Guidebook for Honolulu

Summer
Guidebook for Honolulu

Sightseeing

Beautiful views of Waikiki and the south shore.
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Diamond Head State Monument
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Beautiful views of Waikiki and the south shore.
Beautiful place to go snorkeling, but there are always TONS of people so get there early.
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Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalanianaʻole Highway
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Beautiful place to go snorkeling, but there are always TONS of people so get there early.
If you're headed to kailua, take this little side road on your way over the mountain. It only adds a few minutes to the drive but the scenery is breathtaking. It feels more like that "old Hawaii" you've dreamed of.
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Old Pali Road
Old Pali Road
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If you're headed to kailua, take this little side road on your way over the mountain. It only adds a few minutes to the drive but the scenery is breathtaking. It feels more like that "old Hawaii" you've dreamed of.
Take a quick stop at this view point to see one of the best views of the windward side of the island. You have to pay for parking but it's a great place for pictures and on good windy days, it will take your breath away!
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Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout
Nuuanu Pali Drive
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Take a quick stop at this view point to see one of the best views of the windward side of the island. You have to pay for parking but it's a great place for pictures and on good windy days, it will take your breath away!
You know it from Hawaii 5-0, it's the statue of King Kamehameha!
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King Kamehameha Statue
447 S King St
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You know it from Hawaii 5-0, it's the statue of King Kamehameha!
It's where the pineapple are born! Stop in for some free samples, a walk through the maze, a ride on the train and of course, a refreshing dole whip.
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Dole Plantation
64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy
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It's where the pineapple are born! Stop in for some free samples, a walk through the maze, a ride on the train and of course, a refreshing dole whip.
Cool old sugar mill that has small batches of fancy Kona coffee. In the same parking lot stop in to the soap mill. It smells divine and has beautiful handmade island soap for the whole family.
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Old Sugar Mill Brand Waialua Coffee
67-106 Kealohanui St
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Cool old sugar mill that has small batches of fancy Kona coffee. In the same parking lot stop in to the soap mill. It smells divine and has beautiful handmade island soap for the whole family.
Not for the weak-stomached, this windy road takes you through beautiful jungle-surrounded roads.
Round Top Drive
Round Top Drive
Not for the weak-stomached, this windy road takes you through beautiful jungle-surrounded roads.

Parks & Nature

Wide open spaces, beautiful trees, sports fields
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Kapiʻolani Regional Park
3840 Paki Ave
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Wide open spaces, beautiful trees, sports fields
Want to relax on some grass just feet from the ocean? This is the place. There' a good size parking lot and tons of beach front. It's an ideal place to learn how to SUP as the bay is protected an you don't have to worry about waves knocking you over. It's also an excellent place to take in the fireworks on Friday night!
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Magic Island
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Want to relax on some grass just feet from the ocean? This is the place. There' a good size parking lot and tons of beach front. It's an ideal place to learn how to SUP as the bay is protected an you don't have to worry about waves knocking you over. It's also an excellent place to take in the fireworks on Friday night!
Beautiful white sand beach on the windward side of the island. On windy days it's excellent for windsurfing.
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Lanikai Beach
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Beautiful white sand beach on the windward side of the island. On windy days it's excellent for windsurfing.
Gorgeous beach with a super fun rock to jump off into the water. There is also walk off rock climbing on the left side by the cliffs. It's a huge beach with horrible parking. Your best bet is to drop people off and park in Waiamea valley for $10-15 cash.
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Waimea Bay Beach
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Gorgeous beach with a super fun rock to jump off into the water. There is also walk off rock climbing on the left side by the cliffs. It's a huge beach with horrible parking. Your best bet is to drop people off and park in Waiamea valley for $10-15 cash.
Don't go into this expecting a waterfall at the end. A lot of times it is dried up. The hike itself is what you're after! It takes you through beautiful jungle full of trees, vines and wild ginger. It's not a super difficult hike, but can be if it's rainy. Watch out for the mud!
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Manoa Falls
37 Manoa Rd
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Don't go into this expecting a waterfall at the end. A lot of times it is dried up. The hike itself is what you're after! It takes you through beautiful jungle full of trees, vines and wild ginger. It's not a super difficult hike, but can be if it's rainy. Watch out for the mud!
Completely paved all the way up, this trail is easy, if a bit exposed and hot. From the top you can see Lanai, molokai and Maui on a clear day. Also a fun place to go whale watching.
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Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail
Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail
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Completely paved all the way up, this trail is easy, if a bit exposed and hot. From the top you can see Lanai, molokai and Maui on a clear day. Also a fun place to go whale watching.

Food Scene

Amazing homemade ice cream shop! Open until 1am on the weekends. Bring cash and make sure you try the mochi!
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Bubbies Homemade Ice Cream & Desserts
1010 University Avenue
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Amazing homemade ice cream shop! Open until 1am on the weekends. Bring cash and make sure you try the mochi!
Delicious island inspired smoothies! They've got everything from wheatgrass to chocolate banana shakes. Everything is good so go wild.
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da Cove Health Bar and Cafe
3045 Monsarrat Ave
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Delicious island inspired smoothies! They've got everything from wheatgrass to chocolate banana shakes. Everything is good so go wild.
A vegan/vegetarian hole in the wall. It's an awesome place for a quick and nutritious pick me up and it's literally a stone's throw away from our hotel. Try their smoothies and wraps!
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Ruffage Natural Foods
2443 Kūhiō Ave.
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A vegan/vegetarian hole in the wall. It's an awesome place for a quick and nutritious pick me up and it's literally a stone's throw away from our hotel. Try their smoothies and wraps!
This is a breakfast/brunch place. This location is almost always busy but the food is worth the wait. You'll love the island twist on pancakes.
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Eggs 'n Things Waikiki Beach Eggspress
2464 Kalakaua Ave
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This is a breakfast/brunch place. This location is almost always busy but the food is worth the wait. You'll love the island twist on pancakes.
This is a breakfast/brunch spot. Atmosphere: Think "tea room." Portions are medium size, quality is great. You can park in the hotel- they validate parking.
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Cream Pot
444 Niu St
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This is a breakfast/brunch spot. Atmosphere: Think "tea room." Portions are medium size, quality is great. You can park in the hotel- they validate parking.
If you're up for a little walk, try this branch of Eggs 'n things. If driving, you can park in the post office parking lot across the street or in the public parking further down Saratoga on the corner. It's a small space, but the food is excellent and the portion sizes are quite large.
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Eggs 'n Things Saratoga
343 Saratoga Rd
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If you're up for a little walk, try this branch of Eggs 'n things. If driving, you can park in the post office parking lot across the street or in the public parking further down Saratoga on the corner. It's a small space, but the food is excellent and the portion sizes are quite large.
Located inside the food pantry, Hula dogs are an excellent snack for on the go. Buns are skewered on heated spikes to toast the inside and then they are filled with sauces and a hot dog is slipped inside. It's heavenly.
Hula Dog Hawaiian Style Hot Dogs
2370 Kūhiō Ave.
Located inside the food pantry, Hula dogs are an excellent snack for on the go. Buns are skewered on heated spikes to toast the inside and then they are filled with sauces and a hot dog is slipped inside. It's heavenly.

Drinks & Nightlife

Bar on the beach with live music in the evenings. Excellent for people watching and sunset views. Food also available.
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barefoot bar
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Bar on the beach with live music in the evenings. Excellent for people watching and sunset views. Food also available.
They've got a delightful cocktail menu and the torches outside make you feel like you're having a real native experience.
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RumFire
2255 Kalakaua Ave
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They've got a delightful cocktail menu and the torches outside make you feel like you're having a real native experience.

Shopping

Gorgeous outdoor shopping center, with live music and shows at different times of the week and year.
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Ala Moana Center
1450 Ala Moana Blvd
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Gorgeous outdoor shopping center, with live music and shows at different times of the week and year.
It has everything you left at home for cheap. It's also an excellent place to pick up macadamia nuts and kona coffee.
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Walmart
700 Ke’eaumoku St
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It has everything you left at home for cheap. It's also an excellent place to pick up macadamia nuts and kona coffee.

Essentials

Stock up for your stay! It's got everything you need including awesome breakfast burritos in their deli (until 11am) and lip smacking poke. (Raw fish salad)
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Safeway
888 Kapahulu Ave
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Stock up for your stay! It's got everything you need including awesome breakfast burritos in their deli (until 11am) and lip smacking poke. (Raw fish salad)
This is the closest grocery store to you. It's got everything you need in walking distance. Make sure to try out Puka Dogs while you're there. These island style hot dogs will change your life. Just don't get too carried away with the sauces.
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FOOD PANTRY Waikiki Kuhio
2370 Kūhiō Ave.
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This is the closest grocery store to you. It's got everything you need in walking distance. Make sure to try out Puka Dogs while you're there. These island style hot dogs will change your life. Just don't get too carried away with the sauces.

Entertainment & Activities

It's a little pricy but if you want to get a glimpse of the Polynesian cultures this is the place to go. The shows are high quality and fun for the whole family. Stay for the night show "Ha, breath of life" It's my favorite musical/dancing/fire knife show on island.
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Polylnesian cutlural center
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It's a little pricy but if you want to get a glimpse of the Polynesian cultures this is the place to go. The shows are high quality and fun for the whole family. Stay for the night show "Ha, breath of life" It's my favorite musical/dancing/fire knife show on island.