Hidden gems - Things to dos in Kailua-Kona, United States not to miss (Updated May, 2024)

Hidden gems: Things to dos in Kailua-Kona

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Kailua-Kona. This list contains 79 places from Things to do category.

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Kozy's Tiki Palace

Comedy club

5.00 (98 reviews) (~32.64 km from centre)

Hawaii Fluid Art

Art studio

5.00 (46 reviews) (~32.64 km from centre)

Rokoff Studio & Art Gallery

Art gallery

5.00 (37 reviews) (~0.32 km from centre)

Lekeleke/Kuamo'o Burial Grounds

Place of worship

5.00 (21 reviews) (~10.87 km from centre)

Big Island Guided Tours

Tour agency

5.00 (14 reviews) (~2.83 km from centre)

Big Island Living - Teak, Hardwood Furniture & Art Gallery

Furniture store

Store stocking a broad selection of rattan & hardwood furnishings, plus fine art & Hawaiiana items.

5.00 (12 reviews) (~6.16 km from centre)

Moonsun Art Gallery

Art gallery

5.00 (8 reviews) (~14.01 km from centre)

Konami South Beach access

Park

5.00 (7 reviews) (~10.59 km from centre)

Waiaelepi

Lake

5.00 (6 reviews) (~23.94 km from centre)

Startpoint of Ironman

Tourist attraction

👍👍 This is the official start line for the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon! On a normal day, like today, you can see the swim area is still setup for practise, which I thought was pretty cool!

5.00 (5 reviews) (~0.12 km from centre)

Lavaka Gallery

Art gallery

5.00 (5 reviews) (~36.41 km from centre)

Puna Chocolate Company - Kona Cocoa Orchard Tour (by reservation only)

Chocolate artisan

4.90 (117 reviews) (~9.18 km from centre)

Makuala O'oma Trail

Hiking area

👍👍 The trail is literally 20 minutes from Kona. We arrived there in the afternoon after spending the morning on the coast in the 85 degree heat. The temperature at the preserve was 69 degrees with moisture in the air. Walking in the ancient lush forest with huge ferns and beautiful vegetation was simpl...

4.90 (44 reviews) (~10.02 km from centre)

King's Mansion

Historical landmark

👍👍 What a treat love this place. Well keeper a hinden gem

4.90 (27 reviews) (~16.53 km from centre)

Kona Historical Society Offices

History museum

4.90 (27 reviews) (~16.46 km from centre)

Hale o Keawe

Historical landmark

👍👍 This sacred place, temple if you will, was a royal mausoleum housing the bones of 23 ali'i, aka Chiefs. These bones gave the place immense spiritual power or 'mana'. The little bay in front of this temple was considered sacred and only chiefs we're allowed to land. Further away, the royal grounds we...

4.90 (22 reviews) (~25.87 km from centre)

Seaside Tennis Club

Tennis club

4.90 (19 reviews) (~44.49 km from centre)

Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative

Nature preserve

4.90 (15 reviews) (~37.62 km from centre)

Giada's Beach

Historical landmark

4.90 (10 reviews) (~33.03 km from centre)

Garden Eel Cove / Manta Ray Heaven

Tourist attraction

👍👍 The only thing better than seeing mantas is knowing that the mantas you see have come freely to visit. An incredible experience that takes advantage of the natural conditions to attract local wild rays for night feeding. A must-do dive for any nature lover!

4.80 (137 reviews) (~12.25 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Things to dos in Kailua-Kona, United States