by Barbara Mitchell

Created on: January 28, 2009   Last Updated: August 08, 2011

If you're taking a family trip to paradise, you'll want to line up some adventures that will leave you with keepsake memories. Here are some kid-friendly excursions your family will remember for years to come after visiting the beautiful island of Oahu:

Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd. Honolulu, HI 96814 (808) 955-9517

The Ala Moana Center is more than just Hawaii's largest shopping mall, it's become a "not to miss" tourist destination. Kids of any age will enjoy it. Besides, it's your vacation too!

Atlantis Submarines 1600 Kapiolani Blvd., # 1630 Honolulu, HI 96814 (808) 973-9811

A once-in-a-lifetime adventure, for sure! You'll descend to a depth of 100 feet in a 48-passenger submarine. See many species of marine life up close, learn about coral reefs, and visit sunken shipwrecks. Children must be at least 36" tall.

Children's Discovery Center 111 Ohe St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 524-5437

Your kids will have tons of fun at the Center, where they'll be encouraged to use all their senses to interact with the world around them. You'll find the Children's Discovery Center across from the Kakaako Waterfront Park in downtown Honolulu.

Diamond Head Crater Diamond Head Rd. at 18th Ave. Honolulu, HI 96816 (808) 587-0400

Diamond Head is one of the island's most visible landmarks, readily seen from Honolulu and Waikiki. A 30-minute ride by bus or car gets you to the .8 mile trail to the top of the world. Take along a flashlight (dark tunnels), water, and wear a hat and sunscreen. Not recommended for pre-schoolers.

Dole Pineapple Plantation 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy. Wahiawa, HI 96786 (808) 621-8408

Race your kids through the world's largest maze or ride the Pineapple Express. Enjoy a cold pineapple treat before you leave! Just 40 minutes from Waikiki. Perfect for any age.

Foster Botanical Garden 50 North Vineyard Blvd. Honolulu, HI 96817 (808) 522-7060

In the heart of Honolulu, this oasis is the perfect spot to appreciate the rare and beautiful plant life the islands have to offer. Children of any age should enjoy.

Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park 400 Farrington Hwy. Kapolei, HI 96707 (808) 674-9283

You'll find river rafting, water slides, an activity pool, children's playground, and miniature golf at Oahu's only water park, just 35 minutes west of Waikiki. Public transportation is available from the Ala Moana Center. Perfect for all ages.

Hoku Nai'a Dolphin Watch & Lunch 85-371 Farrington Hwy. Waianae, HI 96792 (800) 334-6191

This newly built 149 passenger, 2-deck

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