Guidebook for Kailua

Beth
Guidebook for Kailua

Sightseeing

Short hike with spectacular views of Kailua, Lanikai and Waimanalo.
178 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Pillbox Hike
265 Kaelepulu Dr
178 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Short hike with spectacular views of Kailua, Lanikai and Waimanalo.
One of the most incredible collections of Islamic art, tile, furniture and architecture. Excellent tour guides will take you through the lavish home of heiress Doris Duke.
67 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design
4055 Pāpū Cir
67 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
One of the most incredible collections of Islamic art, tile, furniture and architecture. Excellent tour guides will take you through the lavish home of heiress Doris Duke.
Excellent tours through the palace give you a real feel for the Hawaiian monarchy in the 19th century and the overthrow in the early 20th century.
263 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Palasyo ng Iolani
364 S King St
263 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Excellent tours through the palace give you a real feel for the Hawaiian monarchy in the 19th century and the overthrow in the early 20th century.
Very accessible (paved) hike to Makapu'u Point with incredible views. Great place to watch the sun rise and spot humpback whales.
25 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Makapu'u Point Lighthouse
Makapu‘u Lighthouse Road
25 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Very accessible (paved) hike to Makapu'u Point with incredible views. Great place to watch the sun rise and spot humpback whales.
Nearby cultural site offers insight into the geological changes of the Kailua area as well as the cultural and historical importance of this land to ancient Hawaiians.
11 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Ulupō Heiau State Historic Site
11 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Nearby cultural site offers insight into the geological changes of the Kailua area as well as the cultural and historical importance of this land to ancient Hawaiians.

Everything Else

Best malasadas in the world.
230 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Leonard's Bakery
933 Kapahulu Ave
230 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Best malasadas in the world.
Grueling 1100 steps to the summit of Koko Head for those who love a physical challenge. Rewarded by great views of the southeast tip of Oahu.
Koko Crater Stairs (Summit)
7430 Kalanianaʻole Hwy
Grueling 1100 steps to the summit of Koko Head for those who love a physical challenge. Rewarded by great views of the southeast tip of Oahu.
This marine nature preserve has the most spectacular array of marine life and coral. One of the best snorkeling spots on Oahu
531 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalanianaʻole Highway
531 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
This marine nature preserve has the most spectacular array of marine life and coral. One of the best snorkeling spots on Oahu
The oldest and most established collection on the island featuring tropical rainforest trees and plants.
14 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Hardin ng mga Halamanan sa Wahiawa
1396 California Ave
14 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The oldest and most established collection on the island featuring tropical rainforest trees and plants.
Great nearby hike to a lovely waterfall and pond. Trail is often muddy and uneven, but otherwise gentle.
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Maunawili Falls Trailhead
1201-1209 Kelewina St
45 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Great nearby hike to a lovely waterfall and pond. Trail is often muddy and uneven, but otherwise gentle.
One of my favorite hikes. Many cultural and historical relics including petroglyphs. Continuing up the back of the valley will take you to the ridge of the Koolaus where you can connect to the famous Stairway to Heaven.
7 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Moanalua Valley Trail Start (Kulana'ahane)
1849 Ala Aolani St
7 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
One of my favorite hikes. Many cultural and historical relics including petroglyphs. Continuing up the back of the valley will take you to the ridge of the Koolaus where you can connect to the famous Stairway to Heaven.

Food Scene

Authentic tiki bar from the 1950s--great food and drinks in a one of a kind location.
19 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
La Mariana Sailing Club
50 Sand Island Access Rd
19 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Authentic tiki bar from the 1950s--great food and drinks in a one of a kind location.
Incredible Burmese food (sort of a cross between Indian and Thai as you might expect). Be sure to order the Tea Leaf Salad.
14 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Dagon
2671 S King St
14 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Incredible Burmese food (sort of a cross between Indian and Thai as you might expect). Be sure to order the Tea Leaf Salad.
Best choice for dining out on the west shore--Puerto Rican/Caribbean food.
67 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Coquito's Latin Cuisine Restaurant
85-773 Farrington Hwy
67 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Best choice for dining out on the west shore--Puerto Rican/Caribbean food.
The best of shave ice and ice cream. Don't miss this Taiwanese treat.
7 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Frostcity
2570 S Beretania St
7 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The best of shave ice and ice cream. Don't miss this Taiwanese treat.
So many big, fresh, wonderful salads!
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Aloha Salads
600 Kailua Rd
31 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
So many big, fresh, wonderful salads!
The most incredible Seared Ahi Salad on the island. I hear the beer is also quite good, especially Koko Brown (coconut flavored).
89 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Kona Brewing Co.
7192 Kalanianole Highway
89 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The most incredible Seared Ahi Salad on the island. I hear the beer is also quite good, especially Koko Brown (coconut flavored).

Shopping

Extensive collection of artwork by local artists
6 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Sunshine Arts Inc
47-653 Kamehameha Hwy
6 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Extensive collection of artwork by local artists

Essentials

Local organic vegetarian grocery store with a yummy self serve salad bar and hot entrees.
42 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Down to Earth Organic & Natural Kailua
573 Kailua Rd
42 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Local organic vegetarian grocery store with a yummy self serve salad bar and hot entrees.