By: Hawaii Tours
Date: February 10, 2020
Each Hawaiian Island features notable landmarks, incredible destinations, and must-see sites. Despite being part of the same island chain, each island features its own charm and character that helps to set it apart as its own unique place. Throughout the islands, there are amazing sites to see, each offering a different vantage point on the island you are visiting, and providing you with scenery that just cannot be beat. Here are some sites to see on each Hawaiian Island.
Oahu
- Kaena Point – the most western point on the island, the area is a nature reserve and bird sanctuary. Requiring a bit of a hike to get to, Kaena Point is well worth it and is a site not seen by most visitors to the island.
- Kailua – the most famous sites of Kailua are Kailua Beach and nearby Lanikai Beach, though the latter is found in a neighborhood and is generally a locals beach. The town itself is charming and there are plenty of places to eat and shop.
- Nu’uanu Pali Lookout – nestled in the Ko’olau Mountains, the Pali Lookout overlooks Windward Oahu and was the site of one of the bloodiest battles during the unification of the Hawaiian Islands.
Maui
- Iao Valley – comprising the West Maui mountains, Iao Valley is incredible wet and shows off the diversity of the island. You’ll find mesmerizing views and waterfalls here!
- Haleakala – the most dominant feature of Maui, Haleakala is South Maui, and the views from the summit are some of the best in Hawaii. Head up for sunrise and you will not be disappointed.
- Lahaina – one of the main towns on Maui, Lahaina is the former capital of the islands and was once the center of the Pacific Whaling industry. Today, shops and restaurants line Front Street, and there are sites around the town that date back to the days of Hawaii’s monarchy.
Big Island
- Mauna Kea – the tallest point in Hawaii, Mauna Kea is an important site throughout Hawaiian history. Today, massive telescopes reside at the snowy summit, and is the best place to view the stars.
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park – to discover Hawaii’s volcanic past, head to the source. The national park features sites that were created by Mt. Kilauea, and is the perfect place to spend a day.
Kauai
- Hanalei Wildlife Refuge – found on the northern shore of Kauai, the refuge was established to conserve endemic plants and a variety of animal species
- Kilauea Lighthouse – the main attraction of the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, the lighthouse stands on a towering peninsula that is 180-feet above the ocean below. Whale watching from the lookout is a great activity, and there are a number of native seabirds that reside within the wildlife refuge.
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