Welcome to Pearl City
A sparkling Honolulu suburb that’s rich in history
Pearl City, dubbed "Central Oahu," is a residential region and the go-to location for daily errands and work. Pearl City is home to the USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor, and offers a fascinating glimpse into history.
The USS Memorial in Pearl Harbor is a somber experience for tourists. It stands to memorialize the service members who gave their lives during the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Tours include a ride to the sunken battleship in the port, where 1177 soldiers are still entombed in the ship's ruins and are preceded by onshore exhibits and a movie memorial of the attack.
What to Love
- The Pro Bowl, which acts as the main event to begin off the week leading up to the Super Bowl, is hosted by Pearl City almost every year.
- Pearlridge Area, the state's largest enclosed shopping center
- Salt Lake District Park in Pearl City, which includes a 50-meter long Olympic-sized swimming pool and Oahu's only ice skating rink.
Local Lifestyle
With a population of 45,605, Pearl City is a popular suburb of Honolulu. Residents of Pearl City enjoy a suburban vibe, and the majority of residents own their homes. There are numerous restaurants, coffee shops, and parks in Pearl City, perfect for young professionals establishing themselves and retirees looking for an exciting taste of island life.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Pearlridge Shopping Center covers two locations joined by a train that connects both sides, with hundreds of stores, cafés, and other services. The mall has everything you could possibly need in a shopping experience without having to deal with the traffic in busy Honolulu. From bookstores to apparel, the mall has it all.
Down to Earth is Pearl City’s first vegetarian natural food store, with three locations on the island of Oahu. In addition to a full range of grocery items, each Down to Earth features a well-designed salad bar and a hot meal bar that is open from early morning to late at night. While the salad bar offerings remain consistent throughout the day, the hot food bar shifts from breakfast to lunch and evening fare and is one of Pearl City's finest chances for a meal. The cuisine is always healthy, with a lot of it being organic, and it's a very filling dinner that you can eat at tables inside or out, or take to go.
Things to Do
Pearl City has a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean and provides hikers, beachgoers, and nature lovers with a variety of activities.
Pearl City has a burgeoning year-round tourism economy as well as international trade thanks to the refurbished business ports in the area. The Pearl Harbor National Wildlife Refuge, Pearl City Kai Playground, and Pacheco Playground are among the several parks in the vicinity. The Pearlridge Shopping Center is a popular destination, along with the Aloha Stadium. The Signature Theatres is a luxurious movie theater with a loyal following among locals. Higher education institutions such as the University of Hawaii are also located in Pearl City. With endless things to do, you’re sure never to get bored.
Schools
In Pearl City, Hawaii, there are eleven schools, including nine public and two private. The Hawaii Department Of Education oversees all public schools.
