Lonely PlanetAug 23
8 things to do in Hawaiʻi and the best way to do them
Experience the best of Hawaiʻi with this guide to the top things to do on the islands.
A local favorite surfing competition with Pidgin-speaking commentators.
23 things in this story
- ʻIolani PalaceSightContinue Native Hawaiian education.
- Kaʻiwa Ridge TrailTrailOverlooks the Pacific Ocean, Lanikai Beach, and Mokulua Islands.
- Lanikai BeachSightPerfect place to cool off after a hike.
- PipelineSightA pipeline is a system of pipes for long-distance transportation of a liquid or gas, typically to a market area for…
- Da Hui Backdoor ShootoutFestivalA local favorite surfing competition with Pidgin-speaking commentators.
- Tidal TheoryPlaceOffers leather lei-making workshops.
- Hook and HidePlaceLocation for leather lei-making workshops.
- Kō Hana RumRestaurantOffers tasting of sugarcane-based rums and distillery tours.
- Wahiawā Botanical GardenSightA place for a stroll.
- ʻEhukai Beach ParkSight
- Ted’s BakeryRestaurant
- Waikīkī BeachSight
- Baby BeachSight
- Shige’s Saimin StandRestaurant
- Elsewhere
- Nāpali CoastSightKauaʻi, United States17-mile cliff face with deep crevices and dozens of waterfalls.
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National ParkNature reserveHawaiʻi, United StatesHome to the very active Kīlauea volcano, with steam vents and lava tube.
- Volcano WineryRestaurantHawaiʻi, United StatesOffers wine tasting.
- Little Fish CoffeeRestaurantKauaʻi, United StatesLocated on the South Shore.
- Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave IceIce cream shopHawaiʻi, United StatesMastered shave ice with house-made syrups and smooth ice.
- Hanapepe bon danceFestivalHanapēpē, United StatesFeatures taiko drumming, Japanese music, and traditional folk dances.
- Kauaʻi Soto Zen TempleSightHanapēpē, United StatesHosts the Hanapepe bon dance.
- Taro Ko ChipsMarketHanapēpē, United StatesFactory for delicious taro chips.
- Hanalei Dolphin Fish MarketRestaurantHanalei, United States