Location: Kaneohe
Top Things to do in Kaneohe
The 10 Best Things to Do in Kaneohe, United States
Kāneʻohe is a census-designated place (CDP) included in the City and County of Honolulu and located in Hawaiʻi state District of Koʻolaupoko on the island of Oʻahu. In the Hawaiian language, kāne ʻohe means "bamboo man". According to an ancient Hawaiian story a local woman compared her husband's cruelty to the sharp edge of cutting bamboo; thus the place was named Kāneʻohe or "Bamboo man". The population was 34,597 at the 2010 census. Kāneʻohe is the largest of several communities along Kāneʻohe Bay and one of the two largest residential communities on the windward side of Oʻahu (the other is Kailua). The commercial center of the town is spread mostly along Kamehameha Highway.
Restaurants in Kaneohe
1. Byodo-In Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By danielaV2775AM - Phoenix
We had the pleasure of being able to come and see this temple, it was so amazing and beautiful and Surreal. Would recommend seeing this when coming to Hawaii. Definitely feels like a safe place to enjoy and reflect on who you are.Thank you so much for your very kind words. We are happy you enjoyed your visit. Thank you for your kind words.
2. Kailua Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By mjmorris009 - Chagrin Falls, Ohio
Went here today with family including three teenagers. Great setting, and very nice beach. Great for casual swimming. Water fairly quickly gets to 8 feet, but doesn’t drop off further than that for a fair ways out. Waves very minimal. Nice and clean restrooms on beach and very neat general store within walking distance. Oahu is full of good beaches, and this is one of the better.
3. Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 244 reviews
A 200 acre botanical garden.
Reviewed By Ingo S - Vancouver, Canada
We drove into the gardens and parked at the visitor centre. We continued the rest of the gardens on foot. The ridges you see are impressive and the trees amazing. You only hear the birds singing if you listen carefully. It is nice and shady in the garden so even on a warm day it is pleasant to go there. You will not be disappointed.
4. Lanikai Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By ileanie - Wilmette, Illinois
We first came to this beach with local friends 3 years ago. Hard to find if you don't know where you're going. Go past Kailua Beach. You'll go through a roundabout and a curved bridge. You'll start to see cars parked on side of road and people walking. There is a sand walkway between a couple of houses. A large white to right. The beach isn't large and limited when the tide is high. No facilities. Calm waters and great view!
5. Kane'ohe Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By WorldTravelers34 - Chicago
Our private tour guide brought us to this area and told us some detailed info about Kane'ohe Bay and this area. Kaneohe Bay, a 7,500-acre inlet, is the largest sheltered body of water in the main Hawaiian Islands, and the only bay in Hawaii with a barrier reef. Five tiny islands are anchored in the bay. The two largest are Chinaman’s Hat and Coconut Island. Coconut Island is owned by the State of Hawaii and is home to a University of Hawaii research center. But it is perhaps better known for its role in the long-standing television series, “Gilligan’s Island.” The best stretch of sand in Kaneohe Bay is out on the middle of the sea. That’s where the sandbar, or “Sunken Island” emerges during low tide, and its sugary white sands are like a floating cay that was made especially for you. Kaneohe Bay is on the island’s eastern shore about 30 minutes from Waikiki. Morning hours offer calmest conditions for paddling, swimming, and boating.
6. Lanikai Pillboxes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 742 reviews
Reviewed By TAWNYA W - FT MYERS
Breathtaking 360 degree views from the top. Worth the effort required to reach the top. Was semi challenging hike for me as this hike is a steady and steep upward climb. It was fairly easy for my hubby, but he did feel the burn from this hike as well. Went at my own pace, took short breaks when necessary to catch my breath and hydrate. Rested and recovered at the top while soaking in the sunrise and panoramic views. Worth the effort!
7. Kailua Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 127 reviews
Like the more famous Saturday market at Diamond Head, this market features amazing foods and the nicest people -- very full of aloha!
Reviewed By Marc_and_Kim_Z - Kailua, Hawaii
Tons of food at good prices. They also have plants, veg, and other farmer market items. The night we went they had live music. If in Kailua on a Thursday recommend a visit.
8. He'eia State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By Elizella - Doncaster, United Kingdom
A very brief visit but some good lookout places for photos. If you go when it is rainy or damp be aware that the soil is clay based and makes a mess all over shoes/sandals!
9. Kalama Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By MickBaby8 - Canada
We ended up rending a house that was only 1.5 blocks away from the Kalama Beach Park. We felt so lucky to be so close to such a beautiful beach. The parking lot as mentioned by others is extremely small so it was nice that we could just walk there. I didn't really look to see what amenities were around other than noticing that there is a shower type area for people to rinse off the salt water and sand. The sand is soft and the beach is clean and the water is blue. The waves were quite rough the day we went so we didn't do any swimming as we had young kids with us; however, we did see a bunch of people boogie boarding out in the waves and it looked really fun. Great beach to visit!
10. Olomana Three Peaks Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By Surekha A - Bellevue, Washington
I have a mild fear of heights with which I always try to challenge myself. This hike was a very vertical hike (you're basically hiking to the top of a mountain in 1.5 miles). It included several instances where there's rock-climbing involved. The steep rock-climb sections had ropes to help with the climb. The last rock climb section was basically a vertical climb with a big rope. Then there's just a little more to go with steep cliff drop offs just below your trail. I made it ~20 ft from the top of the first peak and got too scared to continue, and my husband went up the rest of the way and took photos. I definitely don't recommend it for people who have a legit fear of heights. But I felt so accomplished even getting as far as I did. It was a great adventure, and it felt great to achieve what I did with my husband by my side. We also got some phenomenal panoramic photos from the top! Just make sure you give yourself plenty of time: we took about 2+ hrs with stops for taking photos just to get to the top, and actually descended mostly in the dark with headlamps, because we went so late in the afternoon.
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