lived in Hawaii, seen a lot of authentic hula, and been to other large scale public entertainment event sites like Disneyland. This one is certainly one of the best. The quality of the various Polynesian island replications is surprisingly authentic. The staff were well trained and fun to be... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Nine of our family of all ages loved all the shows, villages, Imax and Luau. The 5 best items not to be missed were the Imax, Breath of Life show, Water Canoe Show, the funny Samoan Village, and Aoteoroa (New Zealand) Village(loved the Hongi greeting nose to forehead, plus big eyes and long tongue faces). One thing I would suggest... More

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Roanoke Rapids, NC
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14 reviews 14 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Liked: Visiting/Exploring the 5 Polynesian islands and shows + Ha Breath of Life (night show) Taking pig out of pit Parade Dislike: Food at Luau (bland - needs better seasoning) Expensive smoothies

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Portland, Oregon
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19 reviews 19 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I had very moderate expectations for this place. I went 13 years ago and thought it was fine. This time I came back with a family trip with our kids (from age 3-11) and absolutely loved it. Early on we asked one of the people who worked there in what order to visit the villages. He showed us how to... More

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Apple Valley, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Although this attraction is a bit expensive, I think it is well worth the investment. I did not have a car so paid extra for a bus ride from Waikiki. Our tour guide gave extensive narration while we traveled the hour and forty-five minutes to the Center. During the trip, he tried to up-sell my package -- this is something... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We visited the PCC in August 2012, my 76 yr mother fell due to no fault of her own on a poorly maintained step severley lacarating her leg.When we arrived back in Australia we received a letter from the PCC confirming that they would pay all medical costs. It has been 9 months of us calling, emailing and sending letters... More

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jakarta, indonesia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We liked this Cultural Center for it was a great place to be to know more about the Polynesian Cultures (Hawaii, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, Tahiti, New Zealand). It was very interactive, entertaining with lots of performances and games. At the end of our visit, a great dinner buffet was served and a great live show of "Ha: Breath of Life"... More

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Bear, Delaware
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

My husband and I visited in 2007 and returned with our wedding party in 2008. The cultural center is pure splendor. There is so much to see & do, you'll never get bored. We really enjoyed the interaction in the different countries. My husband was called on stage twice and was the life of the party both times. I would... More

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