Best places in East Honolulu

Discover the best places in East Honolulu, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection.

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Makapuʻu Lookout
Vista point
Popular scenic lookout with views of turquoise ocean, mountains, a lighthouse & whales in season.
4.80 (3.5K reviews)
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Koko Crater Stairs (Summit)
Hiking area
4.90 (706 reviews)
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Lānaʻi Lookout
Scenic spot
Popular lookout point featuring panoramic views of the ocean, cliffs & neighboring islands.
4.80 (2.9K reviews)
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Diamond Head State Monument
Hiking area
A historic hiking trail leads visitors to this iconic summit, with panoramic ocean & city views.
4.80 (2.3K reviews)
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Koko Crater Railway Trailhead
Hiking area
Steep hike up an abandoned railroad track on Koko Crater, with dramatic ocean & city views.
4.80 (1.6K reviews)
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Mānoa Chocolate & Wine Bar
Chocolate factory
Factory tasting room & retail shop offering high-end chocolate bars from sustainably sourced beans.
4.80 (968 reviews)
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Experience Nutridge
Dinner theater
👍👍 I was a bit nervous going into this luau experience since I thought it might be cheesy and ultra-touristy (first time in Hawaii and at a luau in general), but at Experience Nutridge the staff are skilled at balancing entertainment & hospitality with fostering respect for & education about the cultur...
4.90 (449 reviews)
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Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline
Scenic spot
👍👍 If you love hiking. This is for you. 2 miles walk with 500 feet elevation. You can walk here with your kids and pets. You will experience the cool breeze from the ocean because it is an open trail. There is a light house at the top where you can take a good photos. The ocean views in this trail is p...
4.80 (929 reviews)
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Diamond Head State Monument
Park
A trail leads visitors to the summit of this volcanic tuff cone & former fort with panoramic views.
4.70 (15.6K reviews)
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Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Visitor Center
Visitor center
👍👍 I wish I had come earlier in the day because we didn't get to see the whole thing, but just driving through and making a few stops here and there was a phenomenal experience. The lake is such a great place for photos and views! I also loved the gardens around the welcome center. A guide there showed...
4.80 (762 reviews)
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Koko Head District Park
Park
Sprawling collection of sports fields, gardens, picnic areas & stairs climbing a volcanic crater.
4.70 (7.4K reviews)
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Diamond Head Crater Trailhead
Hiking area
Extinct volcano is a popular hiking destination with a rugged trail leading to panoramic views.
4.70 (7.1K reviews)
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Halona Blowhole Lookout
Tourist attraction
From this lookout, visitors can see ocean water shoot 30 feet into the air from a lava tube.
4.70 (5.7K reviews)
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Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden
Botanical garden
400 acres of tropical plants along with a man-made freshwater lake, hiking trails & camping.
4.70 (5.4K reviews)
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Off the Hook Poke Market
Hawaiian restaurant
😠 Not sure why there's such a huge hype here.. a 4.8 rating in September-22. I found this place with Google's recommendation and the experience was a total disaster. If you’re going based on the google rating, I advise not! I didn't enjoy any of the food here. Staff recommended the cold ginger ahi...
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4.80 (719 reviews)
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Mānoa Falls Trail
Hiking area
This picturesque rainforest trail leading to Mānoa Falls has appeared in several movies.
4.70 (4.2K reviews)
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Waimānalo Beach Park
Park
Windward campground on a quiet 3-mile beach with 10 campsites & 3 baseball fields.
4.70 (3.6K reviews)
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Sweet E's Café
Breakfast restaurant
French toast & other breakfast/brunch dishes in a cozy space with comfy-chic decor.
4.70 (2.6K reviews)
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Diamond Head
Volcano
Iconic volcanic peak, home to hiking trails & remains of historical military fortifications.
4.70 (2.4K reviews)
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Honolulu Watershed Forest Reserve
Nature preserve
Tropical rainforest featuring hiking trails & access to the famous Manoa Falls waterfall.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
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