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A Hawaiian national treasure and the only official state residence of royalty in
the United States, `Iolani Palace was the official residence of the Hawaiian
Kingdom's last two monarchs -- King Kalakaua, who built the Palace in 1882, and
his sister and successor, Queen Lili`uokalani. During the monarchy period, the
Palace was the center of social and political activity in the Kingdom of Hawai`i.
Though its grandeur was neglected after the overthrow of the monarchy,
restoration began in the 1970s through efforts of concerned individuals.
Restoration and preservation continues, and, as a result, today's visitors to
this National Historic Landmark in downtown Honolulu enjoy one of the most
precise historic restorations and learn much about Hawaiian history and
heritage.
Visit and Enjoy The Palace
The Palace is open to the public for tours and special community events.
Tours: For more on Grand and gallery tour hours, tickets and reservations, see
Information for Visitors.
Kama`aina Sundays: Galleries and docent-guided tours are free of charge for
Hawai`i residents (identification required) on Kama`aina Sundays.
Next Kama`aina Sunday: March 5, 2006
Free Band Concerts: The Royal Hawaiian Band performs free concerts on Palace
grounds most Fridays. For schedule > >
School Tours: Enhance understanding of history and heritage by visiting `Iolani
Palace with your students. More on school tours > >
Located in the Downtown Honolulu Capitol District
`Iolani Palace is located in the Capitol District of downtown Honolulu, Oahu,
Hawaii, on the corner of King and Richards Streets at 364 South King Street.
Vehicular entry is via Likelike Mall - off King Street, between the Palace and
the Hawai`i State Library. For directions, map, parking options, and bus
information, see Location/Map.
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