Chris and Masha's Guidebook for Kailua-Kona
Arts & Culture
Hulihe'e Palace
Shows the history of the island.
Sightseeing
Great source of information on the history of the island and Hawaiian culture. The structures are really fun to walk around, and you might even see a turtle. "2 step" has amazing snorkeling and is just next door to it. Just 30 minutes south of us!
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Taman Sejarah Nasional Pu'uhonua O Hōnaunau
State Highway 160 Great source of information on the history of the island and Hawaiian culture. The structures are really fun to walk around, and you might even see a turtle. "2 step" has amazing snorkeling and is just next door to it. Just 30 minutes south of us!
Essentials
Target
74-5455 Makala BlvdThey have everything, decent prices and familiar options.
Good prices, limited produce section. Just 10 minutes away, and usually has everything you need.
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Walmart
75-1015 Henry StGood prices, limited produce section. Just 10 minutes away, and usually has everything you need.
Parks & Nature
Taman Pantai Magic Sands
Ali'i DriveClose by, good waves.
Great for families, beginner snorkelers, and just dipping your toes in the water.
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Kamakahonu Beach
Great for families, beginner snorkelers, and just dipping your toes in the water.
Great beach for kids, or just people who want calm water. Snorkeling here can be great at high tide, parking is limited so go early.
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Kikaua Point Park
Great beach for kids, or just people who want calm water. Snorkeling here can be great at high tide, parking is limited so go early.
Amazing views, sunsets, stargazing, information about the geology of the island, it's freezing cold though!
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Stasiun Informasi Pengunjung Pusat Astronomi Internasional Onizuka
Mauna Kea Access RoadAmazing views, sunsets, stargazing, information about the geology of the island, it's freezing cold though!
Gorgeous, white sand, great waves for boogie boarding, not too far from town, unlimited parking, decent snorkeling on north side.
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Kua Bay
Gorgeous, white sand, great waves for boogie boarding, not too far from town, unlimited parking, decent snorkeling on north side.
It's a volcano! Lava is amazing.
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Taman Nasional Gunung Berapi Hawaii
It's a volcano! Lava is amazing.
Teluk Kahaluu
Ali‘i DriveGreat snorkeling, very close by.
Great sandy beach with plenty of room for everyone. Good waves for boogie boarding and occasional turtles.
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Taman Negara Pantai Hapuna
Old Puako RoadGreat sandy beach with plenty of room for everyone. Good waves for boogie boarding and occasional turtles.
Teluk Kahaluu
Ali‘i DriveShopping
Great prices and quality, membership required. Best gas prices too.
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Costco Wholesale
73-5600 Maiau StGreat prices and quality, membership required. Best gas prices too.
Food Scene
The best "shave ice" on the island, hands down.
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Scandinavian Shave Ice
75-5699 Ali‘i DrThe best "shave ice" on the island, hands down.
Holuakoa Gardens and Cafe
765897 Kona Belt RdAmazing desserts, sandwiches, drinks. The ground are very peaceful and the bread is amazing.
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Punalu'u Bake Shop
95-5642 HI-11Amazing desserts, sandwiches, drinks. The ground are very peaceful and the bread is amazing.
Foster's Kitchen
75-5805 Ali‘i DrGreat food and drinks.
Lots of locals pack this place for their consistently good food.
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Big Island Grill
75-5702 Kuakini HwyLots of locals pack this place for their consistently good food.
Amazingly fresh and tasty food, Mexican/Hawaiian fusion that you must try at least once!
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Loko Wraps
82-6066 Mamalahoa HwyAmazingly fresh and tasty food, Mexican/Hawaiian fusion that you must try at least once!
Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill Kona
75-5995 Kuakini HwyAmazing food with great ambiance!
Black Rock Pizza
82-6127 Hawaiʻi Belt RoadEntertainment & Activities
See the Manta rays up close with a night snorkel.
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Manta Adventures Inc.
74-429 Kealakehe ParkwaySee the Manta rays up close with a night snorkel.