The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is a public university in Honolulu, on the island of Oʻahu, with a campus visitors can explore on a student-led tour. Guides can explain the university’s history and answer questions; a tour has been reported to take nearly three hours. The campus is known for its inviting setting, and the engineering program has a long connection to research in computer networking, including the Aloha System. You can also attend a football or baseball game. Bring an umbrella in case of passing showers.
Student-led campus tours
A student guide can introduce the university and its history, explain what the campus offers, and answer questions along the way. One account of a tour puts the visit at nearly three hours, so leave room in your plans if you want to explore with a guide.
The campus is at 2500 Campus Road in Honolulu. Paid parking is available in lots and a garage, and the campus has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking.
Engineering and campus sports
The university’s engineering program is associated with research into computer networking and communication. The Aloha System, developed in the 1970s, is part of that history and gives the campus an added point of interest for visitors curious about communications technology.
Football and baseball games are another way to experience campus life. Baseball matchups can include visiting rivals such as UC Riverside. Check event details before planning a visit around a game.
FAQ
Where is the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa?
It is at 2500 Campus Road in Honolulu, on Oʻahu.
How long does a campus tour take?
A student-led tour has been reported to take nearly three hours.
Is parking available on campus?
Yes. Paid parking is available in campus lots and a garage.
