Kauaʻi Regions
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Regions of Kauaʻi
Picturesque waterfalls, canyons, bays, and golf courses are intertwined with the conveniences of a luxurious tropical vacation. Kauaʻi's regions can feel remote but still offer proximity to shops, restaurants, and activities. Nature excursions, relaxation and outdoor sports are top draws on the island of Kauaʻi.
Regions of Kauaʻi
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This towering falls is an incredible sight (and photo opportunity) during your East Side adventure.
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One of Hawaiʻi's only navigable rivers offers plenty of fun for kayakers and other paddlers.
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The oceanfront town at the gateway to Waimea Canyon is a fun stop during your West Side adventure.
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The family-friendly Poʻipū Beach Park on Kauaʻi’s South Shore was once voted “America’s Best Beach.”
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Spouting Horn Park features a blowhole that’s one of the most photographed spots on Kauaʻi.
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Allerton Garden is home to the giant Moreton Figs made famous in the film "Jurassic Park," and both gardens feature a wide variety of trails and plant species.
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Located in Līhuʻe, the Kauaʻi Museum features amazing collections from the artisans of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau.
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According to legend, the Menehune built ʻAlakoko Fishpond on Kauaʻi’s southeast shore in one night.
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Past Līhuʻe is Kilohana, a restored 1930s-era plantation estate renowned for hosting one of the island’s most iconic lūʻau.
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Founded in 1864, this 100-acre sugar plantation museum in Līhuʻe provides a fascinating look into Kauaʻi’s plantation past.
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Home to dramatic natural beauty like the cliffs of the Nāpali Coast, this area is an outdoor lover's paradise.
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Kauaʻi's East Side is sometimes called the Coconut Coast for the groves of coconut palms that grow there.
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The island's government and commercial center is surrounded by natural wonders like Wailua Falls.
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You'll find sites with cultural, historical and geological significance alongside beautiful beaches on the South Shore.
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Discover charming, art-filled Hanapēpē Town, the scenic vistas of Kōkeʻe State Park, and much more.
Learn MoreDriving Times from Līhuʻe Airport (LIH)
- Hanapēpē: 35 minutes
- Kalalau Lookout: 1 hour, 30 minutes
- Kōloa: 25 minutes
- Poʻipū: 30 minutes
- Princeville: 1 hour
- Wailua: 15 minutes
- Waimea Canyon: 1 hour, 15 minutes
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