Capital of Hawaii (Aloha State): Honolulu

Honolulu: Heart of the Aloha State

The capital of Hawaii is Honolulu, located on the island of Oʻahu.

Key Facts

• Population: ~350,000 (city); ~1M (metro).
• Iconic sites: Waikīkī Beach, Pearl Harbor, ʻIolani Palace, Diamond Head (Lēʻahi).
• Role: Political, economic, cultural, transportation hub of the Hawaiian Islands.
• Climate: Tropical savanna (As) – warm year-round, trade winds.

Why "Aloha State"?

Official nickname since 1959 (statehood). "Aloha" embodies love, peace, compassion—the spirit of Hawaiian hospitality.