Best Places to Visit in Hawaii
Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Hawaii with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Hawaii sites or check out the sites in another state.
You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Hawaii that have become local favorites easily with our site.
We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Hawaii whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.
Pacific Tsunami Museum
Hilo, HI
The goals of the Pacific Tsunami Museum (PTM) are to promote public tsunami education for the people of Hawai’i and visitors worldwide, preserve the social and cultural history of Hawai’i, and serve as a living memorial to those who lost their lives in past tsunami events.
Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
Papaikou, HI
The Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden is a museum of living plants that attracts photographers, gardeners, botanists, scientists, and nature lovers from around the world. The Garden’s collection of tropical plants is international in scope. Over 2,000 species, representing more than 125 families and 750 genera, are found in this one-of-a-kind garden.
Honolulu Museum of Art
Honolulu, HI
Founded in 1927, the Honolulu Museum of Art is Hawai‘i’s largest private presenter of visual arts programs, with an internationally recognized collection of more than 50,000 works spanning 5,000 years. In addition, film and concert programs, lectures, art classes and workshops make the museum the city’s cultural hub.
Wet N Wild Hawaii
Kapolei, HI
Set on 29 acres in lush, tropical surrounds in Kapolei, Oahu’s “second city”, the all-new Wet’n’Wild water park delivers over 25 rides and attractions for families and thrill-seekers alike. While adrenaline addicts can enjoy slides such as Tornado, which catapults riders through a 130-foot tunnel into the swirling, raging waters and down into a splash down pool, the park also features tamer attractions such as the relaxing Kapolei Kooler, a winding lazy river; Water World, an interactive children’s area filled with fountains, water cannons, mini-slides and a dumping bucket; and Hawaiian Waters, a 400,000-gallon wave pool.
Maui Ocean Center
Wailuku, HI
Maui Ocean Center, Top-Rated Attraction in Hawai’i (Zagat Survey’s U.S. Family Travel Guide), provides an up close view of Hawaiian Marine Life without getting wet. Maui Ocean Center, the Hawaiian Aquarium, is a great activity during any vacation to Maui, whether a family vacation, a romantic honeymoon, a relaxing retreat or an adventurous tour. Maui Ocean Center complements many of Maui’s most popular activities, including snorkel trips and whale watches.
Polynesian Cultural Center
Laie, HI
The Polynesian Cultural Center is a unique treasure created to preserve, perpetuate and share with the world all the beauty, enchantment & love found here in these isles of the South Pacific. With its large lagoon, waterfalls, lush tropical flora, and an “erupting” volcano, the Polynesian Cultural Center captures all the romance and excitement of the South Pacific islands.
‘Iolani Place
Honolulu, HI
‘Iolani Palace, the official residence of Hawaii’s monarchy, is a marvel of opulence, innovation, and political intrigue. Meticulously restored to its former grandeur, this National Historic Landmark in downtown Honolulu tells of a time when their Majesties, King Kalākaua, who built it in 1882, and his sister and successor, Queen Lili‘uokalani, walked its celebrated halls.
Friendship Garden
45-219 Kokokahi Pl, HI
High above Kaneohe Bay on ten beautiful acres of trees, flowers, birds and solitude is Friendship Garden. Rich in history. Full of beauty. A place of quiet. A special corner of paradise.
Paradise Cove
Kapolei, HI
Serving Hawaii’s malihini (guests) and kama’aina (locals) for more than 20 years, Paradise Cove is one of the largest and most respected luau shows in Hawai’i. Located at the beautiful Ko Olina Resort on the leeward coast of O’ahu, Paradise Cove features brilliant sunset views from theirr 12-oceanfront acres.
Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo
Hilo, HI
The Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens, is the only naturally occurring tropical rain forest zoo in the United States. It is home to more than 80 animal species including Giant Anteaters, American Alligators and two Bengal Tigers, a white Bengal tiger named Tzatziki and an orange Bengal tiger named Sriracha. The zoo opened in 1978 and features exhibits that are designed to maximize and blend with the natural vegetation of the Pana‘ewa Forest Reserve, which gets more than 125 inches of rain a year.
