Top Things to do in Kailua-Kona
What to do and see in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii (HI): The Best Museums
Coffee drinkers will recognize Kona as the source of some of the best beans in the world. Get your blood pumping with a walk along the “Royal Footsteps” waterfront stretch of Alii Drive, or take stargazing to the next level with a nighttime visit to the summit of Mauna Kea. Waterfalls, volcanoes, and soft black sands are just some of the natural features that make Kailua unique. Shimmy your hips at a hula-filled luau, or get an eyeful of native history at the Kamakahonu compound.
Restaurants in Kailua-Kona
1. Lava Light Galleries
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5.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By richardnC1294XE
This has moved to the Queens Marketplace in Waikoloa, and the information on trip advisor needs to be updated. I suspect prices may be up as a result of the location but there is no question as to the quality of the images. Beautiful.
2. Kona Henna
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5.0 based on 92 reviews
Professional Henna Studio & Boutique located in Historic Downtown Kailua Kona, Hawaii. The Original Henna Studio in Hawaii, and the longest running Henna Studio in the USA! We've been providing Professional Henna Body Art for over 16 years! Open 7 days a week!
Reviewed By kurtb208 - Calgary, Canada
Best place in the islands to get a Henna Tattoo! The artists are so talented, and their Henna blend is professional grade and lasts a long time. Great place for family and friends to bring a small momento of Hawaii back home with them!.
3. Nana's Clay Flowers
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By dkatherine123
Incredible floral creations that look so realistic you’ll bend over to sniff them! Nana’s has a large variety of clay creations in many price points that are very reasonable for the artistry. Don’t miss it while you are on Ali Drive.
4. Hulihe'e Palace
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4.5 based on 761 reviews
Hulihe‘e Palace is located in historic Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i, on Ali‘i Drive. Once a summer vacation home for Hawaiian royalty, today Hulihe‘e Palace is a museum showcasing Victorian artifacts from the era of King Kalākaua and Queen Kapi‘olani.
Reviewed By warpedmama55 - Silverdale, United States
Hulihe'e Palace is a wonderful place to visit and learn about the history of the Hawaiian royalty's summer home. Unfortunately, we arrived late in the afternoon and didn't have enough time to leisurely spend viewing everything. The nominal entrance fee helps to keep the palace open. The docents were very knowledgeable and were willing to answer all our questions. It was amazing to view the historic Victorian items of King Kalākaua and Queen Kapi‘olani. I was mesmerized by the beautiful, hand carved koa wood furniture (absolutely breath-taking), portraits of the royals, kapa (a fabric made from local trees and shrubs), actual pieces of clothing worn by the royals,and handmade feather work. Take a break and sit outside under swaying palms on the lawn and watch the waves and boats in Kailua Bay. Most of all, do yourself a favor and allow adequate time for a guided tour and to peruse this lovely palace and grounds.
5. Trudy's Island Arts
6. Kona Oceanfront Gallery
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By markak2013
Enjoyable time was spent here looking at the large art, most all ocean themes. I, along with my wife, was impressed by the size of the paintings and the sculptures, as well as the quality. I would say this is a definite stop in Kona if you have any interest at all in art. Adding to our enjoyment was looking through the books of the artists that are available to page through while you are there. Since a rainstorm came through while we were there we spent more time looking at speaking with the hostess. She was very pleasant and gave us much background to the art and the artists. Very enjoyable time
7. Kailua Village Artists
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
KVA Gallery is now the oldest surviving Co-operative gallery in the State of Hawaii. It is run by its member artists, featuring an eclectic display of original art made by all local artists from the Big Island of Hawaii. The gallery is open daily from 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. For more information please call: 808-329-6653,
8. Seaside Art Gallery
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
9. Pacific Fine Art
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4.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By wlbjayhawk - Wall Township, United States
One of the best galleries to purchase art on the Big Island...they have many of the local artists and a variety of media.
10. Tamara Tavernier aka Rainbow
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
Tamara Tavernier aka Rainbow is an artist and sells her original art, postcards, her children's books etc here
