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

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Koke'e State ParkFree4.8
Explore lush mountain forests and dramatic canyon vistas in scenic Kauai
Nualolo TrailFree4.8
Challenging Kauai mountain trail offering dramatic views of Na Pali Coast
Polihale State ParkFree4.8
Expansive white sand beach with dramatic Na Pali coast views
Kauai's Central Coast BeachesFree4.7
Discover beautiful golden sand beaches along Kauai's picturesque central coast.
Tunnels BeachFree4.7
Picturesque golden sand beach offering premier snorkeling on Kauai North Shore
Moloaa BeachFree4.6
A tranquil, secluded crescent bay on Kauai's scenic northeast shore.
Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens$$4.6
Explore lush tropical gardens and bronze sculptures on Kauai's north shore.
Ke'e BeachFree4.5
Stunning North Shore tropical beach nestled beside Kauai's lush mountain cliffs
Queen's BathFree4.5
Discover Kauai's famous lava rock tide pool along Princeville's coast.
Kauai National Wildlife RefugeFree
A scenic coastal sanctuary protecting native seabirds and historic lighthouse vistas.
Kilauea National Wildlife RefugeFree
A sanctuary for nesting seabirds and iconic coastal views on Kauai
Waimea Town$
Historic West Side Kauai town and gateway to grand Waimea Canyon.

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