Hanalei Things to Do

Almost anyone can find something to do at this restored sugar plantation. The home is a perfectly recreated version of a 1930s mansion. The exquisitely manicured grounds can be toured by carriage or on foot. For people who enjo... more

There are a never-ending variety of natural wonders in this enormous park, including the eerie floor of the crater and the magical Kipahulu Valley, much of which is closed to tourists. A seven-day pass is USD5 or USD10 per vehi... more

While it is hard to say whether one of Kauais gardens outshines the others, this preserve was named the United States' "best natural botanical garden" in 1997. Located on the North Shore, the property serves as a tourist attrac... more

The area surrounding this pier gets as close to the Lahaina or Waikiki feeling as visitors will find on the Big Island. Dozens of small shopping centers, restaurants and bars cluster around the pier. The King Kamehameha Hotel o... more

The little settlement of Holualoa was founded as an agricultural center, but has evolved into what many consider to be the artistic center of the Big Island. Artists from around the world have gathered here, inspired by the bea... more

This is one of Molokai's main attractions, located off the southern shore of Molokai. Measuring 28 miles from tip to toe, it is Hawaii's only barrier reef. There are two ways to see this reef: from a distance or up close and pe... more

The backdrop of the famed Fantasy Island television show, this stunning waterfall is located directly off the road, just past the town of Lihue on the southern coast of Kaua'i. It is just a short ride down a rough road in Kapai... more

Dedicated to preserving the history of Hana, this non-profit cultural center includes a museum and a replica of an early Hawaiian village. The Hale Waiwai O Hana (House of Treasures) museum contains more than 5,000 photographs... more

This is one of three palaces in the Hawaiian Islands. It is located in the heart of downtown Kailua-Kona, across from the state's oldest church. From the time of its construction in 1838 up until 1925, the structure was passed... more

This is the biggest sports bar on the island. Located a couple miles from Lihue Airport, it is one of the few places on Kaua'i that stays open into the early morning hours. In addition to seven televisions, the bar has live ent... more