- Emergency number
- 911
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: travelladies.app, oahutravelsecrets.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Plan B and generic levonorgestrel emergency contraception can be bought over the counter at any Oahu pharmacy — no ID, age, or prescription needed — typically for $35–$60.
- If you're a sexual assault survivor, Hawaii law entitles you to emergency contraception information and provision at any ER, and a free forensic exam at Kapiʻolani Medical Center — you do not have to report to police to get either.
- The Sex Abuse Treatment Center's 24/7 hotline (808-524-7273) is the main Oahu-specific entry point for both crisis support and being connected to a medical exam.
- If you specifically need the prescription EC pill 'ella' (ulipristal acetate) rather than Plan B, plan ahead — it's not stocked on-site at most pharmacies even on Oahu, so calling ahead or using a fast-shipping telehealth option is safer than assuming walk-in availability.
- Hawaii has allowed abortion since 1970 (the first U.S. state to do so) and continues to allow it up to fetal viability, with no mandatory waiting period, no mandatory ultrasound, and no parental consent requirement for minors — among the least restrictive frameworks in the U.S.
- There's no state residency requirement, so visiting nomads can access abortion care in Oahu the same as residents.
- Hawaii's 2023 'shield law' is meant to protect patients and providers here from being investigated or prosecuted by other, more restrictive U.S. states over abortion care that's legal in Hawaii — relevant if you're a U.S. citizen based elsewhere.
- Telehealth medication abortion (pills prescribed after an online consult) is legal and available in Hawaii, which can be faster than booking an in-clinic visit.
- Named 'viability' cutoffs vary by source (commonly cited as somewhere between 22 and 28 weeks) because it's a medical/legal standard rather than a fixed week — individual clinics set their own earlier procedural cutoffs (e.g., Honolulu's Planned Parenthood does in-clinic procedures up to 20 weeks 0 days), so always confirm directly with a clinic.
- Most OBGYN and abortion providers on Oahu are clustered in central/downtown Honolulu; if you're island-hopping, note that abortion clinics are scarce on some other Hawaiian islands, so plan around Oahu access if needed.
- Some U.S. national sources cite average abortion costs (roughly $650 for an early in-clinic procedure, ~$150 for pills), but these are national averages, not Hawaii-specific — always ask the clinic directly for a quote, as insurance and Medicaid coverage rules for abortion in Hawaii can be specific (e.g., some providers report Medicaid may only cover medication abortion).
Street, Night and Taxi Safety
Street Harassment
Some solo female visitors report being approached repeatedly by men on the street, especially in tourist-heavy areas, which can feel uncomfortable even when it doesn't turn into anything physical. One traveler reviewing Honolulu noted that going out alone meant a lot of men would come up to her on the street and ask her out, which she found off-putting after a while. Daytime harassment is generally described as low-level (unwanted attention rather than physical danger), with more caution urged around bars and nightlife at night.
Walking Alone at Night
Busy, well-lit tourist corridors such as Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki are considered comparatively safe for walking after dark because of heavy foot traffic and a strong police presence, and one local-safety source advises travelers staying in Waikiki to stick to Kalakaua Avenue after dusk and avoid Kuhio Avenue. Downtown Honolulu guidance similarly advises sticking to well-lit, populated areas after dark and avoiding dimly lit or deserted streets, since theft risk and the chance of escalation rise at night. Chinatown is frequently flagged as fine to explore by day but one to approach with more caution after dark.
Taxis and Ride-hailing
Uber and Lyft are widely available in Honolulu and Waikiki and are generally the recommended option for getting around at night rather than walking alone, particularly after around 11pm in the Waikiki nightlife area. Standard ride-hailing precautions apply: confirm the license plate and driver's name before getting in, and use any in-app ride-verification features offered by the app.
Nightlife Precautions
Safety guidance for Hawaii specifically flags nightlife as a higher-caution setting for women: bars can get loud and patrons more aggressive than at a typical neighborhood bar, and the recommendation is to go out in pairs or groups rather than alone. The same guidance says to avoid going into the wilderness, ocean, or mountains alone as a separate but related precaution for solo travelers.
General Precautions and Belongings
Beyond personal safety, petty theft (pickpocketing, bag and vehicle break-ins) is described as more common than violent crime in tourist zones like Waikiki, so keeping bags close, not leaving valuables unattended on the beach, and avoiding flashing cash or jewelry are commonly repeated precautions. The Honolulu Police Department also publishes a daily-updated crime-mapping tool that lets visitors check recent incident patterns by neighborhood.
Country Law
- History
- Hawaii became the first U.S. state to decriminalize abortion, doing so in 1970 — three years before Roe v. Wade. The 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson ruling that overturned Roe had no direct legal effect on Hawaii because the state's own 1970 law already protected abortion independently of the federal constitutional right.
- Jurisdiction
- United States — state of Hawaii (Oahu is part of Hawaii, so state law governs)
- Legal Status
- legal
- Who Can Provide
- Hawaii law permits licensed physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice registered nurses (in addition to surgeons) to provide medication and/or surgical abortion care, which is broader than many other states.
- Abortion Time Limit
- Hawaii law allows abortion up to fetal viability, which is generally cited as occurring somewhere between roughly 22 and 28 weeks depending on the source; most official trackers describe it as approximately 24–26 weeks. After viability, termination is permitted only if necessary to protect the life or health of the pregnant person.
- Minors And Consent
- There is no parental consent or notification requirement for minors seeking abortion in Hawaii, and there is no state-mandated waiting period or mandatory ultrasound before an abortion.
- Post Dobbs Protections
- In 2023 Hawaii enacted a 'shield law' (building on a 2022 executive order) that bars state agencies from cooperating with out-of-state investigations or prosecutions targeting abortion providers, patients, or helpers for care that is legal in Hawaii, and it protects related patient data privacy.
Access Routes
- In Clinic Procedure
- In-clinic (surgical) abortion is available; as one example, Honolulu's Planned Parenthood health center offers in-clinic abortion up to 20 weeks and 0 days from the last menstrual period, with individual clinics setting their own procedural cutoffs within the broader state 'viability' limit.
- Medication Abortion
- Medication (pill-based) abortion is available in-clinic, and telehealth medication abortion — a licensed provider prescribing pills after an online consultation and mailing them — is legal and available in Hawaii.
- Residency Requirement
- There is no residency requirement to obtain an abortion in Hawaii — out-of-state and visiting patients, including nomads, can access care.
- Clinic Scarcity By Island
- Abortion clinics are concentrated on Oahu and one other island; some islands have no in-person abortion provider at all, which matters for anyone splitting time between Hawaiian islands rather than staying solely on Oahu.
OB-GYN Options Honolulu Oahu
Planned Parenthood – Honolulu Health Center
- Address
- 839 S Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
- Contact
- 800-769-0045
- Services
- Full-service women's health including abortion (medication and in-clinic up to 20 weeks 0 days), birth control, STI testing, pregnancy testing, prenatal/postpartum care, and gender-affirming care.
- Notes
- Offers walk-in same-day appointment attempts; provides an escort service past any protesters at the entrance.
University Women's Health at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children
- Address
- 1319 Punahou St, Suite 801, Honolulu, HI 96826
- Contact
- 808-203-6580 (clinic); 808-983-8653 (Kapiolani Women's Outpatient Clinic)
- Services
- Hospital-affiliated OB-GYN outpatient clinic; part of Hawaii Pacific Health's Kapiolani system.
Wellness OBGYN
- Address
- Ala Moana Building, Honolulu (central Honolulu)
- Services
- General OBGYN care from adolescence through menopause, including obstetric and gynecological services and imaging.
- Lead Provider
- Dr. Cheryl Twu, board-certified OBGYN specializing in minimally invasive/robotic-assisted surgery
Oahu OB/GYN
- Address
- 50 S Beretania St, Suite C211C, Honolulu, HI 96813 (downtown Honolulu location; a separate Kapolei location exists but is well outside the central-Honolulu radius)
- Contact
- 808-400-5028
- Services
- Obstetric and gynecologic care, contraception, Pap smears, minimally invasive/robotic (da Vinci) gynecologic surgery, plus aesthetic services.
- Lead Provider
- Dr. Lynette W. Tsai, MD — founder, over two decades in private OBGYN practice, trained at UCLA and University of Hawaii
TTNYD&D OBGYN Inc.
- Address
- Honolulu office (the group also has Aiea and Ewa Beach locations, which are farther from central Honolulu)
- Services
- Group practice of five OBGYN providers offering comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care, affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center and Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children.
Ko'olau Women's Healthcare
- Address
- Honolulu location (the practice's other office is in Kailua, on the windward side, farther from central Honolulu)
- Services
- Full obstetric and gynecology services; hospital privileges at Castle, Queen's, and Kapiolani Medical Center, including VBAC delivery.
- Lead Provider
- Dr. Heather Awaya, board-certified OBGYN, and other clinicians including nurse-midwives
Honu Women's Health
- Location
- Honolulu, Oahu
- Services
- Women's health via telemedicine (consultations, follow-ups, ongoing care) plus cosmetic gynecology/aesthetics; currently accepting new patients only by physician referral after an in-person evaluation elsewhere.
- Lead Provider
- Dr. Aya Sultan
- Notes
- Telehealth-first model — useful to know if you need an in-person exam, since this practice alone may not provide one.
Emergency And National
911 (Police/medical Emergency)
- Notes
- For immediate danger; reporting to police is optional and not required to receive medical care or a forensic exam.
National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)
- Phone
- 1-800-656-4673 (1-800-656-HOPE)
- Hours
- 24/7
- Notes
- Connects callers to local providers, including emergency contraception access.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
- Phone
- 1-800-799-7233
- Hours
- 24/7
Oahu Specific Services
24/7 hotline
- Phone
- 808-524-7273
- Name
- Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC), Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women & Children
- Notes
- Oahu's statewide sexual assault crisis line/program.
Kapiʻolani Medical Center Forensic (SANE) Exam
- Address
- 1319 Punahou Street, Honolulu
- Notes
- Location where a hotline advocate meets survivors for care; exam is available within 72 hours.
Child and Family Service (CFS) Domestic Abuse Hotline
- Phone
- 808-841-0822
- Hours
- 24/7
- Notes
- CFS is the Oahu-affiliated organization providing emergency shelter, counseling, and batterer-intervention referrals.
PACT (Parents and Children Together) Family Peace Center
- Hotline Access
- Reachable via CFS 24/7 crisis line or the statewide Safeline
- Notes
- Oahu-based organization managing a domestic violence shelter and providing human-trafficking victim support.
Contraception And Emergency Contraception
- Regulatory Status
- Fully legal and regulated
Emergency Contraception
- Hotline For EC Access
- 1-888-NOT-2-LATE (668-2528), a national EC-provider locator line.
- Legal Backstop For Assault Survivors
- Hawaii law requires emergency rooms to provide information about emergency contraception to sexual assault survivors and to provide it upon request.
Ulipristal Acetate E G Ella
- Access
- Requires a prescription; a state-level academic pharmacy-access study found it was stocked immediately on-site only at a small share of pharmacies statewide, with Oʻahu and Kauaʻi being the only islands where any on-site stock was found.
- Status
- Fully legal and regulated
- Note On Data Age
- Underlying availability study is from 2013–2014; current stocking levels were not independently re-verified for this entry.
Levonorgestrel Pill E G Plan B
- Access
- Sold over the counter at pharmacies statewide with no age, ID, or prescription requirement.
- Status
- Fully legal and regulated
Price Range Typical
Low End of Typical Retail Price
- Low End Of Typical Retail Price
- $35
High End of Typical Retail Price
- High End Of Typical Retail Price
- $60
Female Methods Pill IUD Implant
- Status
- Fully legal and regulated
- Pricing Note
- Pricing for IUDs, implants, and ongoing pill prescriptions depends heavily on insurance; most insurance plans cover prescription birth control with no copay, and clinics did not publish a standard cash-pay figure, so we are not listing an invented flat price.
Access Points
- Planned Parenthood Honolulu Health Center (839 S. Beretania St.) offers the pill, shot, implant (Nexplanon), and IUD, plus telehealth birth-control consults.
- Multiple Hawaii Family Planning Program / community health center clinics on Oahu (e.g., Koʻolauloa Community Health Center, Waiʻanae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, Kōkua Kalihi Valley Judd Clinic) also provide these methods, often on a sliding-scale fee basis.
- Minors aged 14 and older in Hawaii can obtain birth control without parental permission.
What To Expect
What To Expect
- Advocates are available 24/7 and can accompany a survivor to report to police, access medical care, and navigate the legal process, entirely at the survivor's discretion.
- Forensic exams and crisis counseling at Kapiʻolani Medical Center carry no cost to the survivor; only separately billed ER treatment goes through insurance.
- You can receive a forensic exam and have evidence collected and held even if you are not ready to file a police report.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
Sources cited for this category
These are the sources cited in this women's health & safety research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
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