Guidebook for Waianae
Entertainment & Activities
At certain times of the year a long "beach lake" appears and is perfect for the kids to play in. Just watch out for the keawe thorns that are mostly under the trees near the road.
Waikomo Stream
At certain times of the year a long "beach lake" appears and is perfect for the kids to play in. Just watch out for the keawe thorns that are mostly under the trees near the road.
In the mornings the dolphins play a little ways from the shore. This is a long beach, and on the weekends the gate is open where you can drive in, little off-roading, but you should be fine.
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Makua Beach
In the mornings the dolphins play a little ways from the shore. This is a long beach, and on the weekends the gate is open where you can drive in, little off-roading, but you should be fine.
The first dip has a little shore break, the second dip (near lifeguard tower) has a nice little reef, waves are awesome. Third dip has a great right hander, and there's a hike at the of the road.
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Keawa’ula Beach
Farrington HighwayThe first dip has a little shore break, the second dip (near lifeguard tower) has a nice little reef, waves are awesome. Third dip has a great right hander, and there's a hike at the of the road.
Another beautiful beach, you can't see your car so don't bring your valuables. Nice beach cove area. Gets deep fast and you'll feel the surge of open ocean swells.
Keawaiki
Another beautiful beach, you can't see your car so don't bring your valuables. Nice beach cove area. Gets deep fast and you'll feel the surge of open ocean swells.
If you rent a Kayak you can launch it here (if you need it completely flat) it has a protected sea wall area. A Hawaiian Hei'au is located on the left side of the park. A sacred site, so show respect.
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Pōkaʻī Bay Beach Park
960 Bayview StIf you rent a Kayak you can launch it here (if you need it completely flat) it has a protected sea wall area. A Hawaiian Hei'au is located on the left side of the park. A sacred site, so show respect.
Wet 'n' Wild Hawaii
400 Farrington HwyO'ahu's non-ocean water park.
Dolphin Star
85-471 Farrington HwyThis is a kid-friendly eco-tour, that can get you close to Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins!
Learn about Native Hawaiian, Samoan, Maori, and other polynesian practices and traditions. Enjoy wonderful shows, and great food! Fun for everyone!
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Polylnesian cutlural center
Learn about Native Hawaiian, Samoan, Maori, and other polynesian practices and traditions. Enjoy wonderful shows, and great food! Fun for everyone!
A museum filled with how the islands came to be, who lived here, how they lived, and how they discovered. A must see!
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Bishop Museum
1525 Bernice StA museum filled with how the islands came to be, who lived here, how they lived, and how they discovered. A must see!
Sightseeing
Park at the end of the road and get ready for a nice hike. This is the wild west, sea bird sanctuary. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR WATER BOTTLE. It's just you and nature. Take your valuables with you.
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Ka'ena Point
Farrington HwyPark at the end of the road and get ready for a nice hike. This is the wild west, sea bird sanctuary. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR WATER BOTTLE. It's just you and nature. Take your valuables with you.
An outdoor museum with guided tours that tells the story of life of Hawaii's Sugar Plantations.
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Hawaii Plantation Village
94-695 Waipahu StAn outdoor museum with guided tours that tells the story of life of Hawaii's Sugar Plantations.
An eco-tourism company, specializing in dolphin swims, snorkeling tours, and more
Ko Olina Ocean Adventures
92-100 Waipahe PlAn eco-tourism company, specializing in dolphin swims, snorkeling tours, and more
Hawaii Nautical is an eco-tourism company. Great for scuba diving, snorkeling, whale watching tours, and a West Oahu sunset sail.
Hawaii Nautical-ASA
85-491 Farrington HwyHawaii Nautical is an eco-tourism company. Great for scuba diving, snorkeling, whale watching tours, and a West Oahu sunset sail.
Award winning snorkel tours, specializing in Hawai'i wildlife.
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Wild Side Specialty Tours, Honolulu
85-495 Farrington HwyAward winning snorkel tours, specializing in Hawai'i wildlife.
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
1 Arizona Memorial PlPearl Harbor Memorial Site
A nice place to stop on your drive around the island to admire the beauty of the ocean.
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Laie Point State Wayside Park
Hawaii 83A nice place to stop on your drive around the island to admire the beauty of the ocean.
Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalanianaʻole HighwayA famous Hawaiian attraction. Snorkeling Spot.
Now a museum. This was the palace residence of Hawaii's royalty.
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Iolanipaleis
364 S King StNow a museum. This was the palace residence of Hawaii's royalty.
A great hike upon a dormant volcano, and a local icon.
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Diamond Head State Monument
A great hike upon a dormant volcano, and a local icon.
Memorial Site and Museum for the tragic date of December 7th 1941.
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Pearl Harbor
Memorial Site and Museum for the tragic date of December 7th 1941.
Nu'uanu Pali uitkijkpunt
Nuuanu Pali DriveNu'uanu Pali Lookout.
A historical site, gorgeous (and easy) hike to the waterfall. You can even swim in the waterfall!
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Waimea Falls
A historical site, gorgeous (and easy) hike to the waterfall. You can even swim in the waterfall!
Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail
Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse TrailAn easy, and breezy hike.
Dolphin, Whale, Fish, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Horseback Riding... They do it all, right here in our backyard!
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Waianae Boat Harbor
85-491 Farrington HwyDolphin, Whale, Fish, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Horseback Riding... They do it all, right here in our backyard!
This is a legendary beach, known for it's good waves and beautiful waters. It is the home of the Keaulana family and the BUFFALO BIG BOARD SURFING CLASSIC surf contest. And you are staying within walking distance from it, how cool is that. Stay in the middle of the bay, there is parking there, freshwater shower, and lifeguards.
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Makana Beach
Farrington HwyThis is a legendary beach, known for it's good waves and beautiful waters. It is the home of the Keaulana family and the BUFFALO BIG BOARD SURFING CLASSIC surf contest. And you are staying within walking distance from it, how cool is that. Stay in the middle of the bay, there is parking there, freshwater shower, and lifeguards.
This spot use to be covered with bush and keawe trees until more recently. Drive JUST pass the parking lot and go off roading a little to park just off the beach. This surf break is great for the experienced bodyboarder as the waves do barrel on the right swell. This is a nice secluded stretch of beach. No lifeguard and no freshwater shower here.
Kea'au Beach Park
83-431 Farrington HwyThis spot use to be covered with bush and keawe trees until more recently. Drive JUST pass the parking lot and go off roading a little to park just off the beach. This surf break is great for the experienced bodyboarder as the waves do barrel on the right swell. This is a nice secluded stretch of beach. No lifeguard and no freshwater shower here.
Giant cave, short walk, be careful crossing the street. This is considered by some of the Hawaiians here in this area as the birthplace of their ancestors. This place looked much different back then. The mountain went across the road and at the top there was a small cave entrance that you would have to crawl down into, that eventually opened up to what you see today. When they built the road and excavated the mountain it exposed this cavern.
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Kaneana Cave (Makua Cave)
86-260 Farrington HwyGiant cave, short walk, be careful crossing the street. This is considered by some of the Hawaiians here in this area as the birthplace of their ancestors. This place looked much different back then. The mountain went across the road and at the top there was a small cave entrance that you would have to crawl down into, that eventually opened up to what you see today. When they built the road and excavated the mountain it exposed this cavern.
Everything Else
There is a hike up to the top of Lahilahi point. Don't go on the east side of the point due to the homeless encampment. There is a Hawaiian shrine at the top. Please do not move the rocks.
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Lahilahi Point
There is a hike up to the top of Lahilahi point. Don't go on the east side of the point due to the homeless encampment. There is a Hawaiian shrine at the top. Please do not move the rocks.
Here you can rent all kinds of ocean toys to enjoy a day on the water! Bodyboards, fins, surfboards, SUPs, snorkel gear, and more! They also do lessons and tours!
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West Oahu SUP
85-010 Army StHere you can rent all kinds of ocean toys to enjoy a day on the water! Bodyboards, fins, surfboards, SUPs, snorkel gear, and more! They also do lessons and tours!
A luau featuring native Hawaiian games, food, and entertainment.
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Paradise Cove Luau
92-1089 Ali'inui DrA luau featuring native Hawaiian games, food, and entertainment.
Germaine's Luau
91-119 Olai StA luau with entertainment
Ko Olina Golf Club
92-1220 Ali'inui DrA beautiful golf course, for golf enthusiasts.
Why not get a spa treatment while you're here? Laniwai Spa is a luxurious treat!
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Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
92-1185 Ali'inui DrWhy not get a spa treatment while you're here? Laniwai Spa is a luxurious treat!
Makaha Golf Club West
84-627 Makaha Valley RdHere is a great spot for some laid-back tee time.
North Shore Shark Adventures
66-105 Haleiwa RdSwim with sharks... if you dare!
Kualoa Ranch
49-560 Kamehameha HwyOutdoor fun like horseback riding, ATV tours, etc.
Aloha Tower is a historic Honolulu landmark and home to an outdoor shopping and dining marketplace.
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Aloha Tower Marketplace
1 Aloha Tower DrAloha Tower is a historic Honolulu landmark and home to an outdoor shopping and dining marketplace.
The first Christian Church built on Oahu. Dedicated on July 21, 1842, “The Great Stone Church” is made of 14,000 coral slabs from ocean reefs that were hauled from the sea by native laborers.
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Kawaiahao Church
957 Punchbowl StThe first Christian Church built on Oahu. Dedicated on July 21, 1842, “The Great Stone Church” is made of 14,000 coral slabs from ocean reefs that were hauled from the sea by native laborers.
Renton Road
Renton Road91-1001 Renton Road. Island Railway Tours. Take a train ride!
Go kart racing!
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K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities
91-1085 Lexington StGo kart racing!
iTrampoline Hawaii
94-157 Leoleo StHawaii's only indoor trampoline park
Not our thing, but if you're into seeing captive wild animals, they're here.
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Sea Life Park Hawaii
41-202 Kalanianaʻole HwyNot our thing, but if you're into seeing captive wild animals, they're here.
A non-profit eco-tour company. They can take you out on a kayaks and go snorkeling, and teach you about preservation of Hawaiian culture and eco system.
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Holokai Kayak and Snorkel Adventure
46-465 Kamehameha HwyA non-profit eco-tour company. They can take you out on a kayaks and go snorkeling, and teach you about preservation of Hawaiian culture and eco system.
Food Scene
The food and service is great here. We've always had great experiences here. Oh and the Tres leches cake...Unreal.
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Coquito's Latin Cuisine Restaurant
85-773 Farrington HwyThe food and service is great here. We've always had great experiences here. Oh and the Tres leches cake...Unreal.
Great Thai food here. We like to call ahead and place a take-out order, because the neighborhood it's in - is not so awesome. The food is though!
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Spicy House
87-730 Farrington HwyGreat Thai food here. We like to call ahead and place a take-out order, because the neighborhood it's in - is not so awesome. The food is though!
Talk about yummy sushi with big portions! Try the Spicy Ahi bowl, it's our favorite!
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Sushi Bay
590 Farrington HwyTalk about yummy sushi with big portions! Try the Spicy Ahi bowl, it's our favorite!
Genki Sushi is great for a nice quick, cheap bite to eat. The sushi goes around on a conveyor belt, which always makes the kids and tummies happy!
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Genki Sushi
1200 Ala Moana BlvdGenki Sushi is great for a nice quick, cheap bite to eat. The sushi goes around on a conveyor belt, which always makes the kids and tummies happy!
Holy Cow, this place is amazing. This is our favorite place to dine. Great drinks, food, and live music!
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Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman
10 Wailea Gateway PlHoly Cow, this place is amazing. This is our favorite place to dine. Great drinks, food, and live music!
Mexico Restaurant
1247 N School StYummy Mexican cuisine with monster sized horchata!
Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives... this place has delicious Hawaiian food.
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Helena's Hawaiian Food
1240 N School StFeatured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives... this place has delicious Hawaiian food.
Poke Stop
94-050 Farrington HwyIf you are looking for local-style raw fish, this is the place to go!
This is a great breakfast and brunch spot. It's gets pretty crowded on a weekend though!
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My Cafe
563 Farrington HwyThis is a great breakfast and brunch spot. It's gets pretty crowded on a weekend though!
A local eatery that has been around for ages. Try their pancakes!
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Hannara Restaurant
86-078 Farrington HwyA local eatery that has been around for ages. Try their pancakes!
Sun Sushi
85-979 Farrington HwyA yummy hole-in-the-wall stop for sushi
El Charro Mexicano
Authentic Mexican Cuisine
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck
66-472 Kamehameha HwyNorth Shore's most famous Shrimp truck!
A great, healthy cafe, sure to delight your tummy and your body! The owners are friends of ours!
HiBlend Health Bar & Cafe
1481 Ke’eaumoku StA great, healthy cafe, sure to delight your tummy and your body! The owners are friends of ours!
You must get the banana pancake, this place is an old school diner and a landmark for locals in this area. Also get the cocoa puffs to go.
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Liliha Bakery
515 N Kuakini StYou must get the banana pancake, this place is an old school diner and a landmark for locals in this area. Also get the cocoa puffs to go.
You if you are on this side of the island, you must stop here for some local food. They are famous and ask what they recommend. You wont regret it.
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Hukilau Cafe
55-662 Wahinepee StYou if you are on this side of the island, you must stop here for some local food. They are famous and ask what they recommend. You wont regret it.
Shopping
Nani's favorite store. I'm sure it's almost every mom's favorite store.
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Target
4450 Kapolei PkwyNani's favorite store. I'm sure it's almost every mom's favorite store.
Arts & Culture
If you're int he mood to catch a flick, this is the closest movie theater. Usually crowds are low, and there's lots of parking.
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Consolidated Theatres Kapolei
890 Kamokila BlvdIf you're int he mood to catch a flick, this is the closest movie theater. Usually crowds are low, and there's lots of parking.
Essentials
Perfect for those who are seeking organic foods & natural products. Here, you'll also find all-natural, locally made products too. Perfect for gifts!Check out our family's line: The Indigenous Soap Co
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Down to Earth Organic & Natural - Kapolei
4460 Kapolei PkwyPerfect for those who are seeking organic foods & natural products. Here, you'll also find all-natural, locally made products too. Perfect for gifts!Check out our family's line: The Indigenous Soap Co