Guidebook for Kailua-Kona
Food Scene
This gem is between mile markers 108 and 109 south of us on Mamalahoha Highway. There meals are delicious and the large portions are easily shared. Green geckos will entertain you while you enjoy the cliff side view.
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The Coffee Shack
83-5799 Mamalahoa HwyThis gem is between mile markers 108 and 109 south of us on Mamalahoha Highway. There meals are delicious and the large portions are easily shared. Green geckos will entertain you while you enjoy the cliff side view.
Start with free parking at the Royal Kona Resort with parking validation. Happy hour 4-6 for good prices on great Mai Tai's and pupus. The seating proudest right out into the Kona Bay for a great sunset experience. Thursday evening provides live Music.
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Don's Mai Tai Bar
75-5852 Ali‘i DrStart with free parking at the Royal Kona Resort with parking validation. Happy hour 4-6 for good prices on great Mai Tai's and pupus. The seating proudest right out into the Kona Bay for a great sunset experience. Thursday evening provides live Music.
Mamma said so and it is a wonderful location right on the water. We love the coconut shrimp.
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Bubba Gump Shrimp Co
75-5776 Ali‘i DrMamma said so and it is a wonderful location right on the water. We love the coconut shrimp.
Their calamari happy hour portions from 2 to 5 PM are delicious and generous.
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Kona Inn Restaurant
75-5744 Ali‘i DrTheir calamari happy hour portions from 2 to 5 PM are delicious and generous.
Evolution Bakery & Cafe
75-5722 Hanama PlThis is a great find for Vegan food.
Parks & Nature
Great snorkeling. Go in the morning when the water is crystal clear. Sit on the rocks to put your mask and fins on and walk on your hands through the shallow water through the channel to keep the water clear.
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Kahaluu Bay
Ali‘i DriveGreat snorkeling. Go in the morning when the water is crystal clear. Sit on the rocks to put your mask and fins on and walk on your hands through the shallow water through the channel to keep the water clear.
Many experienced snorkelers enjoy Two Step more than Kahaluu. This is a 30 minute drive south. The coral is better here but this is for those comfortable in deep water. If you swim past the Aloha spelled out with concrete blocks to the deep blue waters you may encounter spinner dolphins.
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Two Step diving & snorkeling
Many experienced snorkelers enjoy Two Step more than Kahaluu. This is a 30 minute drive south. The coral is better here but this is for those comfortable in deep water. If you swim past the Aloha spelled out with concrete blocks to the deep blue waters you may encounter spinner dolphins.
The nightly star show at the ranger station is amazing. Wear warm clothes because it gets very cold after sunset. Arrive about 30 minutes before sunset to get to the viewing area to watch the sunset. Then stay for the sky tour and look through the telescopes to see Satuns's rings.
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Mauna Kea
The nightly star show at the ranger station is amazing. Wear warm clothes because it gets very cold after sunset. Arrive about 30 minutes before sunset to get to the viewing area to watch the sunset. Then stay for the sky tour and look through the telescopes to see Satuns's rings.
A must do when you drive the north shore. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is required to drive down into the valley.
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Waipio Valley Lookout
A must do when you drive the north shore. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is required to drive down into the valley.
Hapuna Beach State Park
Old Puako RoadBest sandy beach on the Island.
The first time one drives from Waimea up the mountain road number 250 you will drive with anticipation through switchback turns. On a clear day you will encounter beautiful Maui views. Notice the statue of Kamehemeha in Hawi and continue on to the end of the road. The hike down is not too long and I highly recommend for those with good knees.
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Vista tal-Pololu Valley
52-5100 Akoni Pule HwyThe first time one drives from Waimea up the mountain road number 250 you will drive with anticipation through switchback turns. On a clear day you will encounter beautiful Maui views. Notice the statue of Kamehemeha in Hawi and continue on to the end of the road. The hike down is not too long and I highly recommend for those with good knees.
If you are driving to Hilo, this stop is a must. Read the story of the 1946 tsunami. Watch the Pacific crash into the rocks.
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Laupāhoehoe Point
If you are driving to Hilo, this stop is a must. Read the story of the 1946 tsunami. Watch the Pacific crash into the rocks.
The falls are nice and the walk to them is enjoyable but don't forget to stop at Mr. Ed's in Honomu. In Honomu continue on the main street just past the turn to Akaka Falls and you will find the most amazing Banyon trees. Their shade drops the temperature by 10 degrees.
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Park Nazzjonali tal-Bini tal-Akaka
875 Akaka Falls RdThe falls are nice and the walk to them is enjoyable but don't forget to stop at Mr. Ed's in Honomu. In Honomu continue on the main street just past the turn to Akaka Falls and you will find the most amazing Banyon trees. Their shade drops the temperature by 10 degrees.
You may want to plan one night on the east side of the island to enjoy the park after sunset.
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Park Nazzjonali tal-Volcanoes tal-Hawaii
You may want to plan one night on the east side of the island to enjoy the park after sunset.
Arts & Culture
If you go to Two Step this is an educational side stop.
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St Benedict Catholic Church
84-5140 Painted Church RdIf you go to Two Step this is an educational side stop.
Essentials
KTA Super Stores
74-5594 Palani RdKTA Super Stores
74-5594 Palani RdGetting Around
Dollar Car Rental
73-200 Kupipi St