Guidebook for Kailua
Sightseeing
Short hike with spectacular views of Kailua, Lanikai and Waimanalo.
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Pillbox Hike
265 Kaelepulu DrShort hike with spectacular views of Kailua, Lanikai and Waimanalo.
One of the most incredible collections of Islamic art, tile, furniture and architecture. Excellent tour guides will take you through the lavish home of heiress Doris Duke.
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Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design
4055 Pāpū CirOne of the most incredible collections of Islamic art, tile, furniture and architecture. Excellent tour guides will take you through the lavish home of heiress Doris Duke.
Excellent tours through the palace give you a real feel for the Hawaiian monarchy in the 19th century and the overthrow in the early 20th century.
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Iolani Palace
364 S King StExcellent tours through the palace give you a real feel for the Hawaiian monarchy in the 19th century and the overthrow in the early 20th century.
Very accessible (paved) hike to Makapu'u Point with incredible views. Great place to watch the sun rise and spot humpback whales.
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Makapu'u Point Lighthouse
Makapu‘u Lighthouse RoadVery accessible (paved) hike to Makapu'u Point with incredible views. Great place to watch the sun rise and spot humpback whales.
Nearby cultural site offers insight into the geological changes of the Kailua area as well as the cultural and historical importance of this land to ancient Hawaiians.
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Ulupō Heiau State Historic Site
Nearby cultural site offers insight into the geological changes of the Kailua area as well as the cultural and historical importance of this land to ancient Hawaiians.
Everything Else
Leonard's Bakery
933 Kapahulu AveBest malasadas in the world.
Grueling 1100 steps to the summit of Koko Head for those who love a physical challenge. Rewarded by great views of the southeast tip of Oahu.
Koko Crater Stairs (Summit)
7430 Kalanianaʻole HwyGrueling 1100 steps to the summit of Koko Head for those who love a physical challenge. Rewarded by great views of the southeast tip of Oahu.
This marine nature preserve has the most spectacular array of marine life and coral. One of the best snorkeling spots on Oahu
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Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalanianaʻole HighwayThis marine nature preserve has the most spectacular array of marine life and coral. One of the best snorkeling spots on Oahu
The oldest and most established collection on the island featuring tropical rainforest trees and plants.
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Βοτανικός Κήπος Wahiawā
1396 California AveThe oldest and most established collection on the island featuring tropical rainforest trees and plants.
Great nearby hike to a lovely waterfall and pond. Trail is often muddy and uneven, but otherwise gentle.
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Maunawili Falls Trailhead
1201-1209 Kelewina StGreat nearby hike to a lovely waterfall and pond. Trail is often muddy and uneven, but otherwise gentle.
One of my favorite hikes. Many cultural and historical relics including petroglyphs. Continuing up the back of the valley will take you to the ridge of the Koolaus where you can connect to the famous Stairway to Heaven.
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Moanalua Valley Trail Start (Kulana'ahane)
1849 Ala Aolani StOne of my favorite hikes. Many cultural and historical relics including petroglyphs. Continuing up the back of the valley will take you to the ridge of the Koolaus where you can connect to the famous Stairway to Heaven.
Food Scene
Authentic tiki bar from the 1950s--great food and drinks in a one of a kind location.
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La Mariana Sailing Club
50 Sand Island Access RdAuthentic tiki bar from the 1950s--great food and drinks in a one of a kind location.
Incredible Burmese food (sort of a cross between Indian and Thai as you might expect). Be sure to order the Tea Leaf Salad.
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Dagon
2671 S King StIncredible Burmese food (sort of a cross between Indian and Thai as you might expect). Be sure to order the Tea Leaf Salad.
Best choice for dining out on the west shore--Puerto Rican/Caribbean food.
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Coquito's Latin Cuisine Restaurant
85-773 Farrington HwyBest choice for dining out on the west shore--Puerto Rican/Caribbean food.
The best of shave ice and ice cream. Don't miss this Taiwanese treat.
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Frostcity
2570 S Beretania StThe best of shave ice and ice cream. Don't miss this Taiwanese treat.
Aloha Salads
600 Kailua RdSo many big, fresh, wonderful salads!
The most incredible Seared Ahi Salad on the island. I hear the beer is also quite good, especially Koko Brown (coconut flavored).
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Kona Brewing Co.
7192 Kalanianole HighwayThe most incredible Seared Ahi Salad on the island. I hear the beer is also quite good, especially Koko Brown (coconut flavored).
Shopping
Sunshine Arts Inc
47-653 Kamehameha HwyExtensive collection of artwork by local artists
Essentials
Local organic vegetarian grocery store with a yummy self serve salad bar and hot entrees.
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Down to Earth Organic & Natural Kailua
573 Kailua RdLocal organic vegetarian grocery store with a yummy self serve salad bar and hot entrees.