Polynesian Cultural Center

The Polynesian Cultural Village allowed me to witness the wonderful heritage of different tribes and civilizations scattered across these Pacific islands. What impressed me most were Tonga, where fat is considered beautiful, and Samoa, where people make fire by rubbing two sticks together. The most direct way to travel is of course to participate and experience. We followed the locals to practice dancing with rotating torch sticks, using two short sticks to complete the rhythmic tapping and passing, and even tried to make fire by rubbing two sticks together. These things that I had never experienced before were quite difficult for me, and I felt a sense of awe for them.

We had a buffet at the Cultural Village in the evening. It was really the worst buffet I have ever had. It was just enough to fill me up.

The evening show was about the growth story of a heroic prince in a tribe. It had some clichéd plots and I felt a bit sleepy during the show. However, there were two fire-related performances that were really amazing, especially the last one with dancing torches. The protagonist could spin two torches at the same time, one in each hand. It was amazing.

I originally thought it would be a place for the whole family, as it's been mentioned in every travel guide as a must-see for historical and cultural tours. But I actually had the most fun, haha. To avoid traffic and to enjoy a leisurely brunch at Phu Ke Liao Market, we drove here from Waikiki early. The drive takes about an hour without traffic, and you can book a round-trip shuttle from the hotel for $25-$35. It opens at 11 a.m. We booked online (there's a discount for booking in advance) and got the popular Ambassador Prime package, which includes a buffet dinner! Adult tickets are around $158, and children (ages 3-11) are around $127. Canoeing is available daily from 12:00 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. and from 3:05 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. After experiencing the immersive experiences in several villages, I felt like I was detached from the current impetuous life. I was truly moved by the ancient skills and passion for life. I will go there once with a friend next time.

I don't believe this place is non-profit. If you have nowhere else to go... then it's best not to come. The performances at the cultural center are all pretty much the same, very basic. The only interactive activities like weaving grass carp, boating, and learning uke are a bit interesting, but they're completely unworthy of the price of admission. The evening show was really mediocre. There were a lot of people, but the highlight was probably the few people on stage playing with fiery sticks.

The Polynesian Cultural Center in Hawaii offers a tropical journey through time and space. Enjoy the gentle sway of hula dancing, the fiery blaze of fire knife dances, and the vibrant culture of traditional villages. Experience the vibrant warmth of Polynesia amidst the joyful sounds of song and laughter while boating on the lagoon.

A hornet's nest will never be healed, and a group of villains can't accomplish anything.

It's a cultural tour worth taking. There was a really funny guy there. He seemed to be performing in Satsuma. He could speak phrases from various countries. His pronunciation was standard and he was very witty. I still laugh when I think about it now. But he was actually a painter's door 🈶️ and he was selling his paintings...

The cultural village has ethnic performances from seven Pacific countries. The cultural village is very large and each country has its own fixed performance time, which needs to be confirmed, otherwise you will miss it. I feel it is pretty good.

It was more fun than I thought. We had a Chinese tour guide who led us throughout the tour. The service was great! Many performances were wonderful and well worth a visit!

The canoe water dance performance is my favorite.

The food in the buffet restaurant in the park is also very good, and most importantly, it is quite cheap.

This was established to preserve the traditional Polynesian culture. There are various ethnic villages on display, as well as dance, art and other performances to watch.

Another favorite activity of my husband on that trip was watching hula dancing and chatting about the local people’s culture and customs!

We booked a package online in advance, which included a tour of the village and a large reality show called "Song of Life".

To be honest, apart from "Song of Life", I think the projects in the cultural center are worth watching, but the others are just average: first, there was the canoe water show at 2:30, but unfortunately we missed it; secondly, there was a boat tour of the seven villages. There are various cultural performances at fixed times and locations in the villages. When we arrived, we watched the half-hour performance in the Hawaiian village. To be honest, it was okay, but there were also regrets, because my husband and I missed the hula dance that we were looking forward to... Due to time constraints, we did not see the contents of the other villages, nor did we feel the unique and rich cultural atmosphere!

After visiting several villages, we followed the routine and went to the cinema to watch the 4D movie "Hawaii Journey". Overall, it was okay, but I couldn't understand it. After 10 minutes, the movie ended and we went to the buffet restaurant we had booked for dinner. This was also included in the package, but the content was too small and the taste was average.

We then headed to the "Song of Life" performance, just in time. The actors were incredibly dedicated, their wholehearted performance earning them numerous rounds of applause from the audience.

Even the kids who hadn't shown much interest before praised and applauded. I think my mother's understanding of him is probably more than half due to this beloved ukulele... He was enjoying this grand performance with great satisfaction, so why not give him some appreciation?

The Polynesian Cultural Center trip exceeded my expectations. You can experience local Aboriginal culture in the cultural center, and see hula dancing and local stage plays. It was really good, and the roasted braised pig dinner was delicious (I booked dinner and the show in advance with my Ohuka card).

You can spend most of the day there having dinner and watching performances, and there is a roast pork buffet.

It feels like a Yunnan ethnic minority cultural village.

This is an attraction I personally recommend. You can learn about the characteristics of various Polynesian ethnic groups. It also includes a buffet dinner, although the taste is average.

The Cultural Village includes six indigenous villages, including Hawaii. The other five are Tonga, Tahiti, Fiji, Samoa, and Aotearoa. Each village has a different performance, and I prefer Tonga and Samoa. A young woman made taro paste. She ground taro into a paste, but didn't eat it immediately. She let it ferment in a bowl until it developed a sour smell. I'm not sure why, but it seemed poisonous. I picked up a small piece with a toothpick and it tasted slightly sour, but otherwise had no other flavor.

It's nice to experience a different culture.

Highly recommended! I highly recommend booking the ambassador luau package or above! The food is delicious, including roast suckling pig. There's also a dedicated Chinese-speaking guide who explains everything. The time is efficient and the service is thoughtful. The entire village is unique and the performances are fantastic. You must go there once.

The hardware and software are good, but it is for tourists after all. You can visit Brigham Young University next to it.

If you haven't been to other Polynesian cultural centers, you should go and see them. If you have seen them in places like New Zealand, they are almost the same.

The buffet was average.

The Polynesian Cultural Center has seven villages in the park: Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Fiji, New Zealand, and Marquesas, each showcasing a different tribal culture and daily life.

Not only can you watch people picking coconuts and making mulberry clothes, but you can also watch girls perform on boats along the river. The most noteworthy thing is the bonfire and dance at night, all of which speak of the enthusiasm of the Polynesian people.



Like many people, I generally don’t have high expectations for places labeled “such and such cultural village”, and I probably just take a quick look.

But! Yes! I would give Oahu's Bohemian Cultural Village eight stars, even if I don't give it ten stars~🌟

The package includes a tour of all 7 villages, a buffet dinner and a big show in the evening. It is almost a one-day activity.

🌟Website (Chinese): *** , you can book tickets directly here~ You can also book on China-TravelNote~



Oahu is already heavily commercialized, but my initial impression of Hawaii, hula dancing and leis, still evokes a yearning. This cultural village not only offers entertaining performances, but also offers a chance to explore the original village. Everything on display reflects Polynesian culture in different ways, and even the modern amenities are imbued with the local people's ethnic flair.

Parking is difficult at popular attractions, but I still found a parking space, which is quite far from the gate.

While we've been exploring Hawaii's natural beauty for the past few days, this is a place that showcases the local culture of Hawaii. It boasts seven indigenous villages, where indigenous people perform Hawaiian dances. This is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving local tribal culture. Visitors can also see a wealth of tropical plants.

It's fun, the buffet is good, and the ticket can be repeated for three days.

A very interesting Polynesian folk experience that brings together the folk customs of many Pacific islands.

Although I went late and didn't participate in many shows, I really think it's worth going.

It's a great place to learn about Hawaiian culture. My impression of Hawaii was exactly what it was like: a bunch of natives singing and dancing hula, songs I couldn't understand. It turns out they were Polynesians from different parts of the world. Different villages had different performances, and you could follow the maps to learn about their culture. For example, how to use local instruments and how to make coconut oil—blalaba—was quite interesting. My mother was at a disadvantage, as she couldn't understand anything and could only watch.



We also had a roast pig feast in the evening. It was a grand banquet. Many people ate together and shared a pig. They also gave me wreaths, but they didn’t match my clothes very well. I put all of them on my mother. Haha. The pork was quite greasy.



There was also a show in the evening, which was about a child’s voice. It was also a good way to understand the culture, and it was sung live. The guy had a great voice!

I left before I finished watching because I was afraid of traffic jam lol

The folk village fully experienced the life of the indigenous people. The performance was also quite interesting. The most impressive thing was the large screen and the humorous performer who could speak multiple languages.

We went to the market outside the cultural center, which was also quite large and sold a variety of souvenirs. It was very interesting, and there were also Hawaiian tikis.

I took some aerial photos, and it has some cultural characteristics. It's worth making an appointment.

I like this place very much. The various shows are very interesting. I suggest you come early and come when the door opens at 12 o'clock so that you can watch the six village shows in full. There is also a boat show at 2:30 and a movie. You can have dinner after watching the evening show and leave no regrets. When I went there, it was free and you could come back within three days. Students who come late don't have to worry. If you like it, come back the next day.

This scenic spot brings together the Polynesian cultures of seven island nations, including Hawaii, Tahiti, Tonga, New Zealand, and Fiji. It's worth a visit!

Great place, both the food and the show were very satisfying

This is a place with unique local culture. The cultural center has seven major tribes: Hawaiian, Samoan, Maori, Fijian, Tongan, Tahitian and Sekisai. You can watch the dances, handicrafts and living customs of various ethnic groups and experience their culture, history and enthusiasm!



After visiting the seven tribes, you can also enjoy a boat show alongside the canal. The show typically begins with a Polynesian woman scattering flowers into the lagoon, reminiscing about the past. Legend has it that after all the boats have brought tourists here, the memories of every visitor to Hawaii will transform into a blooming flower. Each time these flowers bloom again on the shore, the visitors will be transported back to this dreamlike island. (The legends are always beautiful!)



In the evening, we usually watch a variety show. I even remember the name of the show we watched, "HA ~ Song of Life". While watching the show, we usually enjoy a sumptuous local specialties buffet dinner.



There are a few important points for friends who are going there:

Most of the staff there are college students who have not yet reached the legal drinking age in the United States, so there is no alcohol for sale in the cultural center, and tourists are not allowed to drink any alcohol in the center. So~~~ just watch the show

By the way, if there are major holidays in the United States, cultural centers are generally closed. They are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas, and every Sunday too.



If you go, you can book a day trip with a car. We booked a day trip to the Polynesian Cultural Center through Lazy Cat Travel for about 500 yuan per person, and it was quite fun. This place is worth a visit.

It’s an artificial amusement park, and many of the staff are students from the University of Hawaii. The Tongan performance was the funniest, but the last show was just average!

This is a center that combines tourist attractions, shopping, and dining. Please note that admission is charged by the hour. The garden is not very large, and most of the features are later added. There are regular performances inside.

Located on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, the Polynesian Cultural Center covers 42 acres and showcases seven Pacific cultures: Samoan, Aotearoa, Fijian, Hawaiian, Tahiti, Tonga, and Marquesas.

A man-made river cleverly divides this cultural center into seven islands. Seven villages, each composed of Polynesians from each of these Pacific islands, reflect the traditional culture and customs of each island through the villagers' daily lives. If you'd like to experience this unique Pacific Ocean culture at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Hawaii, visit their official website for more information.

There's no need to visit every village. Just pick one or two. Otherwise, it's super boring... The Polynisian Culture Center is closed on Sundays. The working hours are 11:45am-9:00pm. The most important show is at 2-3pm, but I forgot the exact time. ***#.V0v93ofV8pk

It's a very unique place with great activities.

The Polynesian Cultural Center was founded by the Mormon Church of America to prevent Polynesian culture from being completely lost to foreign influence, to promote its own religion, and to provide work-study opportunities for Brigham Young University students. Through the daily lives of villagers, the center showcases the cultural traditions and customs of the seven islands they originally inhabited. The staff are attentive and courteous, and the performances are enthusiastic and engaging, ensuring a highly engaging experience for visitors. There's also a hearty buffet. It's well worth a visit.

I think the Polynesian Cultural Center is a bit commercial and just average.

I've never been a big fan of folk culture villages, so I didn't go to see the performances. I just wandered around and left.

In fact, the park is not very big, and it doesn’t take long to walk around it. However, each of the six villages has its own performances. If you want to watch all the performances, you have to arrange your time according to the schedule, which will take longer. When we arrived, it was already past two in the afternoon, so it was unlikely that we could watch all the performances, so we just walked around at our leisure.



After entering the main park, take a boat to reach a location closer to the village. The guy on the boat will also enthusiastically tell jokes to everyone.

I took a quick tour and missed many village performances.

Learn about the history of the Polynesians. The performance was very attractive, but there were too many people.

It was an unplanned trip. I wanted to see turtles basking in the sun this morning, but there wasn't any, so I drove past this place and went in. It was surprisingly nice. It's a great place to spend time. I felt like I had a very fulfilling day here. Each small village is very unique.

It's a place worth visiting. The garden is very large and introduces Polynesian culture, including performances such as drilling wood to make fire, primitive coconut flakes, etc. There is a Chinese tour guide inside, and the introduction is very in place.

This cultural village was first built by Brigham Young University in 1963 with the aim of preserving the history and cultural traditions of the Polynesians. Therefore, the entrance fee will sponsor the tuition fees of Brigham Young University students. The Polynesian Cultural Center provides visitors with six different ethnic villages and exhibition areas, offering various interactions and performances. Including six parks such as Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, and Tahiti, there is a theme show every half hour until 6 pm. There is a performance of the Song of Life from 7:30 to 9:30 pm, which requires additional purchase. You can take photos with the staff as you like when visiting the park during the day, but you are not allowed to record videos or use flashlights during the night performances.



The main ticket prices are (US dollars)

1. Super Ambassador Package 199.95 (The best choice for the wealthy, with a feast, reserved VIP seats for all afternoon and evening performances, a garland on the head, and a dedicated guide)

2. Ambassador Half-Day Island Tour Package 195.95 (Compared to 2, it includes a half-day island tour with approximately 11 attractions. The seats are not VIP but are front row. Departs at 8:00 AM)

3. Luau Ambassador Package 139.95 (front row seating for the evening show and roast suckling pig dinner)

4. Ambassador Package 139.95 (The only difference from package 3 is that dinner is steak and seafood)

5. Half-Day Aliluao Island Tour Package 156.95 (Compared to 2, the food is slightly worse and there is no front row seat)

6. Aliluao Package 99.95 (Roast suckling pig dinner is still included, and the evening show has middle seats)

7. Garden Tour/Night Package 79.95 (with regular dinner, no special seating arrangement)

8. General Park Ticket 59.95 (Includes only 6 village performances in the afternoon, no dinner and evening performances)

The Polynesian Cultural Center opens every morning at 11:45 AM. You can park here and purchase your tickets at the ticket office. Remember to pick up a park guide, which includes a map and detailed information on all activities. It's available in English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and other languages. Parking is free.

We visited on a rainy day, but the rain couldn't dampen the staff's enthusiasm, with endless greetings of "ALOHA" and "MAHALO." The cultural center boasts exceptional scenery, facilities, and services, allowing visitors to experience authentic Polynesian culture amidst the rainforest. The performers' captivating performances and interactive interactions with visitors not only deepened our understanding of local culture but also deepened our appreciation for Hawaiian hospitality. Here, you can stroll under the shade of trees, take a boat trip on the river, savor local cuisine, and enjoy live singing and dancing performances. It's a truly worthwhile experience.

I felt it was no different from some folk village shows in China; it felt a bit artificial, with locals invited to dance, perform, and take photos. I wouldn't recommend it. The food in the restaurant wasn't what Asians would enjoy, and the selection was limited. Even though there were performances in the evening, they were rarely seen.

It's a place worth visiting. The garden is very large and introduces Polynesian culture, including performances such as drilling wood to make fire, primitive coconut flakes, etc. There is a Chinese tour guide inside, and the introduction is very in place.

The Polynesian Cultural Center is a scenic spot worth visiting!

The staff were all so nice! Many of them were students from the University of Hawaii next door, including some from China! The shows were also fantastic, written and performed by local indigenous people, and were very unique!

This folk theme park showcases the lives, customs, and performances of Hawaii's indigenous peoples. With plenty of interactive activities, it's a perfect spot to experience local Hawaiian customs. The performers, tour guides, and shopping guides are mostly students from the nearby university. This university's financial aid program provides free undergraduate education, room, and board to impoverished but hardworking students. The only requirement is that students work at the cultural center in addition to their studies. The children's schooling and living expenses are entirely funded by the cultural center's profits.

From 12 noon to 5 pm is the time to visit each village, each village has its own show and mini-games.

The Polynesian Cultural Center is a theme park that combines folk performances from New Zealand, Easter Island, Samoa, Fiji, Tahiti, Tonga, Hawaii, and other islands. You can also go boating and dine at the large Gewei restaurant. It's a playground where ethnic cultures collide.

The evening performances were a highlight of any visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center. Although I couldn't understand their language, I felt a deep connection between human movement and emotion. Through dance, performance, stage design, and lighting, they portrayed the lives of people born into Polynesian culture. Ultimately, if you're visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center, the evening performances are a must-see!

Most of the staff are Brigham Young students, and there are quite a few Chinese students. The price is really not worth it, so if you have children with you, you might consider it. The roast pork luau was a rip-off. It's a simple buffet, and you have to wait in line to get your food. I highly recommend it.

I'm impressed by the Americans' strong protection of "traditional culture" and their commercialization. Don't miss the performances and Lu'au dinner.

Don't miss the Tonga show! It's incredibly entertaining and hilarious! They'll even invite three honeymooning grooms to join them on stage! Afterward, they'll receive a small leaffish wreath as a souvenir!

In the evening, we watched the grand local history and folk performances. The scene was very shocking, especially the collective belly dance at the end, which made my husband drunk...

Although it is a folk garden-like landscape, it integrates the ethnic customs of different Polynesian islands, has performances and roast suckling pig, and is still worth recommending.

Some people think it is too commercial, while others think it is worth knowing. It depends on one's personal interests.

The Cultural Village opens at 12:00 noon and closes at 6:30 pm. It is open from Monday to Saturday and is closed on Sundays and Christmas Day.

We gathered at the back door of HYATT REGENCY WAIKIKI at 12:15. The bus with the big word "Polynesia" on it arrived on time. The tour guide came to check the names and introduced and interacted with everyone in English throughout the trip.

It's basically a theme park, with a variety of ethnic performances. Although it's a must-see attraction, it's a bit boring.

The program arrangement is very unique, such as Samoa's fireball, handicrafts and talk show, which made everyone laugh; Tahitian traditional wedding; Tonga's drumming, talk show and interaction are also very funny. The actors are also very hard-working.

The cultural center is huge, beautiful, and fun! The Polynesian Cultural Center at night has a completely different flavor!

We went to the Polynesian Cultural Center, which was recommended by netizens. I have to complain about this one. Haha, it's the most difficult and the most disappointing place, bar none. Unless you're bringing elderly people with you, don't go if you're young or on your honeymoon! Don't go! Don't go! Don't go! All the shows and roast pork feasts!!! You'll be screwed to death!

I have visited many cultural villages, and the Polynesian Cultural Village is indeed one that left a deep impression on me. There are different folk performances of 7 tribes to watch, and there is also a very exciting performance show at night. It is unforgettable and worthwhile.

It is a local specialty project that allows you to fully understand the local customs and culture. Dush1881 also reminded me that there is free dinner and free ice cream during the evening performance, which is very tempting. Most of the service staff are locals or international students.

We didn't go into the Polynesian Cultural Center at the northernmost end: the ticket was too expensive, we didn't have enough time, and when we saw that all the people there were service staff from outside the city (such as Chinese students), our interest waned.

The scenery was beautiful, the show was great, the food was average.

We went there as a check-in spot, but didn't watch any performances. We bought a lot of souvenirs, including a turtle jewelry box made in Ecuador.

I don't know if we have been to this place, because we just walked around the door and left. There was no way, it was raining at that time. It was the end of the trip.

There are displays of culture and customs from various Atlantic islands, most of which are performed by students from schools on a voluntary basis. There are various performances at fixed times every day, which are worth experiencing.

There are many places that teach how to weave a small fish out of grass, and there are free tastings of ethnic foods and various interactive games, which are very interesting.

The performances here are quite good, including the buffet in the evening. It is very nice to watch the performances and eat roast pork.

The performances here are quite good, including the buffet in the evening. It is very nice to watch the performances and eat roast pork.

I didn't have high expectations before going, but after going, I felt that the show here is worth seeing. The tour guides in the park are also very humorous!