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Hulihee Palace

A lovely two-story oceanfront home surrounded by jewel-green grass and elegant coco palms and fronted by an elaborate wrought-iron gate, Hulihee...

Mokuaikaua Church

Site of the first Christian church in the Hawaiian Islands, this solid lava-rock structure, built in 1836, is mortared with burned lime, coral...

Captain Cook Monument

On February 14, 1779, famed English explorer Captain James Cook was killed here during an apparent misunderstanding with local residents. He...

Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park

This underwater marine reserve is one of the most beautiful spots in the state. Dramatic cliffs surround super-deep, crystal-clear, turquoise...

Puuhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park

This 420-acre National Historical Park houses the best preserved puuhonua (place of refuge) in the state. Providing a safe haven for noncombatants...

Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site

Quite simply, this is one of the most historic and commanding sites in all of Hawaii. It was here in 1810, on top of Puukohala (Hill of the...

Akaka Falls State Park

A paved, 10-minute loop trail (approximately ½ mile) takes you to the best spots to see the spectacular cascades of Akaka. The majestic upper...

Waipio Valley

Bounded by 2,000-foot cliffs, the "Valley of the Kings" was once a favorite retreat of Hawaiian royalty. Waterfalls drop 1,200 feet from the...

Imiloa Astronomy Center

Part Hawaiian cultural center, part astronomy museum, this center provides an educational and cultural complement to the research being conducted...

Panaewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens

Billed as "the only natural tropical rain forest zoo in the United States," this sweet zoo features native Hawaiian species such as the state...

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Museum/ Gallery 11

Bars/ Pubs 10

Religious Building/ Site/ Shrine 9

Crafts 7

Garden/ Arboretum 6

Household Items/ Furniture 5

Shopping Neighborhoods 4

Department Stores 2

Zoo/ Aquarium 2

Dance Clubs 1

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