Location: Kilauea
Top Things to do in Kilauea
Top 10 Things to do in Kilauea, United States
Kilauea is a small town on the northeastern shore of Kauai, one of the eight islands that make up the state of Hawaii. According to the Hawaii State Info website, 2,248 people reside in Kilauea, which is 1.5 square miles. The town is a census-designated place (CDP) in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States.
Restaurants in Kilauea
1. Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 732 reviews
Reviewed By jammerspot - Minnesota
A very nice nature point. Watch a variety of Birds. Also a historical lighthouse. Lots of signs showing Birds with names. Guides to give advice. Excellent views of ocean and sometimes can see whales.
2. Princeville Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
5 based on 594 reviews
Princeville Botanical Gardens is a family owned and operated garden paradise located in the Princeville area on the magnificent north shore of Kauai. The Robertson Family, with the help of their close gardening friend Michael, have transformed their 9-acre retirement home into a breathtaking garden with dramatic landscaping in two steep valleys. The tour includes homegrown honey and fruit samples, as well as a chocolate tasting that teaches you the history of chocolate making. You'll have fun learning about the uses and folklore of native Hawaiian plants and exotic species from around the world. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Visitors can experience the garden on pre-scheduled tours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Tours are not recommended for children under 6 years. Moderate mobility is needed to go on our nature walk. Please be sure to call us before visiting. Thank you!
Reviewed By Lisa S
Yes, there was a delicious and informative chocolate tasting, but that wasn't even the best part of this wonderful experience! It's been the surprise hit of our trip to Kauai this year (family of five, ages 13-52). The grounds themselves are stunning, a longtime labor of love that has yielded a remarkable variety of flowers, fruit, trees, plants and landscape. The people who run the gardens are equally remarkable — from Jason (who lent me his own hat!) to the knowledgeable and good-natured Harold, to Steve, our tour guide. About Steve: I hope you're lucky enough to have him as your tour guide on a Tuesday. He knew the name, uses and origin of virtually every plant we walked by, and offered samples of yummy fruits and leaves at various points. The power of these plants is extraordinary -- we learned so much about their ability to heal and gained a new respect for natural medicine. Steve's ability to connect with everyone on the tour, from small children to adults, was touching and very much appreciated. We left the gardens feeling nourished and grateful! It's a good idea to bring a hat, sunglasses, and comfortable walking shoes on this three-hour tour.
3. Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 263 reviews
Reviewed By Ticolover - Oregon
We have visited these gardens five times. Each visit provides a little more insight into the dedication and hard work of founders, Ed & Joyce Doty who not only created one of the most special places on planet earth; but also DONATED it so that others can experience and enjoy it's peace and beauty in perpetuity,
The 3 hour ride & stroll was our choice (we've done the trek and figured our knees would be happier with a gentle ride/walk). It was captivating.
We are gardeners; so maybe our hearts appreciate this magical place and the work it do doubt took to bring it all together; but the combination of whimsy and nature combine to make this a most memorable place.
I also have to mention Na'Aina Kai has one of the most tasteful gift shops on the entire island. Lovely items in a wide range of pricing. I'm quite proud to bring some of these treasures home as special gifts for friends and fellow artisans.
4. Pali Ke Kua Beach (Hideaway s Beach)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 448 reviews
Reviewed By TrvlHawaii - Surprise, Arizona
Pali Ke Kua Beach is wonderful as many Kauai beaches are. We have a timeshare in the Princeville area and have been going yearly for 30 plus years. The beauty of the island and the friendliness of the people are awesome. The first year we went we hit the tail end of a hurricane and had 30 inches of rain which for this desert family was fascinating! The run off made the waterfalls run red and for yards out the ocean also had the same tint. Fascinating! However, one warning: high in the moutains are wild pigs which urinate on the dirt. The pigs are not ill themselves but are carriers of leptospirosis. If there is an unusual amount of rain that dirt can be washed into the fresh water streams as it did that year--ocean water is not a problem. My family went to a local beach which was fed by a stream. Our son decided to do some exploring and crossed the stream which was running red due to Kauai's red dirt that had been washed into it. After that day it was time to go home and our son became very ill--vomiting, etc. Didn't think too much about it but after a day or so at home I decided to call Kauai's Department of Public Health to see if some odd kind of virus was showing up there. They immediately asked me if he had been in the fresh water stream near one of our favorite beaches and I said yes. They said to immediately get him to an infectuous disease specialist as there had been an outbreak of Leptospirosis which can be fatal to humans. Lepto is one of the puppy shots given to dogs. I immediately called the specialist and explained and they said to get him there within the hour. Lepto is curable IF you get to a doctor within a certain time limits but if not can cause loss of limbs or death. Luckily, we made it just in time.
5. Hawaiian Organic Noni Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 71 reviews
Call for FREE TOUR. Discover Noni, an ancient Polynesian medicinal food. Our tours are on Monday,Wednesday,and Friday at 10 am.Come visit us at the Kaakaaniu Plantation for a personal tour of our thirty seven acre Hawaiian Organic Noni Farm. We are a certified organic family farm with over thirty years of experience at growing Noni through organic practices. We enjoy sharing our knowledge of Noni and organic farming methods.You will see: an ancient valley and orchards stretching all the way to the Pacific ocean.During your tour:- Discover the traditional uses of Noni and published research on this fruit.- Educate yourself about organic farming practices learn how we cultivate Noni for maximum potency.- Learn how our unique drying process makes this extraordinary fruit in to a whole raw food.- Taste a super fruit which will awaken your immune system, relieve pain, and supports your path toward wellness.- Enjoy free samples of our Noni Fruit Leather and Noni lotions. We will offer these during the tour as well!Tours are by Reservation only. Please call for more information or to book your guided tour.
Reviewed By Mickintexas - Dallas, Texas
Family owned and operated, this is extremely informative tour about organic farming, especially Noni. Steve shares his passion for organic farming and the health benefits of Noni as they produce it specifically. Beautiful grounds. Thank you Steve for sharing your life's passion with us.
6. Na Pali Sea Breeze
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By Lydia G - Ojai, California
Treat yourself to this! Well worth it. We picked the morning excursion in hopes that the seas might be calmer. You never know what it'll be! It was great. They've been doing this for years and have it totally handled with skilled captain and his first mate. They were friendly making all feel safe and secure as we bounced over waves. The views are a-m-a-z-i-n-g! Seeing the coast from the water is a real treat. The weather cooperated and we were able to go into the cave - WOW!! Snorkling off of Tunnels Beach was delightful. I swam with a turtle mimicking his movement and pace. A highlight being up-close with these magnificent animals. Dolphins raced up the coast with us, so close to the boat you could almost touch them! Spinner dolphins showed off their skills leaping out of the water and whirling around. Flying fish - now that's a sight to see! The box lunch included a big sandwich (actual fresh bread!), fruit, chips and water. The potty on board was very appreciated! The boat is very sturdy, but be ready to rock and roll when propelled over waves. The captain did a great job! Thanks to the family and their staff for the warm greeting and memorable experience. Mahalo!
7. Wai Koa Loop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
The Wai Koa Loop Trail is a great safe 4.5 mile hiking trail on the beautiful North Shore of Kauai. You can access this hike at Anaina Hou Community Park in Kilauea. The hike is free but is on private property, so please stop in at Anaina Hou to sign a waiver, pick up a map, and purchase water, sunblock, lunch or ono snacks to take with you on this fun-filled adventure! On the hike, you’ll pass through the Kilauea Forest and then the largest mahogany plantation in North America. Then, the trail opens up and you’ll enjoy impressive views of the Namahana Mountains. The top of this loop trail takes you to the must-see historic Stone Dam. It was built in the 1880’s to support the Kilauea Sugarcane Plantation and is a great place for a picnic or to enjoy a swim. The Trail is open to the public from 8:00 am to dusk and takes between 2.5 to 4 hours. A wavier must be on file at Anaina Hou before you enjoy the Trail.
Reviewed By BoulderNut - Sonoma, California
If it’s been raining recently, the lower part of trail will be muddy.
After signing in, drop some $ in the donation cup, return to your car and drove to the Dog Park. It’s shown on the provided map. This is a nice flat shorter walk along the Mahogany Trees out to the Dam.
Need water and light rain jacket.
We really enjoyed the Mountain views and a little rain.
8. Anaina Hou Community Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Anaina Hou provides a 30-acre non-profit gathering space on the beautiful North Shore of Kauai. Play a round of miniature golf set within a lush Hawaiian botanical garden, hike the Wai Koa Loop Trail to the must-see historic Stone Dam, join us at our weekly farmers markets, dine in our Cafe and Food Court featuring Skinny B's BBQ, visit our weekly and monthly events that include live music, food and drinks, enjoy our playgrounds and skate ramps, or just relax on our beautiful campus.
Reviewed By Alan A
We came here to play putt putt golf and the 28 hole course is unique in it teaches about hawaiian plants and history as you go along the course. Each hole had a fact board with different island history. There was asll kind of native and tropical plants along the course, that were labeled. They did a nice job of making it fun and unique. After putt putt we walked down to and old rock dam that was built when they use to grow sugar cane and it was used to help water the fields. It was a nice walk through the woods and very cool dam and valley that was at the end.
9. Kalihiwai Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By EphemeralDiver - Vancouver, Canada
Large beach that was mostly empty. In the morning the waves were moderately sized so swimming was easy. As the day progressed the waves got larger and less comfy. Surfers at one end where the creek came into the bay. Easy access from the highway. There are some tide pools and rocks if you want to beach comb.
10. Kilauea Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 47 reviews
A information center with literature about Volacanoes National Park.
Reviewed By AAHolt - United States
Like many other national park visitor centers, this one has a wealth of information, a gift shop, and rangers to answer your questions. They can help you make the most out of your visit to the park.
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