Shangri La is a museum for learning about the global culture of Islamic art and design through innovative exhibitions, educational initiatives, public programs, and community partnerships.

Built in 1937 as the Honolulu home of Doris Duke (1912-1993), Shangri La was inspired by Duke’s extensive travels throughout North Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia, and reflects artistic and architectural traditions from these regions. Shangri La is the only standalone museum of Islamic Art in the US.

To learn more about Shangri La, please visit shangrilahawaii.org.

Please join us for a coffee and pastry from 10-10:30am at HoMA Cafe + Coffee Bar. The tour will departs from the entrance to the Honolulu Museum of Art located at 900 South Beretania Street at 11am. Visitors MUST ride on the private shuttle to be granted access to the grounds of Shangri La. We recommend arriving at least 10 minutes prior to your tour time.

Parking: Parking is available behind the Honolulu Museum of Art School located at 1111 Victoria Street for $5 (cash only) for up to 5 hours.

Accessibility: Shangri La’s grounds include several staircases and uneven walking surfaces that may be challenging for wheelchair users and other visitors with disabilities. Please note in your RSVP if you require physical accessibility accommodations with a minimum of two weeks' notice to arrange an accessible tour.

HoMA Admission: The Shangri La tour includes complimentary admission to the Honolulu Museum of Art that may be redeemed at any time on the day of your tour.