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The ʻIolani Palace ( Hawaiian: Hale Aliʻi ʻIolani) was the royal residence of the rulers of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi beginning with Kamehameha III under the Kamehameha Dynasty (1845) and ending with Queen Liliʻuokalani (1893) under the Kalākaua Dynasty, founded by her brother, King David Kalākaua. It is located in the capitol district of ...
- Thomas J. Baker, Charles J. Wall, Isaac Moore
- 1879
- 10.6 acres (4.3 ha)
- Honolulu, HI
Iolani Palace is a National Historic Landmark and the only official royal residence in the United States, built in 1882 by King Kalākaua and the home of Hawaii's last reigning monarchs. Explore the Palace's collections, events, and history, and experience the Queen Kapiʻolani Evening Tours by moonlight.
Visit ʻIolani Palace with our popular tour options: a Guided Tour with a Palace Docent and a Self-Led Audio Tour. Both options include a tour of the first and second floors of ʻIolani Palace followed by a self-guided exploration of the basement gallery exhibits. It is suggested you allow approximately 60-90 minutes for either tour.
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Iolani Palace, the official residence of Hawaii’s monarchy, is a marvel of opulence, innovation and political intrigue. Meticulously restored to its former grandeur, this National Historic Landmark in downtown Honolulu tells of a time when their Majesties, King Kalakaua, who built the palace in 1882, and his sister and successor, Queen Liliuokalani, walked its celebrated halls.
- (8K)
- Attraction
- 364 S King St, Honolulu, 96813-2900, Hawaii
Learn about the only royal palace in the United States and a symbol of Hawaiian independence. Explore its history, architecture, and role in the overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawai'i in 1893.
Learn how the Iolani Palace, the former residence of the Hawaiian monarchy, became a symbol of Hawaiian heritage and resistance against U.S. imperialism. Explore the history, architecture, and cultural significance of this National Historic Landmark through maps, photos, readings, and activities.
Visit the national historic landmark and the only official state residence of royalty in the United States. Learn about the history and culture of Hawaiʻi through the palace's architecture, interior, regalia and grounds.
