`Iolani Palace is located in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, in the downtown Capitol District, at 364 South King Street -- the corner of King and Richards Streets. Vehicular entry is via Likelike Mall, which is to the left off King Street, between the Palace and the Hawai`i State Library.

There is limited metered parking on the grounds and on nearby streets. However, please be aware that parking on many nearby streets is limited to a certain amount of time and prohibited during morning and afternoon rush hours. Violators may be subject to ticketing and towing.

Travel to the Palace on "America's Best Transit System" -- The Bus. Here's how (directions from www.thebus.org, check that site for updates):

Bus to Board:

On Kuhio Avenue heading away from Diamond Head, board the 2 School Street-Middle Street or 13 Liliha-Puunui Avenue bus. Ride to Hotel and Alakea streets and walk to the palace grounds.

Bus to Return:

To return, walk toward the ocean to King Street at Punchbowl Street and take the 2 Waikiki-Kapiolani Park, 13 Waikiki-Campbell Avenue or Route B - City Express ! Waikiki. You may also take the 19, 20 or 42 Waikiki Beach and Hotels at the same stop. Buses run about 10 minutes apart.