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Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design

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4055 Pāpū Cir, Honolulu, HI 96816, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Tim Glutek

This is not a traditional museum but Doris Duke's Islamic Art collection as her home was turned into a museum with her home and Islamic art possessions as exhibits. The wood work and tile work is exquisite and her artifacts fascinating. The building is beautiful and her yard with the view is magnificent! The docents were friendly and knowledgeable. Well worth a visit. Two important points; you need to take a shuttle from the Honolulu Museum of Arts and you need to order tickets well in advance.

Preston Johnston

We had a great experience. The location is stunning, and the collection of works from around the world was amazing to see. Be sure to book in advance as it sells out well ahead of time. The guides were very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. Well worth the visit!

S S

This place is beyond gorgeous! All the bad reviews are from years ago or from people didn’t do enough research prior to visiting. Yes reservation is a must and you need to make reservation well in advance. The rooms, decorations, courtyard, everything is so beautiful and the outdoor scenery are just breathtaking. Please plan ahead and visit this place. They give you a souvenir to take home and offer an ice cream sandwich and water after the tour. Later I googled Doris Duke then realized that she was the “crazy lady” who ran over and killed her friend at her Newport mansion.

Lucia

This place is a hidden gem in Hawaii 🤗🌺💎 They have beautiful Islamic arts, lights, monuments etc… It’s hard to make a reservation but it’s worth it! The people who work here were so knowledgeable and friendly😊 There were so many place and things to see, so I run out of time. I’ll definitely come back ✨

Samantha W.

Statement/ Acknowledgement of Place was very good to see at this museum. Photos don't do this proper justice- a real must-see, though the Mihrab wasn't installed to face Mecca, as it was originally intended before Doris Duke acquired it, and should probably be returned to its country of origin, as it is a priceless religious and cultural relic.

Sohrab Ismail-Beigi

It is very hard to rate this place as it is one of a kind: no other place exists quite like this on planet earth basically. It is really an incredible place and you will enjoy being there unless you have some type of condition where Islamic art makes you unhappy (if you are neutral you will still like it). The collection of Islamic art here is unique and varied. You could say it is a hodgepodge, and it is true that the different rooms/wings have different styles from different parts of the Islamic world. But Doris Duke had excellent taste so each room/wing has really amazing and in good taste, and I think a "hodgepodge" of excellence is better than a more uniform and consistent choice of mediocre. If I ever go back to Honolulu, I will definitely make this visit again. You can *NOT* visit this place by going to it. You must buy tickets from the Honolulu Museum of Art and take the bus that goes from the museum to the estate and back. You get 2 hours on the estate. There are guides floating around, and they do give you a short introduction upon arrival, but you are free to wander about freely and read the signs (or not). Sometimes the guides may give an impromptu 5 minute lecture on something if there is a small gathering of people on some spot, but the general vibe is relaxed and "enjoy" instead of "come let me teach you about this" or "hurry from one lecture spot to the next". The guides were helpful and knowledgeable. The time we visited (August 2022), they gave us water and a small ice cream snack upon exit which was a nice touch.

janice tufte

Beautiful experience a must tour if visiting Oahu. Thank you Doris Duke Foundation for sharing this estate with us

Wilson Yeung

My absolute favorite museum in Oahu. The art collection is extensive and the architect alone is worth the visit!

Michael Ian

Excellent guides and amazing sights. Definitely worth it.

cindy amimer

It’s an unforgettable museum! It opens everyone’s eyes to the Islamic beauty, art, and designs!

Felma Valiente

This is the place to see if you love arts and rare collections

Sarah Butler

This is a gem of a museum, with some amazing pieces of Islamic art and history. The artist in residence program has also produced some really wonderful events that Iʻve had the opportunity to attend. Great museum with an interesting history and in beautiful surrounds. Highly recommend to locals and visitors alike.

Tamara Fox

A magical place in paradise! Make your arrangements early, reserve your tickets as the tours fill up fast. The photos do not so this beautiful property justice. Breathtaking and interesting - so glad I was able to go - I hope to re-visit someday.

Chris Amendola

The Shangri La house was beautiful, living here on the island it was a nice break from everyday life to see how the other half lived long ago. Dorris Duke had great taste and for thought in collecting these rare and beautiful treasures from a time long ago, some of these pieces would surely have been destroyed by war if they weren't saved. The property is well cared for and the house is well maintained and pretty much stands as is. If you're from here take an afternoon and visit and if you're visiting from off island try and squeeze it in between beach days. Make sure you try and park at the museums school first before you go and pay at the pay lot.

Alex Duncan

I visited Pearl Harbor, I hiked Diamond Head, but I think Shangri La was my favorite thing I did during my time in Honolulu. It's such an amazing place with so much art and gorgeous views. It's hard to imagine anyone ever actually lived there. We also had a great tour guide (wish I could remember her name!) who was very knowledgeable and relaxed with the tour. I recommend this to anyone visiting Honolulu who is even mildly interested in art. Make a reservation in advance, and note that this is a guided tour that takes 2 hours. The only way to get to Shangri La is on the tour shuttle that leaves from and returns to the Honolulu Museum of Art. In other words, you can't go park at Shangri La and then leave the tour whenever you want. So plan your visit beforehand!

Pamela Moore

A "must see" when visiting Honolulu! Book in advance.

Maria McDonald

Loved this place, it was gorgeous and beautiful location. Tour was great and guide very knowledgeable. High light of the trip to Oahu. Only piece of feedback was that when were returned to the museum about 2PM the on-site museum cafe was closing. By that time you (with a noon pick up) you are really hungry. So, if you do this tour advise to eat well 1st.

Jackson Cafazzo

Stunning collection, if impossible to fully take in during the hour tour. I'd go back a few times if I had the chance. Completely jaw-dropping pieces of art displayed in a comfortable yet opulant home style. So worth the visit. Beautiful architecture and oceanfront setting as well.

Heather McCann

This is, literally, the most beautiful estate I have ever visited to date. Amazing architecture and decor inspired by Spanish, Egyptian, Iranian, Syrian, Turkish, and Indian influence. The tour was informative & enjoyable, and the groups are not too large. We even received free decorative wooden fans (perfect for a hot day)! It's too bad we missed seeing the pool and some of the gardens due to construction, but it should be completed soon.

Nikolaos Drakopoulos

A must see. Totally worth the time to visit and tour this place. There a small number of visitors allowed per day so you must register very early. The art and the architecture of the house are amazing. I am so happy I saw this.

lisa marie

One of the most elegant and exotic tours we’ve seen. A serene Hawaiian location has this gift painstakingly constructed with ideal balance, beauty and detail to impeccable enlightenment. Thats the only word to describe the joy when we left. So glad they opened these acquisitions to a dedicated Islamic Design cultural museum for all to witness. We will tour it every time. Book tix in advance thru Honolulu Museum of Art and pick up the shuttle at HMOA for your time allotted. It’s very organized how to visit. Tour HMOA after ShangriLa, both amazing.

Diana luxuryretreathawaii Vacation Rental Hawaii

Beautiful and educational experience overall! Very much enjoy it and I will go back soon! My favorite part was its location! From each angle you will see the ocean, the big waves, and all the surfers playing in the water. A majestic place to visit, and so much to learn. I consider it a hidden gem on the southern part of the island. You can combine hike to the famous Diamond Head with a visit tour at Shangri La Museum

Crystal Amo

Absolutely incredible!!! Tour guide Susan was quite knowledgeable.. the house and grounds are nothing short of amazing. And the view!!! Lord!! Take the time to go!!

Kumi Horiuchi

Fascinating exhibition of a once private residence of Doris Duke on Kahala Wai, Oahu. Amazingly secluded on the dazzling ocean, in the affluent but busy residential community. See it for yourself, tours start at Honolulu Academy of Arts, shuttle rides are included in the fee.

Mattia Stabile

Doris Duke's Shangri La mansion is a must see landmark destination. You must be overwhelmed by such unique location: a truly authentic middle eastern opulent architectural heritage in Oahu!

Frank Salerno

Visited in 2011 as part of the APEC Conference. At the time it was not open to the public. Not sure of it's present status. If you can visit, the place is absolutely amazing. On her one year long, round-the-world honeymoon, Doris Duke fell in love with Islamic architecture and bought several elements while visiting various Middle Eastern countries. She then had them shipped to this little piece of property she bought on the southwest tip of Oahu to incorporate into her "modest" new island home! Back when wholesale cultural appropriation was still cool...

Rainbow

This museum of Doris Duke's house is INCREDIBLE!!! Interesting history, house and what a lifestyle!. The tlies! The pools! Her incredible collection. Everything. A very cool place, unique and amazing. Must see! Excellent location too. Afterwards you can walk Diamond Head. Great staff very friendly and informative. But I can see why people might think that staff are rude- it's arrogance they feel. Kids make them REALLY nervous though, honestly I don't blame their panic- most kids couldn't do it, too much amazement to not want to touch everything.YOU NEED RESERVATIONS. TOUR GUIDE ONLY.

Marcus Noland

Truly amazing collection of Islamic art. Our guide was fantastically knowledgeable. Minutes from Waikiki.

Thomas Lavelle

Excellent home turned museum offering an impressive middle Eastern collection that rivals any museum. Our tour guide was excellent and offered unique insight from his years spent in the middle East. Only downside is you must go to and from the Honolulu museum of art. Small annoyance because we were staying walking distance from the house.

Kimo Palama

Not all areas were accessible. Tour guides constantly hovering over you like hawks making sure you won’t touch anything.

Robbie33993

This was one of the best value, and most interesting things we did in Hawaii ... the building is amazing and the tour is well organized and very slick, you don't feel rushed at all ... but you are 'managed' without even realizing it... I'd go back again tomorrow if I could as I wondered around in a daze...everywhere you turned had at least 3 amazing things vying for your attention ... not really suitable for children, so, leave them at the hotel and book a tour

Murray Vise

My favorite thing on my trip to Hawaii. Islamic art displayed in an American house that is a beautiful blending of the style with the function we expect in a home. The guides were exceptional!!! The location was a dream setting. I'll return...

Kelsey Larsen

Well worth the visit. If you’re planning to go to the art museum this is only $5 more. Book ahead as it books up

Leticia

There are no words to describe how beautiful this plablce is. We really enjoyed our tour and the guide was knowledge and conversational.

Jeff Shaulis

No masks,Couldn’t hear well because of mask. Great guides ! should do info speak 1st. Then let us tour. A little rushed trying to tour n listen at same time. But awesome tour will return. Like to be on email list. Thank you

Darryl Gay

So we didn't actually get to enter the place, you have to be part of an official tour, but the grounds are beautiful!

Julia Planes

Beautiful collection, lovingly assembled and curated. I wished I could take photos indoors.

Alexander Vallar

What a remarkable palace! If you're visiting Honolulu, you must reserve tickets to this masterpiece. It's hard to believe Shangri La is a museum; the architecture alone warrants the cost of admission. Photos do not do it justice! The tour guides are good, but the views are magical. It very well might be the most architecturally impressive museum I've visited!

Michael Woody

To see the place the richest women in the world for her time lived was great

V Harley

YOU HAVE TO BOOK TICKETS A MONTH IN ADVANCE -- if you're just visiting Honolulu on vacation, don't expect to get in.

Osmund Crawford

Great place to visit. The Islamic Museum is well maintained and the staff is very knowledgeable about their work. I would recommend the tour.

Frank Candia

Went there with my best friend. She wanted to see it for years and I am glad I agreed to go. The late Doris Duke built this home on Black Pointe - 5 acres fronting the ocean. No expense spared and filled with priceless antiques. Small groups are toured through the house and grounds with a very knowledgeable guide. Definitely one of the highlights of my trip to Honolulu. Highly recommend it if you can get in.

Kinetic Tangents

A beautifully ornate museum dedicated to the collections of Doris Duke. It was fascinating to perform on this property.

Waikiki Resort Hotel First Rent A Car

much do in Honolulu! if your lucky the house also had resident artist passing through the islands, some amazing concerts held at the epic estate!

Altaf Hussain

Amazing property with great art. And it's on the beach

JoAnn Kellis

Very beautiful and informative

Stephanie Parker

It was a most enlightening experience ! Doris Duke was ahead of her time.

M. F.

This is another place to add to your visiting list, especially if you're local. You need to make arrangements through the Honolulu Academy of Arts to see it - don't bother showing up to the site otherwise - but it's well worth the effort. They have an impressive array of Islamic art and architecture; quite remarkable considering this was a private residence.

R. Lee Donaldson

Been in Hawaii for over 40 years and can't believe I have never visited this amazing island treasure. It is more about the architecture and design. The guided tour is well versed and you learn so much about the life of Doris Duke and what led up to this amazing adobe. From the moment you arrive, you can feel that you are in a very special and unique place. Every room is something exotic and eclectic. So much in the tour to see and experience. I recommend going on the first tour of the day. As part of the ticket price, you can visit the Honolulu Academy of Art Museum afterwards for no additional charge. Take advantage and see all other amazing collections there or have lunch at their amazing restaurant. You also can visit the Spalding House contemporary art museum on the same ticket, so you can spend a full day on the price of just one admission. Parking is challenging in the area, but across the street from the Honolulu Academy of Art Museum is the Honolulu Academy of Art School and they offer parking in an attended lot for only $5. You must book your tickets in advance to visit this amazing site, so plan ahead and book right away. This is a walking tour with steps. If you have any handicap, you should inquire further about this activity if it is appropriate for you.

Frances Holland

One of the most memorable places I visited in Hawaii, this palatial estate is like the U.S. equivalent of the Alhambra. Like most world-class museums, both the building itself and the collection it houses are works of art. Doris Duke collected almost exclusively works from the Arab world and drew inspiration for the mansion from a palace in Iran. The end result is like being transported half-way across the world. Seeing this level of Islamic art in Hawaii is just mind-blowing. Add the scenic, oceanside vistas and immaculate estate grounds - it's perfect. Make sure you combine this visit with the Honolulu Museum of Art, which is definitely worth visiting as well.

Seth Grosky

Shangri La Museum is like stepping into a whole different world of Islamic culture and art. Last time I was there was back in March 2003. I traveled with my parents and we met the global international facility as guests. We took the Shangri La Tour with the University of Hawaii Faculty. I simply had a blast and yes you have to dress up nice. The seabreeze was great to cool off.

GD Leong

After taking the tour last summer, I wanted to live in this beautiful home with its long garden, priceless art, and ocean view. I knew nothing of Islamic Art before the tour, but I loved eclectic way the collections were displayed. Our docent was very knowledgeable and courteous. This would be a great tour for any interior decorator to get ideas from.

MS Brown

What an amazing experience. The staff at Shangri-la were kind and provided background on the building and art within. Book ahead!

Moosa “WhoIsMoosa” Ahmed

Great museum and nice area next to it. Very scenic but the management isn’t that good. Still a must visit in Honolulu

Debra Walton

After many tries at getting reservations to coordinate with my repeated visits to Oahu, I finally scored reservations. It was well worth the wait! A must see! Loving kept just as Ms. Duke instructed. The docent proved to be very knowledgeable and answered each question anyone in our small group (about a dozen people) threw at her. I never felt rushed thru even though we were kept on a strict schedule. I'd go again in a heartbeat.

Justin Weller

This is one of those hidden gems that not a lot of people know about. There is a lot of art you simply won't see anywhere outside of the middle east. The estate has breathtaking ocean views as well. If you're interested in middle eastern art and architecture this is a must see.

Howard deGa

A must see when you visit Oahu. Make sure you book your tickets in advance. The rooms that we saw we just spectacular filled with an eclectic variety of Islamic Art from floor to ceiling, and the visit was enhanced by very knowledgeable and passionate guides. The views of the ocean from the house are breathtaking.

Paula Caravelli

Former home of heiress Doris Duke and currently a museum of Islamic Art. Meticulously maintained and well worth a detour to see both the house, it's amazing contents and the incredible ocean views it enjoys. A must see if you love design!

E D

An incredible home perched behind Diamond Head and alongside the coastline. Make sure to reserve tickets in advance via the Honolulu Museum of Art. The home is beautiful, full of history, and works from different countries in the Middle East. Doris Duke is also a fascinating personality to learn about. If you're interested in art, architecture, and design, plus want to see incredible views of the ocean, check out Shangri La.

Patricia Chevis

This was the best travel suggestion we got before coming to Hawaii. The tour was great, the art was outstanding examples of Islamic ceramic works. And the ocean view from the living room of the house and garden was spectacular.

喔梨醬

Beautiful and luxurious house! Fully of islamic Antiques from the world which are very accessible unlike in museums. Totally worth visiting! Reservation is needed ($25), and they typically only offer English-speaking guide.

K Marie Gallagher

The estate is beyond beautiful. The tour guides are informative. I recommend this tour to everyone. However, how you actually get there is ridiculous. From Waikiki you drive all the way across town to the Honolulu Musuem of Art. Dirve around for a while looking for parking; get on a shuttle bus; and come alllll the way back to where you were to begin with. I realize they can't have people drive right up to the estate, but could the shuttle not leave from a more convenient location?

Ann Y

It's a wonderful tour. Definitely worth a visit if you have the time! I came here to gawk at the beach view and the architecture of this place! They give free limited tours for Kama'aina on the first saturday of every month. To sign up you need to book it online through their Kama'aina web page the two Thursday prior to the saturday tour. The web page will only be active on that Thursday around 930 am HST. I do wish that they would allow self-guided tour, since you're literally being watched and herded for the 2 hours you're there, so there isn't much freedom to take photos. However since I'm sure they would like to preserve this museum as long as possible, I do understand the need of supervision. Another note is that you meet at Honolulu Museum where a tour bus will take you to the Shangri La. Parking/driving directly to Shangri la is not allowed. Definitely recommend if you have time!

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Awesome place and smart friendly guides. If you like craftsmanship and high culture, you'll never get tired of this place. Take a friend.

Connie Lacobie

The mansion is gorgeous and surrounded with a natural beauty. Ms. Duke created a paradise for her Hawaii home. Those artifacts are lovely and interesting. Especially those paintings from Indian Mogul Dynasty are attractive. I want to know each individual story. No clear explanation of each artifact and no clear research on each item. The docent we had was a good speaker, but she could answer about any story behind those artifacts. It would be nice for the foundation spend some money to further research on those artifacts because Shangri La is now marketed as a collection of Islamic arts and promote Islamic cultures. Well, why not pay more attention on artifacts and they history . On the other hand, the docent was trained to give an overwhelming biography of Ms. Duke. The focus is not on arts, then they should call Doris Duke Museum and her Shangri La.

Steve Fujisaka Sr.

Shangri-la is a nice 90 minute tour of the house designed by Doris Duke. Access to Shangri-la is only via the shuttle from the Honolulu Art Museum (reservations required). There is a very nice presentation about Doris Duke while on shuttle bus ride to the location. Shangri-la displays Doris Duke's love and fascination of Islamic art and architecture. NOTE: No photos or videos are allowed within the house.

Curt Smith

The tour of the Doris Duke mansion is arranged through the Honolulu Art Gallery and is an interesting look at what money can do in building a very unique collection of Islamic art. Well worth the time and reasonable fee.

Linda Tieman

worth the wait for tickets. Excellent tour guide; learned a lot and saw some unique beauty. Be prepared for heat, humidity, and no place to sit, however. We were exhausted by the end. Still very glad we did this.

Jordana Miriam

An amazing history of a variety of styles of Islamic Art. With the Pacific as a backdrop, this site cannot be missed. The staff at Shangri La are informed and go above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable and have all your questions asked. There is no photography allowed inside, but you may photograph the grounds outside. Even if you aren't into art or architecture, you would be missing out on a wonderful experience if you don't venture to Shangri La.

M D

If you're interested Islamic art, you'd love this place. There is art from early Islam in Iran, South Asia, and more. There are no bathrooms inside the house, and no bathroom breaks during the tour. You have to stay with the group during the entire tour, which is about an hour.

Allan

A jewel box of Islamic art and architecture in a spectacular setting, yet with details and unique treasures that give one insight to Doris Duke's passion and sensibilities. Easy online scheduling, follow suggestions for parking at HMA to catch the van. Unfortunately, not a venue for the mobility impaired or handicapped. I'll return some winter...

Maria Glidden

What a unique experience. I did the tour recently and was blown away at how beautiful the home is. The docents are very friendly and knowledgeable. Totally worth the time and cost to check this place out!

Frank Tilton Faufata Rogers

I had the privilege of living here back in the 60's. Mom was Aunt Doris' personal chef, Aunt Luise housekeeping, Johnny Gomez always worked tirelessly on artwork. I played in the cascading salt waterfalls, which entered the pool. Played on the swinging beds suspended from the ceiling of the play house. Aunt Doris was a very erudite and passionate person. Walker Inman( her nephew) was a friend and we lost track. Memories are God's way of humbling us of times we enjoyed. I will return next year 2018, to embrace a time so long ago. This is a must see if given a chance!!

The Stomach

Shangri La was the highlight of our trip to Oahu. Beautiful place, and the tour guide was fantastic, he was very passionate about the art and Doris Duke's estate.

Anneke Johnson

What a great way to spend a few hours of your afternoon wandering through this beautiful mansion with a fabulous View

Willard Eastman

So very important and fortunate that Ms Duke established the vehicle and provided the means to sustain her seasonal residence and share it with the public at large through the Honolulu Art Museum. Don't miss the opportunity.

Terrieann Dean

The House is a truly amazing treasure. There are priceless very old antiquities that are among few left in the world. Thankfully we are able to share Doris Dukes Legacy.

Douglas Denney

Amazing. Staff mini lectures were fascinating.

Rick Vega

Amazing place especially when you take into consideration when it was built!

Shanan Gibson

Definitely worth a visit if for no other reason than to appreciate the beautiful tile work and other objects d'art. Matt was an excellent docent, funny and engaging. The setting is truly magnificent.

Raihan Kamal

The crown jewel of Honolulu tour. All myst attend this. An absolute must

Sheila M Young

WOW. Very interesting look into Doris Duke's home and her collection of Islamic art. The ocean views are spectacular.

Kamil Chetty

WOW just wow.... Stunning collection, the hour tour isn't enough time.. So worth the visit. Beautiful architecture and oceanfront setting as well.

Cain Kamano

What an awesome experience with a knowledable and articulate tour guide. Doris Duke's collection of art and furniture is awe inspiring.

Tiffany Green-Abdullah

If you love architecture or Islamic Arts you have to go on a tour. Check the Honolulu Art Museum four sign up.

Richard John

Doris dukes former house near diamond head on the ocean. Quite spectacular with a lot of art. Reserve tour at honolulu art museum.

Ruth meyer

Amazing display of Islamic art.

anthony mallon

This is the most amazing tour I have been on....please don't miss this The guides were brilliant and so hospitable and kind.

Daryl Mau

Grew up a few blocks away from Shangri-La...As a child would often swim and spend the day at the Harbor in the back of the property...Later, I surf'd and snorkled at the Beach...Now I'm taking photo's and walk's along the Coast line....Love that it's hasn't changed much thru the years...

Don Rideout

I know little about Islamic art so I can't rate the collection. However the setting is spectacular and the docents are very good.

Sarah T

Absolutely wonderful experience! Such a special place!

Janine Sprout

Located beneath the Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art is Doris Duke's private lagoon. Walking directions in the Oahu Trailblazer guidebook.

john moore

Doris Duke created a truly unique home that is true to its origins in a beautiful ocean front location..

Henry Wang

eye-opening education about Doris Duke and her wonderful collection of Islamic art. Not to mention the gorgeous estate

Justin Tucker

If you have not visited this Museum it is a work of art. It has so much history and so much character I highly recommend it and the view of the beach is breathtaking

Wq Chen

Need reservation (Wed through Sat) through the Honolulu museum of art. Don't drive there by yourself. So I did't know it in adanvced.

Chris Harmatta

Well worth the visit. The guides know their stuff and enjoy their work. I would compare this to the Hurst Castle in San Simeon, CA.

Charis Derry

Must see for art & design lovers!

Howard Diamond

Great time. Fabulous experience.

Donald Young

Doris Duke collection of Middle East decor, miscellaneous items. Accessible only through Museum of Art.

A Deakins

Well worth a visit!

Gloria Jernigan

Enjoy the music and Cultural history of Listening, While Muslim yesterday. Expertly linked resistance music with the movement of oppressed people.

Sherry Pennypacker

Stunning!

Troy Kump

Beautiful estate. Scheduled walk through tours only. So call weeks in advance.

Yasin Alsagoff

Intriguing peek into a tobacco heiress' world

Michael M

Doris Duke's house on the ocean is amazingly beautiful! Great tour!

Anya Cheng

My parents don’t speak English and they prohibited people whispering to translate to them on the side nor didn’t provide any non-English support except you have to book the entire tour in certain languages.

Kristina Asimova

It's a beautiful place! And the tour was very interesting!

Bonner Youssef

Very nice and talanted workers....in there countries they become less money...and the governement doesnt respect them....thanks for the usa and hounolulo

Zé

I am sure this must be a wonderful place, but double-check before coming as they are closed for maintenance and renovations until nov 22nd, as posted in their website!

Carla Klein

Beautiful and interesting home/museum. Must make reservations for the tour.

Frank Jobe

Tour guide Cynthia was the bomb. Breezy house. Nice location

Landon Hannaford

An incredible experience inside and out. Access via the Honolulu art museum.

Lamia Kadir

Plan to visit again but my 1st was everything and more. Something good out of all that death

David Rudd

A must visit whether you live in Hawaii or not. Our docent was wonderful!

Daniel White

Scheduled walk through tours only. So call weeks in advance.

Elizabeth Pina

I thought that the home was a treasure. I true museum of great deal of art and love for art.

Eric Powell

Great place to visit in Honolulu, must make reservations through Honolulu Museum of Art.

L Kane

Over looking the beautiful ocean waters of Diamond Head is just one of the beautiful things in Hawaii

pasha bance

Amazing experience!

A B

Tickets purchased and bus ride must be taken from Honolulu Museum of Art!

Nikki Hartley

Love!!!!

Sam P

Amazing place - truley luxury! The tour is fantastic

Craig Paul

Wow! Magnificent overload! We'll have to go again!

Trevor Tang

Amazing and beautiful estate. I would definitely come back here again and again.

Dong Pil Lee

Best tour ever

Josh Keller

A gem which everyone should see. Docents were very knowledgeable.

Nils Geisse

Most beautiful, but it is a hidden secret to the general public.

Paul Zakrzewski

Very interesting, save time for museum too

Raunaq Ali

Make sure to book much much ahead of time online!

Hapa Kolea Hapa Haole

Absolutely gorgeous. Definitely a must-see.

chad sloggett

One of the prettiest places to be able to see from the water

Lona Fox

Incredible.

Eric Stoltz

Very good

Adam Watson

A must in Hawaii the Iconic home of Doris Duke

Daniel Mills

Beautiful architecture, gardens, ocean views, and art.

Matthew Robbins

Largest Islamic art collection in the American west.

Andrew Wilson

Wow! See how the rich lived. Really amazing.

AlohaOlli

Beautiful place!

Faye Evans

Incredible a must see have great memories

Edwin Toth

On my list of destinations on my next Honolulu visit

Mauricio Montoya

Beautiful

oscar chocano

Awesome place to visit when in Honolulu

Alix Luu

Must book at least a day in advance!

Harry Hugel

Best tour on Oahu.

Walter Quan

great tour, fantastic collection

Vanessa Lum

Highly recommend this museum!

Lynda Barry

Stunning architecture, artwork and culture.

L S

Stunningly beautiful museum

Silvia Barzola

Beautiful, lot to see and dream.

Sabina Koehler

Book early. Fabulous!

trevor bunny

This is a must visit attraction!

Evelyn Evans

Always take my visitors here!

Flora Spalding

INSPIRING, EXQUISITE, worth the wait.

Christopher Glessman

The tour is AMAZING!

Barret Garland

So beautiful 😍

Jeff Walter

A Must See when in Oahu.

John Boeck

Amazing... Even for a guy...

Michael “Mike47”

Fascinating

A Mac

Very interesting

Jim Hayes

Definitely check this out

Samantha Savage

Beautiful tour

Places OnTheList

Great tour

Vic & Karla Redding

Fantastic tour

Jake McPherson

Gorgeous art.

Anis Tiasiri

MUST GO. NO EXCUSES

Cuyote CPH

Worth it

Jason Molgren

1 word: INCREDIBLE

P TK

good

Lyndsey Garcia

Beautiful

Kamana Seymour

Awesome house!

Laura Hankins

BEAUTIFUL

Sherif Saleh

Great collection

Allan Monteza

Excellent view

Leslie Sharp

Absolutely beautiful

Anthony Hargrove

Incredible home

Hendrix Santo

Great place

Darlene Adams

A must see

Julie Jorgji

Interesting

加藤正人

Doris Duke, the daughter of a millionaire, built a large mansion at the foot of Diamond Head, incorporating plenty of Islamic culture. In the mansion, art objects brought from the Middle East are exhibited. While touring the gorgeous buildings, you will feel like you have wandered into Shangri-La (Utopia). If you apply to the Honolulu Museum of Art, you can participate in a limited number of tours. I was an English guide, but there seems to be a Japanese tour as well.

IO Song

What a nice place. An ideal palace built by Doris Duke, who has both money and taste, by collecting Islamic works(!). Individual visits are not possible, and can only be reached by guided tour by bus departing from the Honolulu Museum of Art. It's a popular place, so it's safe to make reservations about a month in advance. There are many stairs inside the building, so it is not recommended for people with disabilities or strollers...

KANGHAN LEE

Utopia. It is a very good experience. Advance reservation is required. You can take photos freely. you can get a picture of your life

Nanako K

In 2016, I participated in the Japanese tour. Rumor has it, it's a great place. I think it's worth going once.

정종현

If you go, you will understand why you should take the time to see it. However, don't expect much to see and it is recommended if you can speak English.

ぢぇーんJane

It was spectacular! A large mansion that stands out even in the Kahala district, a high-class residential area♪

T mi

I booked and participated in a Japanese tour in Japan. Doris Duke's good taste. The architecture, interiors, gardens, etc. are wonderful things that you probably can't see anywhere else. I am thrilled to be able to enter and experience the elegant and gorgeous beauty!

Ek Han

You cannot simply enter and leave, and you must make a reservation on the website. You can enter by shuttle from the Honululu Museum of Art. Except for my family, all the tourists were from the US mainland. From a Westerner's point of view, it would be a mysterious and beautiful building. From an Asian point of view, it would be an inconsistent collaboration of multiple cultures. Still, I think it was worth a visit.

Techi 1011

It was a very relaxing place with bright tiles and decorations, and a view of the sea and Diamond Head. It's a place you want to visit again and again. There is also a Japanese tour every Wednesday and Friday from 12:00. Reservations are accepted from 2 months in advance.

yoshiko ruri

You can feel the splendor of the Middle East in Hawaii. It was so wonderful❗

松本美雄

I went there for the first time Doris Dyuk, I just found out. You have a lot of money. I couldn't take a picture because my phone ran out of battery. I will come again.

加藤恭子

It was so beautiful and luxurious✨I was impressed that there is such a world❗️. The Japanese guide was very good😊

이재명

A place where even those who are ignorant or indifferent to architecture can burst into tears, Berry Berry Nice~!!

Suzanne Piper

It's the most memorable place I've been to Hawaii.

Lani Wren

tough

MOE F

Worth visiting once!

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