Things to do in Kauai
Popular picks: Visit Waimea Canyon · Hike the Kalalau Trail · Explore the Na Pali Coast by boat · Relax at Hanalei Bay · Discover the Allerton Garden · Snorkel at Tunnels Beach · Take a helicopter tour of the island · Go ziplining in Koloa · Visit the Kauai Coffee Company · Kayak the Wailua River · Explore the Limahuli Garden · Relax at Poipu Beach · Attend a traditional Hawaiian luau · Visit the Spouting Horn blowhole · Hike through the Sleeping Giant Trail
Taro Fields at Hanalei National Wildlife RefugeFree5.0Lush historic taro fields framing Kauai's scenic Hanalei Valley landscape.
Kauai Backcountry Adventures$$4.9Experience thrill and tubing through historic mountain canals on Kauai
Waimea CanyonFree4.9Explore Kauai's breathtaking Grand Canyon of the Pacific with scenic lookouts
Hanalei BayFree4.8Kauai's iconic crescent bay features dramatic mountain views and sandy shores.
Kauai's North ShoreFree4.8Discover Kauai's dramatic North Shore featuring emerald mountains and beaches.
Koke'e State ParkFree4.8Explore lush mountain forests and dramatic canyon vistas in scenic Kauai
Na Pali Coast State ParkFree4.8Dramatic emerald cliffs, narrow valleys, and pristine beaches line Kauai's northwest coast.
Nualolo TrailFree4.8Challenging Kauai mountain trail offering dramatic views of Na Pali Coast
Polihale State ParkFree4.8Expansive white sand beach with dramatic Na Pali coast views
Princeville Botanical Gardens$$4.8Explore lush tropical gardens and chocolate tastings on Kauai's north shore
Wailua RiverFree4.8Explore Kauai’s iconic navigable river by kayak, paddleboard, or boat tour.
Kalalau TrailFree4.7Experience dramatic coastal views along Kauai's iconic Napali Coast wilderness trail
Kauai Sea Tours$$4.7Experience Kauai's stunning Na Pali Coast through guided boat tours.
Tunnels BeachFree4.7Picturesque golden sand beach offering premier snorkeling on Kauai North Shore
Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens$$4.6Explore lush tropical gardens and bronze sculptures on Kauai's north shore.
Salt Pond Beach ParkFree4.6A tranquil south shore beach park perfect for families and snorkeling
Lihue HarborFree4.5Kauai's primary ocean port and cruise ship hub in Lihue
Queen's BathFree4.5Discover Kauai's famous lava rock tide pool along Princeville's coast.
Wailua FallsFree4.5Discover the Majesty of Wailua Falls
Fern Grotto$4.4Discover Kauai's lush tropical lava cave along the scenic Wailua River
Kauai National Wildlife RefugeFreeA scenic coastal sanctuary protecting native seabirds and historic lighthouse vistas.
Kilauea National Wildlife RefugeFreeA sanctuary for nesting seabirds and iconic coastal views on Kauai
Opaeka‘a FallsFreeEasily accessible roadside vista offering stunning views of Kauai waterfall
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