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How do you get to Dole?

Author

Carter Sullivan

Updated on March 19, 2026

How do you get to Dole?

Workers may call the DOLE 2917 Hotline to reach DOLE, POEA or OWWA by dialing 2917 from their Globe or TM cellphones, or 908-2917 from their Globe landline phones. All calls from Globe or TM cellphones and Globe Landlines are free of charge nationwide.

Furthermore, how do you get to Dole Plantation?

We're easy to get to by car.

From Waikiki, hop on H-1 West, then transfer to H-2 North (Exit 8A). From H-2 take Exit 8 to Wahiawa. Continue to Kamehameha Highway (99). Dole Plantation is located at 64-1550 Kamehameha Highway, about a 40-minute drive from Waikiki.

Also Know, is the Dole Plantation worth it? The gardens are OK, not really worth the money. Definitely NOT a must see! If you are enroute to or from the North Shore, stop in for a Dole Whip because that is the only attraction at the Dole Pineapple Plantation. My kids call it Dull Pineapple Plantation!

Also know, how much does it cost to go to the Dole Plantation?

TOUR RATES

Plantation Garden Tour
Adults$7.25
Children (4-12)$6.50
Kama'aina/Military$6.75
Hawaii Resident Student$6.25

How long does the Dole Plantation take?

The Plantation Garden Tour takes about an hour. The Pineapple Garden Maze, on average, takes 40 minutes to solve. The Pineapple Express Train ride lasts 20 minutes. A minimum of one hour is suggested for the Pineapple Express Train ride and pineapple-cutting demonstration combination.

Is the Dole Plantation free?

Admission to the Dole Plantation grounds is free, and there are also plenty of free activities, including a pineapple cutting demonstration and a fish-feeding pond. Dole Plantation is located at 64-1550 Kamehameha Highway, Wahiawa, HI 96786.

Can you buy pineapples at Dole Plantation?

Picked fresh and shipped right to your door. Pineapples are shipped out on Mondays and Tuesdays only, via UPS. Orders shipped on Monday, will arrive on Thursday.

Are Waikiki Trolleys free?

The free trolley ride applies to Pink Line only. Please note that no other trolley course is covered by this special campaign. Waikiki Trolley operates the trolleys and provides service.

Where are Dole farms?

Dole grows and sources from independent growers and transports bananas grown primarily in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala and Honduras for markets principally in North America, Europe, the Mediterranean and selected Asian markets.

Is Dole Plantation Open?

The plantation, known for its pineapple and large maze, will be open Thursday through Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dole says they will remain closed on Wednesdays to allow for deep cleaning as a preventative measure against the spread of COVID-19.

How much time do you need at Pearl Harbor?

A lifetime of history in a day. While it's possible to visit all four of the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites in roughly 6 hours, the best way to experience Pearl Harbor - and not miss a thing - is to make a full day of it.

How much does it cost to go to Pearl Harbor?

Entry to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center is free, including access to our two museums ("Road to War" and the "Attack Gallery") and exhibits along the harbor. Tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial are free.

What's in Dole Whip?

Dole Whip Ingredients

Pineapple juice, frozen pineapple chunks, vanilla ice cream, lemon juice, salt, and sugar (which is optional.) The real Disneyland Dole Whip is vegan now, made with a non-dairy creamer, sugar, and natural flavoring and coloring.

Is Dole pineapple still in Hawaii?

At the Dole Plantation, about a 45-minute drive north of Honolulu, pineapple is still grown, although in much smaller quantities that during the first half of the 20th century. The emphasis these days is on tourism instead of agricultural production.

Are pineapples still grown in Hawaii?

Hawaiian Pineapple Co. president James Dole purchased the entire island of Lanai for pineapple production in 1922, eventually growing acreage there into the world's largest pineapple plantation. Hawaii remains the only state in the U.S. where pineapple is grown.

Who owns Dole plantation in Hawaii?

He established the Hawaiian Pineapple Company (HAPCO) which was later reorganized to become the Dole Food Company and now operates in over 90 countries. Dole was a cousin (once removed) of Sanford B. Dole, President of the Republic of Hawaii.

James Dole.

James Drummond Dole
Parent(s)Charles Fletcher Dole Frances Drummond

How much does it cost to hike Diamond Head?

How much does it cost to hike Diamond Head? Entry to the visitor parking lot is $5 per car and pedestrians can enter for just $1 per person. If this is your first visit to Diamond Head, the self-guided audio tour is worth the $4 investment.

Is the Dole Plantation in Maui?

This place isn't part of Dole, but it is just like that. There is a train ride, they have a good gift shop and a place to buy some delicious ice cream.

Is Dole Plantation on North Shore?

Dole Plantation is located just 15 minutes from the North Shore of Oahu. A visit to Oahu's North Shore just wouldn't be complete without a stop at Dole Plantation.

What should you not miss on Oahu?

Best Things to do on Oahu
  • Snorkel at Hanauma Bay. This beautiful bay features is an easy and excellent location to snorkel.
  • Waterfalls at Ko'olau Mountain Range.
  • Cliff Jumping at La'ie Point.
  • North Shore Surfing.
  • Visit Pearl Harbor.
  • Hike Diamond Head.
  • Ha'iku Stairs (Stairway to Heaven) Hike.
  • Surf Lessons at Waikiki Beach.

Where can I see turtles in Oahu?

List of the Best Places to See Sea Turtles in Oahu
  • Electric Beach.
  • Waikiki Beach.
  • Laniakea Beach (aka Turtle Beach)
  • Haleiwa Beach.
  • Aki's Beach.
  • Ko Olina Lagoon.
  • Makua Beach.
  • Halona Beach Cove.

What is the best luau on Oahu?

Here are the 10 Best luau across Oahu, as well as the places serving authentic Hawaiian food.
  • Yama's Fish Market.
  • Highway Inn.
  • Helena's Hawaiian Food.
  • Waikiki Starlight Luau- Hilton Hawaiian Village.
  • The Royal Hawaiian Luau - Aha'aina.
  • Germaine's Luau.
  • Paradise Cove Luau. Leeward Oahu.
  • Polynesian Cultural Center Luau. East Oahu.

How does the pineapple grow?

In a healthy pineapple plant, the tapered, swordlike leaves can grow up to about 5 feet (1.5 meters) long. The pineapple fruit grows out of the top of the central stem. When removed, the crown of the pineapple fruit contains small roots. If it's planted into the ground (or a pot), a new fruit-producing plant will grow.