Situated on the southern end of Oahu, Honolulu serves as the cultural nucleus for Hawaii. Home to the state capitol, the city offers its share of political landmarks but also has a vibrant arts community and a slew of sandy beaches, including the famed Waikiki. read more
There are no currently active volcanoes in the city of Honolulu (Oahu), or on any islands besides the island of Hawaii, and the island-in-the making, Loihi. There are many craters on the island of Oahu, and in Honolulu specifically, some of the most famous ones are Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Koko Head, and Punchbowl. read more
Volcanoes Although Hawaii is home to some of the world's largest and most active volcanoes, those on Oahu are neither. The city is home to the Diamond Head crater, a former volcano that has been dormant for over 150,000 years. read more
Hawaii Volcanoes The Hawaiian Islands are truly unique in geographic terms. As the only state in the USA composed entirely of volcanic rock, Hawaii is riddled with incredibly impressive volcanoes that began evolving over 70 million years ago. read more