Guidebook for Kailua-Kona
Drinks & Nightlife
Huggo's
75-5828 Kahakai RdFood is great, and you can't beat the waterfront setting!
Kona Inn Restaurant
75-5744 Ali‘i DrGreat food and located in the center of Kona.
if you are in Waikaloa, this is a GO TO! amazing sunsets on the beach, try the kailua pork
171 locals recommend
Lava Lava Beach Club
69-1081 Ku'uali'i Plif you are in Waikaloa, this is a GO TO! amazing sunsets on the beach, try the kailua pork
Food Scene
Da Poke Shack
76-6246 Ali‘i DriveBest poke on the island, and its right across the street
Foster's Kitchen
75-5805 Ali‘i DrExcellent food, panoramic views
Basik Cafe
75-5831 Kahakai RdHealthy great breakfast. Vegan options if desired.
Great breakfast and baked items, Hidden gem! European-trained owner, no wifi so you chat with the other friendly folks there. Local place.
20 locals recommend
Tea:licious Cafe
75-159 Lunapule RdGreat breakfast and baked items, Hidden gem! European-trained owner, no wifi so you chat with the other friendly folks there. Local place.
Foster's Kitchen
75-5805 Ali‘i DrGreat restaurant!
Great walkabvle restaurant. patio dining right over Magic Sands Beach
91 locals recommend
Magics Beach Grill
77-6452 Ali‘i DrGreat walkabvle restaurant. patio dining right over Magic Sands Beach
Sightseeing
Waimea
stunning views, much cooler climate.
Ocean Safaris Kayak Adventures
78-7128 Kaleiopapa StGuided tour in some of Hawaii's most scenic bays and waterways
These guys have a great snorkeling tour of historic Kealakua Bay, where Captain Cook was killed in a misunderstanding with native population some 300 years ago. This is some of the best snorkeling we have ever done - we saw so much sea life!
49 locals recommend
Fair Wind Cruises
78-7130 Kaleiopapa StThese guys have a great snorkeling tour of historic Kealakua Bay, where Captain Cook was killed in a misunderstanding with native population some 300 years ago. This is some of the best snorkeling we have ever done - we saw so much sea life!
Entertainment & Activities
Manta Ray Dives of Hawaii
74-380 Kealakehe Pkwysnorkeling with these gentle giants is amazing!!
Parks & Nature
These guys have amazing tours. Check out the Mauna /kea /summit & Starts small Group Adventure tour - travel up at sunset, then stargazing!!
21 locals recommend
Hawaii Forest & Trail Kona Headquarters
73-5593 Olowalu StThese guys have amazing tours. Check out the Mauna /kea /summit & Starts small Group Adventure tour - travel up at sunset, then stargazing!!
Our favorite beach!!! gentle surf, white sand beach. Plus you can walk to the bar in Hapuna Pince (Westin) and get a mai tai!
174 locals recommend
Hapuna Beach State Park
Old Puako RoadOur favorite beach!!! gentle surf, white sand beach. Plus you can walk to the bar in Hapuna Pince (Westin) and get a mai tai!
Family Adventure Tour. Paddle and coast on a 4 person inflatable kayak thru a very picturesque irrigation canal. short nature hike to get to the put-in. great sights, waterfalls, etc. You will float thru 10 tunnels, cross over 7 flumes, and pass vibrant native flora and fauna.
12 locals recommend
Flumin’ Kohala
55-517 Hawi RdFamily Adventure Tour. Paddle and coast on a 4 person inflatable kayak thru a very picturesque irrigation canal. short nature hike to get to the put-in. great sights, waterfalls, etc. You will float thru 10 tunnels, cross over 7 flumes, and pass vibrant native flora and fauna.
Kohala Zipline
55-515 Hawi RdZiplines!!! Need we say more? 9 lines in a very scenic area!
You've heard all about this still-active volcano! Come and check it out up close! Very safe, and very interesting!
10 locals recommend
Kīlauea
1 Crater Rim DriveYou've heard all about this still-active volcano! Come and check it out up close! Very safe, and very interesting!
Great boogie boarding, only 1 mile from Kona Bali Kai. Walk, take the Trolley, or drive.
181 locals recommend
Magic Sands Beach Park
Ali'i DriveGreat boogie boarding, only 1 mile from Kona Bali Kai. Walk, take the Trolley, or drive.
Walking distance snorkeling! About 1 mile from Kona Bali Kai. Walk, bike, take the trolley, or drive.
239 locals recommend
Kahaluu Bay
Ali‘i DriveWalking distance snorkeling! About 1 mile from Kona Bali Kai. Walk, bike, take the trolley, or drive.
Arts & Culture
Holualoa is a beautiful artist colony just above Konas in the coffee belt. While great all the time, especially check them out on the First Friday of the month at 6 pm for a downtown Gallery Stroll!!
Holualoa Artist Colony
Holualoa is a beautiful artist colony just above Konas in the coffee belt. While great all the time, especially check them out on the First Friday of the month at 6 pm for a downtown Gallery Stroll!!
A wonderful way to learn about some of the rich history and culture of the Big Island. This half-day tour begins at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. See www.adventureinhawaii.com for more information
67 locals recommend
Hulihe'e Palace
A wonderful way to learn about some of the rich history and culture of the Big Island. This half-day tour begins at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. See www.adventureinhawaii.com for more information
Traditional dinner and show featuring a buffet of local food, dancing, fire dancing, and hula girls. So much fun for young and old!
23 locals recommend
Island Breeze Luau
75-5660 Palani RdTraditional dinner and show featuring a buffet of local food, dancing, fire dancing, and hula girls. So much fun for young and old!
Shopping
Kona Farmers Market
75-5767 Ali‘i DrGreat tropical fresh fruits, handicrafts, and more!
Kona International Market
74-5533 Luhia StGreat local artisan created items and souvenirs
If you need to rent anything for the beach or island, check these folks out! snorkels, fins, boards, bikes, etc.
7 locals recommend
Boss Frog's Snorkel, Bike & Beach Rentals
75-5725 Ali‘i DrIf you need to rent anything for the beach or island, check these folks out! snorkels, fins, boards, bikes, etc.