Polynesian Cultural Center: Ticket, Gateway Buffet and Show

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
5 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Experience the rich culture of Polynesia at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Enjoy hands-on activities, a delicious buffet, and a mesmerizing show. Perfect for families and travelers alike!

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Located on O‘ahu’s North Shore, the Polynesian Cultural Center is a one-of-a-kind attraction showcasing the people, culture, arts, and crafts of Polynesia. Since 1963, it has welcomed millions of visitors and remains a favorite for both locals and tourists. As a non-profit, 100% of its revenue supports daily operations and the education of its student employees from nearby Brigham Young University-Hawaii.


The Gateway Buffet Package offers a full day of immersive experiences, including hands-on activities and cultural presentations across six Polynesian Island Villages. Enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat feast at the Gateway Buffet, featuring island-inspired dishes, a salad bar, and desserts, all served in the spirit of ohana (family). End your evening with the spectacular HĀ: Breath of Life show, a breathtaking performance by over 100 talented Pacific Island performers in our open-air theater.


Join us today for an unforgettable experience!

What You Get

Silver level seating at "HĀ: Breath of Life" evening show
Self-guided experience through 6 island villages
Dinner
Come enjoy a premiere dining experience that includes live music in a relaxed atmosphere with an expansive buffet of island inspired dishes.
Transportation to Polynesian Cultural Center

Good To Know

  • A tour guide is not included in the Gateway Buffet package, but group or private tours can be arranged for an additional fee. You can pay for a guide at the center on the day of your visit.
  • Strollers are convenient for exploring the area, but please note that during certain shows, strollers will need to be left outside, and parents may need to hold their babies on their laps.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

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Polynesian Cultural Center

Islands of Polynesia villages admission is open from 12-5:30 pm. Each of the 6 island villages provides hands-on activities, demonstrations, and performances which bring these unique cultures to life. All-day admission to explore the authentic cultures of the islands staffed by friendly villagers ready to share information. Take a leisurely canoe tour across our magnificent lagoon. The Gateway Buffet is our most popular dinner package and is offered as an alternative to our lūʻau. It includes live music in a relaxed atmosphere with an expansive buffet of island inspired dishes in our dining hall that features a 360° mural. Doors open at 4:30pm - 7pm at our Gateway Restaurant. From 7:30-8:45pm, the stunning “HĀ: Breath of Life” evening show features over 100 Pacific Islander performers, special effects, animation, fire knives and surround sound. It is a saga of birth and death, love and family, tragedy and triumph. Silver level seating provided.
9 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Polynesian Cultural Center, Kamehameha Highway, Honolulu County Hawaii, United States, US, 96762

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Guests can meet us at the Welcome Center of the Polynesian Cultural Center, located at the right-hand side behind the Hamana Kalili Statue. This building houses the ticketing booths, where visitors can check in or inquire further about their visit.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Please note that the time is in Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time.
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
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