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Kauai, HI, USA
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items Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kauai, Hawaii – an island paradise with lush rainforests, stunning waterfalls, and dramatic cliffs. Known as the "Garden Isle," Kauai offers adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable views. From the majestic Na Pali...
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Restaurants
Indulge in Kauai’s vibrant culinary scene, offering fresh, island-inspired dishes with a focus on local seafood and tropical flavors. From beachfront dining to cozy eateries, each restaurant offers a unique taste of paradise. Don’t miss the farm-to-t...
The Beach House Restaurant in Koloa, Hawaii, offers an unforgettable dining experience with breathtaking ocean views and a menu inspired by fresh, local ingredients. Perfect for a romantic evening or a special event, the restaurant blends casual eleg...
Beach House Restaurant - Kauai
Roy Yamaguchi's Eating House in Koloa offers a delicious fusion of international flavors with a Hawaiian twist. Enjoy a memorable dining experience in a welcoming atmosphere, featuring fresh, local ingredients crafted into dishes that highlight Hawai...
Eating House 1849 Koloa
Paco’s Tacos in Kauai offers an authentic Mexican dining experience with multiple locations across the island. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and tasty menu, it serves everything from classic tacos to specialty dishes like Birria. Guests can enjoy ...
Paco's Tacos Kauai
Living Foods in Koloa is a community-focused market, café, and restaurant offering fresh, healthy meals made with locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy casual dining, grab-and-go options, and a wide selection of socially-conscious products. The restaura...
Living Foods
Duke's Kauai offers a legendary dining experience with stunning views of Nawiliwili Bay and Hoary Head Mountains. Enjoy fresh fish, steak, and tropical cocktails in a casual yet elegant setting. The restaurant embraces Hawaiian-style dining, perfect ...
Duke's Kauai
Da Crack Mexican Grinds in Koloa offers fresh, made-from-scratch Mexican food using all-natural ingredients, including locally caught fish. With a focus on affordability and quality, the takeout spot serves a variety of options for both vegans and me...
Da Crack Mexican Grinds
RumFire in Poipu offers an exceptional dining experience with 180-degree ocean views. The menu features locally sourced dishes with global influences, alongside Kauai’s largest selection of rums. Guests can enjoy fresh seafood, grilled meats, and inn...
RumFire Poipu Beach
Keoki's Paradise in Poipu offers a vibrant, open-air dining experience with a focus on local ingredients and flavors of Kauai. Enjoy tropical surroundings, live Hula performances, and a menu inspired by Hawaii's farmers, fishermen, and ranchers. The ...
Keoki's Paradise
Puka Dog in Poipu offers a unique Hawaiian-style hot dog experience with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from Polish sausages or veggie dogs, paired with a variety of tropical fruit relishes like mango, pineapple, and papaya, topped with a...
Puka Dog Hawaiian Style Hot Dogs
Merriman's Poipu offers a farm-to-table dining experience with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Known for its beautiful atmosphere and exceptional service, the restaurant serves a range of dishes from seafood to steaks, paired with fine wines. It ...
Merriman's Kauai
Brennecke's Beach Broiler in Poipu offers an inviting beachfront dining experience with a variety of seafood, steaks, and tropical dishes. Enjoy casual meals, live entertainment, and a fantastic view of Poipu Beach from the open-air second-floor dini...
Brennecke's Beach Broiler
Kauai Island Brewing Company offers a true taste of local craft beer with over 10 house-made brews on tap. Enjoy their family-friendly restaurant and spacious lanai in Port Allen or visit their new taproom and whiskey saloon in Koloa Village. Known f...
Kauai Island Brewing Company - Koloa
Lava's on Poipu Beach, located at the Sheraton Kauai Resort, offers delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner options with a focus on healthy, fresh ingredients. Enjoy your meal with stunning ocean views, poolside delivery, or even room service. The lai...
Lava's on Poipu Beach | Savor the Taste of Aloha
Kalapaki Joe's in Kauai offers a relaxed, sports bar atmosphere with beautiful ocean views. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, it’s the perfect spot for casual dining and enjoying televised sports. Don’t miss their happy hour specials, and e...
Kalapaki Joe's Poipu
Red Salt at Ko`a Kea Resort offers a unique dining experience with breathtaking ocean views. Executive Chef Noelani Planas presents a menu full of inventive dishes, including lemon-pineapple soufflé pancakes and vanilla bean-seared mahi. Guests can a...
Red Salt
Places to Stay
Stay in comfort and style on Kauai, with options ranging from luxurious resorts with ocean views to charming beachfront cottages. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or adventure, the island offers a variety of accommodations perfect for every traveler...
Marriott's Waiohai Beach Club, located on Poipu Beach, offers spacious villa accommodations with full kitchens, ocean views, and family-friendly amenities like multiple pools. Guests can enjoy Hawaiian-inspired cuisine at Honu Pool Bar & Grill, o...
Marriott's Waiohai Beach Club
The Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa offers luxury accommodations in a stunning beachfront setting. Guests enjoy expansive rooms with tropical views, an award-winning spa, and multiple dining options. The resort features beautiful lagoons, lush gar...
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu offers luxurious accommodations, from spacious deluxe studios to expansive multi-bedroom villas, perfect for families or groups. The resort features stunning pools, including a 350,000-gallon main pool with waterfalls an...
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas offers stunning cliffside villas on Kauai's North Shore. Enjoy spacious accommodations with fully equipped kitchens and breathtaking views. The resort features outdoor pools, a fitness center, island-inspire...
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas
Outrigger Kaua'i Beach Resort & Spa offers a tropical beachfront escape on the island’s East shore. With 350 guestrooms surrounded by lush landscapes, guests can enjoy on-site dining options, a spa, and easy access to both the North and South sho...
OUTRIGGER Kauai Beach Resort & Spa
Hanalei Bay Resort offers vacation rental condominiums in the scenic Princeville area on Kauai's North Shore. With lush surroundings and beautiful ocean views, the resort features spacious units with private lanais, a lagoon-style pool, and tennis co...
Hanalei Bay Resort
The Cliffs at Princeville offers a tranquil, nature-filled experience on Kauai’s North Shore, with spacious condos and beautiful ocean views. The resort features amenities such as tennis courts, a putting green, and a pool. Known for sustainability, ...
The Cliffs at Princeville
The Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay offers beachfront accommodations with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy spacious rooms with modern amenities, a pool, restaurant, and fitness center. The hotel is located near popular attractions like W...
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay
The Lodge at Kukui’ula offers luxury vacation homes nestled within private neighborhoods in Poipu, Kaua'i. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to The Club at Kukui'ula, a destination with world-class amenities like a spa, fitness center, golf course, a...
The Lodge at Kukuiʻula
Waimea Plantation Cottages offers a unique Kauai retreat with 59 historic plantation-style cottages set on 43 acres of oceanfront land. Guests can enjoy private lanais, full kitchens, and access to local attractions. With a relaxing atmosphere and ac...
Waimea Plantation Cottages
Pu'u Poa offers luxury vacation condos on Kauai’s North Shore, with stunning ocean views and privacy. Located next to the St. Regis Princeville Resort, guests enjoy easy access to secluded beaches, fine dining, and golf. The resort features a swimmin...
Puu Poa Condos - Summit Pacific Vacation Rentals
Kauai Shores Hotel offers a relaxing beachfront retreat on the Royal Coconut Coast. The vibrant rooms and modern amenities provide comfort while overlooking lush tropical gardens or the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy live music, beachside yoga, and dining at L...
Kauai Shores Hotel
Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas offers a luxurious stay in Poipu, with spacious villas featuring full kitchens, living areas, and private lanais. Enjoy resort amenities like two pools, a whirlpool spa, fitness center, and multiple dining options. It’s a...
Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas
Waipouli Beach Resort in Kapaa offers luxurious beachfront accommodations with amenities like a family-friendly fantasy pool, sand-bottom jacuzzis, a beachfront restaurant, and a full-service spa. Guests can enjoy direct access to the Kauai Bike Path...
Waipouli Beach Resort
Princeville at Hanalei offers luxury accommodations on Kauai’s North Shore. Known for its breathtaking views of Hanalei Bay, guests can enjoy world-class golf, dining, and wellness experiences. The area boasts a variety of luxury properties, includin...
Princeville at Hanalei - The Official Site
Activities
Kauai offers endless adventure with activities like hiking through lush rainforests, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, and exploring the iconic Na Pali Coast. Whether zip-lining, kayaking, or relaxing on pristine beaches, there’s something for ever...
The Kalalau Trail is an iconic 22-mile hike along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast, renowned for its breathtaking views of cliffs, valleys, and beaches. Hikers can access the first 2 miles to Hanakapi'ai Beach as a day hike, while longer treks require a camping...
Kalalau Trail
Waimea Canyon, often called the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," is a must-see attraction on Kauai. This awe-inspiring geological formation offers stunning views and numerous activities, including scenic drives, hiking trails, and lookout points. You c...
How to best see Waimea Canyon and the Kōkeʻe State Park (Kauaʻi)
Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park is one of Kauai’s most stunning natural wonders, offering rugged cliffs, deep valleys, and waterfalls. The Kalalau Trail, a popular hike within the park, leads you through its beauty, but a permit is required for lo...
Nā Pali Coast State Wilderness Park
Kayak Wailua offers a memorable adventure along Kauai's Wailua River. Enjoy a guided tour where you'll kayak through lush landscapes, passing historical Hawaiian villages, and hike to the Uluwehi Waterfall. Perfect for all skill levels, the trip blen...
Kayak Wailua | Wailua River Kayak in Kauai - Hawaii
Tunnels Beach offers some of the best snorkeling on Kauai, known for its vibrant marine life and clear waters. The protected coral reefs provide an ideal environment for spotting tropical fish, Hawaiian green sea turtles, and occasionally, monk seals...
Tunnels Beach Snorkeling: Best In Kauai, Hawaii
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters offers breathtaking aerial tours of Kauai’s stunning landscapes. From the Na Pali Coast's towering cliffs to the lush valleys and waterfalls, these helicopter tours provide an unforgettable perspective of the island's most r...
Kauai Helicopter Tours
Relaxing at Hanalei Bay offers a serene escape with its peaceful ambiance and stunning natural beauty. The bay is perfect for lounging on soft sand, swimming in clear waters, or watching the sun set behind lush mountains. Whether you're walking along...
Relaxing, beautiful beach - Review of Hanalei Bay, Kauai, HI - Tripadvisor
Princeville Ranch offers horseback riding lessons on Kauai’s North Shore, blending natural horsemanship with breathtaking views of the Hanalei Mountains. Suitable for all levels, the lessons cover grooming, tacking, and riding techniques in both Engl...
Princeville Ranch
Allerton Garden on Kauai is a stunning botanical destination showcasing a blend of art, nature, and history. Visitors can explore the beautifully landscaped gardens, rich with tropical plants, and learn about the legacy of Queen Emma and the Allerton...
Allerton Garden - National Tropical Botanical Garden
Wailua River State Park offers a lush, scenic experience with activities like riverboat cruises to Fern Grotto, and views of Opaeka’a Falls and Wailua Falls. The park also features the Wailua Complex of Heiau, important historic landmarks. Visitors c...
Fern Grotto
Lydgate Beach Park in Wailua, Kauai, is a family-friendly destination offering picnic areas, a protected swimming area, and easy access to local attractions. Known for its calm waters, it’s a great spot for snorkeling and swimming, with a fish pond a...
Lydgate Beach Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025)
Blue Dolphin Kauai offers exciting boat tours along the NaPali Coast and Niihau, with options for snorkeling, sunset dinners, and adventurous raft excursions. Their 65-foot catamarans provide great views, and all tours are family-friendly, with a dol...
Blue Dolphin Charters
Poipu Beach is a top-rated spot on Kauai's south shore, known for its two distinct bays separated by a tombola. Ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and bodyboarding, the beach features a shallow, protected area perfect for families with young children. T...
Poipu Beach | Kauai.com
Kauai Coffee Company offers 100% Hawaiian coffee grown on the island’s largest coffee farm. Known for its sustainable practices, they provide a wide range of coffees, from medium to dark roasts, flavored blends, and single-serve pods. Visitors can ta...
Kauaʻi Coffee Company
Kauai whale watching offers a unique opportunity to witness humpback whales during their annual migration. The season runs from November to March, with January and February being peak months. Blue Dolphin Charters provides whale watching tours that a...
Kauai Whale Watching - Blue Dolphin Charters
Must See Spots
Kauai is home to must-see spots like the stunning Na Pali Coast, the lush Waimea Canyon, and the serene Hanalei Bay. Discover hidden waterfalls, explore tropical gardens, and immerse yourself in the island's natural beauty at every turn.
Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park is a stunning natural wonder known for its dramatic cliffs, secluded beaches, and lush valleys. The park is accessible by foot, boat, or helicopter, offering breathtaking views of Kauai’s rugged coastline. Hiking t...
Nā Pali Coast State Wilderness Park
Waimea Canyon State Park offers stunning panoramic views of the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," a vibrant, colorful gorge that spans over 14 miles. The park features scenic lookouts, hiking trails, picnicking spots, and seasonal trout fishing opportun...
Waimea Canyon State Park
Hanalei Bay is a serene destination on Kauai’s North Shore, known for its pristine beach, clear waters, and breathtaking mountain views. Ideal for swimming, paddleboarding, or relaxing, the bay offers a peaceful escape surrounded by lush tropical lan...
Hanalei Bay
Wailua Falls is a stunning two-stream waterfall located at the south end of the Wailua River, easily accessible from the roadside. With water cascading 80 feet (or more) down, it's a breathtaking sight, especially in the morning when sunlight creates...
Wailua Falls
Kōkeʻe State Park is a paradise for nature lovers, offering breathtaking views of Kalalau Valley and the surrounding lush forest. At an elevation of 4,000 feet, visitors can enjoy hiking through native rainforests, exploring scenic trails like Alakai...
Kokeʻe State Park
Poipu Beach is a stunning destination on Kauai’s South Shore, known for its golden sand crescents, clear waters, and diverse activities like snorkeling, swimming, and surfing. It’s ideal for families with a natural ocean wading pool and lifeguards on...
Poipu Beach
Allerton Garden, part of the National Tropical Botanical Garden on Kauai’s South Shore, is a botanical masterpiece that blends art, nature, and history. Known for its rich heritage, including a love story between people and plants, the garden feature...
McBryde & Allerton Garden, National Tropical Botanical Garden
The Kalalau Trail is one of Kauai's most famous hikes, offering stunning views of the Na Pali Coast and lush, rugged terrain. The trail is about 11 miles one-way, leading to the beautiful Kalalau Beach. It's a challenging, multi-day trek requiring pe...
Kalalau Trail
Tunnels Beach, also known as Makua Beach, is a breathtaking spot on Kauai's North Shore, famous for its underwater lava tunnels that create a unique snorkeling and scuba diving environment. It offers crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and abu...
Tunnels Beach
Hanapepe Valley Lookout offers a spectacular panoramic view of the lush Hanapepe Valley, a scenic spot perfect for photography and sightseeing. The lookout is located just a short drive from the town of Hanapepe and provides stunning vistas of the va...
Hanapepe Valley
Kauai Coffee Company offers 100% Hawaiian coffee, grown on Kauai's lush estates. Visitors can enjoy tours to learn about coffee cultivation and sustainable farming practices. The company is committed to environmental and social responsibility, with c...
Kauai Coffee
Spouting Horn, located on Kauai's South Shore near Poʻipū, is a natural blowhole that creates impressive water spouts, reaching up to 50 feet high. A Hawaiian legend explains the roaring sound and the spray as the breath of a giant moʻo (lizard) trap...
Spouting Horn
The Kaua'i Museum, located in Līhuʻe, offers a deep dive into the island's rich history and culture. It features captivating exhibits that showcase the heritage of Kaua'i, including artifacts, cultural demonstrations, and educational workshops. The m...
Kauaʻi Museum
Limahuli Garden & Preserve on Kaua'i’s North Shore is a cultural and environmental treasure, showcasing native plants, ancient Hawaiian agricultural terraces, and a rich history. Visitors can explore a lush 3/4-mile trail, learning about the vall...
Limahuli Garden & Preserve, National Tropical Botanical Garden
Wailua River State Park offers a lush, scenic river valley with opportunities for a riverboat cruise to the fern-covered Fern Grotto. Visitors can enjoy views of stunning waterfalls like ‘Opaeka‘a Falls and Wailua Falls, while exploring historical Ha...
Wailua River State Park