ʻIolani Palace, built in 1882, was the official royal residence of Hawaiʻi's last reigning monarchs, King Kalākaua and Queen Liliʻuokalani, until the overthrow of the monarchy in 1893. Visitors tour the meticulously restored palace to view original furnishings and artifacts, including the Throne Room and royal suites, while learning about Hawaiian royal history and culture through guided tours and exhibits like King Kalākaua's coronation suit. The palace grounds, a National Historic Landmark since 1962, represent the spiritual and physical epicenter of Hawaiian national identity.
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