Royal Mausoleum

The Royal Mausoleum State Monument, Mauna ʻAla, in Honolulu is the burial place of Hawaiian royalty. This sacred site holds the tombs of members of the Kamehameha and Kalākaua dynasties with their retainers, along with a historic chapel, historic trees and a curator's cottage. The State highly recommends contacting the curator before a visit, which helps keep the sanctity of Mauna ʻAla by avoiding overlapping visitors and parking impacts. Larger groups need a Special Use Permit. On annual ceremonial dates organized by the Aliʻi Trusts, Royal Benevolent Societies and Hawaiian Civic Clubs, hours may change, and anyone planning to offer hoʻokupu should contact the curator first. Pets, alcohol, smoking and commercial activities are prohibited, and there is no drinking water.