- Our list of the best things to do in Waimea, Hawaii, features the top 81 nearby activities — including 43 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Waimea, HI has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Tours, Water Activities, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 32 things to do within the city of Waimea, HI , followed by 64 popular activities in nearby cities, including Waikoloa, Kapaau, Honokaa, Kawaihae, Kailua-Kona, Puako, Kailua, Hawi, Kaimu, Kukuihaele and Paauilo
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20.7 Miles
The Ala Kahakai National Historic Trial has a network of trails that span 175 miles. The trail cuts through hundreds of primitive Hawaiian settlement sites and over 200 mountain views overlooking the sea!
25.1 Miles
91%
294 votes
78-1728 Kaleiopapa Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI
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Ocean Safaris Kayak Adventures is a kayak rental company that also has paddle board rentals, whale watching tours, and sea cave explorations. Types of wildlife that can be seen on the tours include eels, sea turtles, tropical fish, and dolphins.
25.4 Miles
89%
1043 votes
Mauna Kea Access Road, Hilo, HI
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Located midway to the summit at Mauna Kea, the Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station is the acclimatization point for those continuing to the summit, and houses interpretive information and public telescopes. Free nightly stargazing programs provide guided opportunities for star-gazing in a location notable for…
26.2 Miles
96%
761 votes
Hwy. 19, dirt road N. of mile marker 88, Kailua-Kona, HI
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Part of Kekai State Park, Manini-owali Beach at Kua Bay is an unsupervised, white sand and lava rock beach with opportunities for swimming and snorkelling, and picnic areas. A hiking trail links to the nearby Kikaua Beach.
27.8 Miles
A family-operated marine farm operation, Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm captively breeds 15 species of seahorses for sale as pets, and seeks to raise awareness about the endangerment of the seahorse in its natural habitat. Visitors can tour the facility, including an interactive tide pool and fish feeding station.
28.1 Miles
97%
74 votes
Laupahoehoe Point exit off Hwy. 19, Laupahoehoe, HI
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Named for Laupahoehoe, where it is located, Laupahoehoe Beach Park is a coastal area popular with hikers and picnickers. It offers terrific views of the water, especially its many tide pools.
28.2 Miles
96%
209 votes
Off Highway 19 between mile marker 90 and 91, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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With a little bit of effort, you can find paradise lost when you make the trek to Makalawena/Pu'u Ali'I near Kona Coast State Park. This secluded, sandy beach can be found at the end of a lava rock trail but is well worth the trip.
28.4 Miles
87%
618 votes
73 1944 Hao St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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Hawaii's largest organic coffee farm, the Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation is located in the rainforest, and offers free daily tours, with VIP tours and roasting tours also available with a reservation.
28.8 Miles
79%
24 votes
36237 Mamalahoa Highway, Laupahoehoe, HI 96764
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The volunteer-run Laupahoehoe Train Museum is open from Thursday to Sunday, and special appointments are available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Groups must make advance reservations. This is a fascinating museum for all interested in the history of rail travel in the United States.
28.8 Miles
An eco-tour charter company, Sunlight on Water provides the opportunity to swim with Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, along with night Manta Ray swims and seasonal winter Humpback Whale watching tours.