Most reviewed Tourist Attractions in Kailua-Kona, United States to visit (Updated May, 2024)

Most reviewed Tourist Attractions in Kailua-Kona

Explore the city's most talked-about destinations, sorted by the number of reviews. The higher the position on the list, the greater the number of reviews for each place. Discover the pulse of Kailua-Kona through these extensively reviewed and popular spots. This list contains 53 places from Tourist Attractions category.

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Akaka Falls State Park

State park

Tropical rainforest park offering a .4-mile loop footpath leading up to a 442-foot scenic waterfall.

4.60 (6.9K reviews) (~91.4 km from centre)

Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area

State park

Landscaped terrain suitable for swimming, bodysurfing & picnicking also has lifeguard services.

4.80 (5.1K reviews) (~42.9 km from centre)

Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park

Historical place

Archaeological park featuring burial grounds offers self-guided tours of reconstructed villages.

4.70 (5.1K reviews) (~27.55 km from centre)

Hilo Farmer's Market

Produce market

Twice-weekly outdoor market with over 200 vendors selling produce, artisanal foods & crafts.

$ $$$

4.50 (4.9K reviews) (~95.8 km from centre)

Kona Farmers Market

Farmers' market

40+ outdoor vendors of locally grown produce, flowers, handicrafts & specialties like Kona coffee.

4.30 (4.6K reviews) (~0.55 km from centre)

Magic Sands Beach Park

Public beach

Public park with white sand beach & rocky shoreline, offering lifeguard-overseen swimming & surfing.

4.50 (4.2K reviews) (~5.71 km from centre)

Wailuku River State Park

State park

Home to Waianuenue waterfalls, known for its 80-ft. drop & rainbows that form in the resulting mist.

4.60 (3.7K reviews) (~93.27 km from centre)

Kahalu’u Beach Park

Park

Small beach & reef with generally calm water, making it a popular place to snorkel.

4.60 (3.7K reviews) (~7.46 km from centre)

Hawai‘i Tropical Botanical Garden

Botanical garden

Over 1,800 species of tropical plants including orchids, banana groves & more in a tranquil setting.

4.80 (3.5K reviews) (~96.03 km from centre)

Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens

Zoo

This 12-acre reserve, the only natural tropical rainforest zoo in the U.S., features 80+ species.

4.60 (2.4K reviews) (~96.65 km from centre)

Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park

Historical place

Ruins of early fish ponds & petroglyphs still remain in this historic beachside wildlife refuge.

4.70 (2.3K reviews) (~4.97 km from centre)

Kekaha Kai State Beach

Public beach

This park features a sandy beach & a 4.5-mile trail that leads to a scenic view of the coastline.

4.60 (1.9K reviews) (~16.39 km from centre)

Kaumana Caves

State park

Visitors to this tropical park can descend into a massive 1881 lava-tube cave formed by Mauna Loa.

4.70 (1.9K reviews) (~90.69 km from centre)

Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area

Park

Scenic beach for surfing, spear fishing & swimming, with picnic areas & a jogging path.

4.50 (1.8K reviews) (~1.29 km from centre)

Ultimate Burger

Hamburger restaurant

Casual spot offering made-to-order grass-fed beef burgers, fresh-cut fries, beer & tea.

$$ $$

4.50 (1.7K reviews) (~1.4 km from centre)

Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay)

Beach

👍👍 This beach was really enjoyable. It's great for boogie boarding but we were just in the water jumping with the waves which is just as fun. the parking lot is decent sized, I'd say at least 20 spots but you can park further away and walk in. We got there around 3 pm when people were leaving and got a...

4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~18.96 km from centre)

Wailoa River State Recreation Area

State park

Small riverfront park offering picnic areas, trails, a boat ramp & fishing (with some restrictions).

4.50 (1.4K reviews) (~96.95 km from centre)

Kailua Pier

Tourist attraction

Raised platform next to a beach hosting large & small boats, local events & tournaments.

4.60 (1.2K reviews) (~0.2 km from centre)

The Umauma Experience

Tour operator

Zip line tours are offered along with kayaking, a tropical garden walk & other outdoor activities.

4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~94.1 km from centre)

Hawaii Zipline Tours

Tour operator

👍👍 Such an amazing experience. The tour guides, Monique & Ryley, were friendly & knowledgeable. The views were BREATH TAKING!! KoleKole falls was the highlight. I highly recommend the zip lines to anyone up for an adventure!

4.90 (1K reviews) (~95.71 km from centre)

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Most reviewed Tourist Attractions in Kailua-Kona, United States