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Oahu Map: Aliiolani HaleAliiolani Hale Frommer's Recommended

Hours Mon-Fri 9am-4pm; reservations for group tours only
Address
417 S. King St
Location Between Miililani and Punchbowl sts
Transportation Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 11, or 12
Phone 808/539-4999
Fax 808/539-4996
Web site www.jhchawaii.org
Prices Free admission
Other Limited meter parking on street

Frommer's Review

Don't be surprised if this place looks familiar; you probably saw it on Magnum, P.I. This gingerbread Italianate building, designed by Australian Thomas Rowe in Renaissance revival style, was built in 1874 and was originally intended to be a palace. Instead, Aliiolani Hale ("chief unto heavens") became the Supreme Court and Parliament government office building. Inside, there's a Judiciary History Center, which features a multimedia presentation, a restored historic courtroom, and exhibits tracing Hawaii's transition from precontact Hawaiian law to Western law. Allow up to an hour to see it.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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