The USS Utah and USS Oklahoma Memorials at Pearl Harbor offer a quieter, more personal space to reflect on the lives lost during the December 7, 1941, attack on the island of Oahu.
USS Oklahoma & Utah
The Pearl Harbor Bus Tour offers a unique way to access both the USS Utah and USS Oklahoma Memorials. This guided bus tour is led by knowledgeable National Park Service rangers who provide detailed commentary and historical context along the way.
Mokuumeume
Board in bus loop & go to Ford Island.
Limited seats
Tickets released two weeks in advance.
Moderate walking
Will stand & walk for 45 minutes.
Reservations
Seats are limited and require reservations.
Base restrictions
Military & National Park Regulations.
Tour Guide & Founder
Most visitors never get to see the USS Utah Memorial. Even after nearly two decades of guiding tours at Pearl Harbor, I've only seen it a handful of times. If you can get a reservation, take it.
Tour Guide & Founder
Most visitors never get to see the USS Utah Memorial. Even after nearly two decades of guiding tours at Pearl Harbor, I've only seen it a handful of times. If you can get a reservation, take it.
the Pearl Harbor Bus Tour
The USS Utah and USS Oklahoma Memorials offer a quieter, more personal space to reflect on the lives lost during the December 7, 1941 attack.
The Utah honors 58 sailors who perished when the ship was sunk. While the Oklahoma memorial pays tribute to 429 men who died when their ship was torpedoed and capsized.
Though less visited than other sites, both memorials offer a powerful way to connect more deeply. Dive into the history and sacrifice of that day, beyond the USS Arizona.
Access to the USS Utah
This is one of the only ways for civilians to visit the USS Utah Memorial on the Ewa side of Ford Island. There are a maximum of 120 seats available per week and reservations must be made in advance.
| Detail | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Visit Focus | ✓ Historic active military base with Pearl Harbor sites. |
| Access Method | ✓ Restricted access (typically via authorized tour/transport). |
| Experience Type | ✓ Multi-site historical zone (Oklahoma & Utah Memorials). |
| Time Needed | ✓ 90 Minute National Park sponsored and controlled. |
| Best Strategy | ✓ Sign into recreation.gov 15 minutes before release. |
| Reservations | ✓ Due to its location, all visits require advanced booking. |
- Operating Hours: 3:30pm on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
- Visitor Center: Arrive by 2:30 pm & check-in at 3:00 pm
- Special Restrictions: Maximum 5 people per booking
- Admission Costs: $1 fee to reserve seat in advance
- Address: 1275 Saratoga Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96818
- Military ID: Access via the Admiral Chick Clarey Bridge
- Civilians: Meet Park Ranger at the Visitor Center
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Because of its limited capacity and location, it’s one of the most difficult reservations to make on Oahu. So donʻt forget to set an alarm to book the tickets. However, a variety of similar and nearby attractions are much easier to access.
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About the Pearl Harbor Bus Tour
Whether you’re standing before Oklahoma’s black granite pillars or reflecting on Utah’s rusting remains, this tour is quiet, moving, and unforgettable. You can read our guide for visiting Pearl Harbor or find easy answers to common questions below.
Where do you meet the Pearl Harbor Bus tour?
The Pearl Harbor Bus Tour is accessible via a short walk from the main Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. They provide an essential opportunity to visit Ford Island to remember those who were aboard these ships and reflect on the lesser-known aspects of the attack. This guided bus tour is led by knowledgeable National Park Service rangers who provide detailed commentary and historical context along the way.
But visitors can take time to reflect at the peaceful USS Oklahoma, found just outside of the Battleship Missouri without reservations.
Why are the USS Utah and Oklahoma Memorials unique?
Do you need a reservation to visit these Memorials?
Maybe. Reservations are not needed for these memorials if you have military ID. But civilians can visit the USS Oklahoma Memorial outside the Battleship Missouri.
However, if you are interested in the Pearl Harbor Bus Tour by the National Park Service, you need to book tickets in advance as space is limited and the tour can be quite popular.
When does the National Park offer the Pearl Harbor Bus Tour?
How do you reserve tickets for the Bus Tour to Ford Island?
Can we help you make USS Utah and Oklahoma reservations?
Whatʻs included in the Pearl Harbor Bus Tour to Ford Island?
Are there rules for this National Park tour to Ford Island?
The Ford Island Bus Tour is a reminder that the Pearl Harbor War Memorial is much more than one ship. These stops offer a fuller picture of the attack and honor those who are often left out of the spotlight.
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As with all sacred sites in Hawaii, we ask guests to visit with care and respect. The Oklahoma and Utah Memorials are solemn places of remembrance. So please be quiet and mindful.
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