Melvin's Guidebook

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Melvin's Guidebook

Water Park

Wet’n’Wild Hawaii is Oahu’s top 10 most visited family attraction on the island and voted Best of Honolulu Magazine’s "Best Family Attraction" is also the new home of Chief's Luau - Hawaii's highest rated luau. Located in Kapolei, Oahu’s "Second City", the park features more than 25 exhilarating attractions. Nestled on 29-acres in lush tropical landscaping and natural cliffs, you will find a different adventure in each corner ideal for families and thrill seekers alike. Rent a tube –If it's a slow day you really might not need to, but if you want to skip the first line at most tube rides, it will be well worth it.
91 locals recommend
Wet 'n' Wild Hawaii
400 Farrington Hwy
91 locals recommend
Wet’n’Wild Hawaii is Oahu’s top 10 most visited family attraction on the island and voted Best of Honolulu Magazine’s "Best Family Attraction" is also the new home of Chief's Luau - Hawaii's highest rated luau. Located in Kapolei, Oahu’s "Second City", the park features more than 25 exhilarating attractions. Nestled on 29-acres in lush tropical landscaping and natural cliffs, you will find a different adventure in each corner ideal for families and thrill seekers alike. Rent a tube –If it's a slow day you really might not need to, but if you want to skip the first line at most tube rides, it will be well worth it.

LUAU

All You Care to Eat Polynesian Buffet Participate in Polynesian Arts and Crafts Trip Advisor's #1 Rated Luau in the Entire State of Hawaii Spectacular Show Featuring Songs and Dances from the South Pacific Islands Couple's Celebration Stage with The Chief Singing Under a Canopy of Fire Torches Grand Finale' Featuring 12 Champion Fire Knife Dancers
37 locals recommend
Chief's Luau
400 Farrington Hwy
37 locals recommend

Sightseeing

105 locals recommend
Byodo-In Temple
47-200 Kahekili Hwy
105 locals recommend
28 locals recommend
Mermaid Caves
Keaulana Avenue
28 locals recommend
135 locals recommend
Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens
45-680 Luluku Rd
135 locals recommend
Tantalus Lookout Puu Ualakaa State Park
Nutridge Street
116 locals recommend
50 locals recommend
Kualoa Regional Park
49-479 Kamehameha Hwy
50 locals recommend

Shopping

Setting the standard for shopping, dining and entertainment in West O‘ahu, Ka Makana Ali‘i is an outdoor, mixed-use center that celebrates the vibrant community and our host Hawaiian culture in a deep and powerful way. The first and only regional shopping center in West O‘ahu with specialty and department stores, Ka Makana Ali‘i delivers world-class brands to residents and visitors alike.
89 locals recommend
Ka Makana Ali'i
91-5431 Kapolei Pkwy
89 locals recommend
Setting the standard for shopping, dining and entertainment in West O‘ahu, Ka Makana Ali‘i is an outdoor, mixed-use center that celebrates the vibrant community and our host Hawaiian culture in a deep and powerful way. The first and only regional shopping center in West O‘ahu with specialty and department stores, Ka Makana Ali‘i delivers world-class brands to residents and visitors alike.
Down to Earth Organic & Natural - Kapolei
4460 Kapolei Pkwy
31 locals recommend

Food scene

Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Ko Olina
92-1048 Olani St
162 locals recommend
27 locals recommend
Mina's Fish House
92-1001 Olani St
27 locals recommend
22 locals recommend
Noe
92-1001 Olani St
22 locals recommend
56 locals recommend
Roy's
92-1220 Ali'inui Dr
56 locals recommend
11 locals recommend
Restaurant 604
57 Arizona Memorial Dr
11 locals recommend
114 locals recommend
Haleiwa Joe's Haiku Gardens
46-336 Haiku Rd
114 locals recommend
51 locals recommend
Roy's Beach House
57-091 Kamehameha Hwy
51 locals recommend
9 locals recommend
53 By The Sea
53 Ahui St
9 locals recommend
6 locals recommend
Gaslamp
26 Ho'olai St
6 locals recommend
25 locals recommend
Nalu Health Bar & Cafe
131 Hekili St
25 locals recommend
15 locals recommend
Yanagi Sushi
762 Kapiolani Blvd
15 locals recommend
10 locals recommend
Azure
2259 Kalakaua Ave
10 locals recommend
6 locals recommend
Eating House 1849 Waikiki
2330 Kalakaua Ave
6 locals recommend
7 locals recommend
Liliha Bakery Waikiki
2330 Kalākaua Avenue
7 locals recommend
50 locals recommend
Cream Pot
444 Niu St
50 locals recommend
43 locals recommend
Island Vintage Coffee
2301 Kalakaua Ave
43 locals recommend
28 locals recommend
Wolfgang's Steakhouse
2301 Kalakaua Ave
28 locals recommend
8 locals recommend
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine
227 Lewers St
8 locals recommend
57 locals recommend
Roy's Waikiki
226 Lewers St
57 locals recommend
58 locals recommend
Hula Grill Waikiki
2335 Kalakaua Ave
58 locals recommend
33 locals recommend
Eggs 'n Things Saratoga
343 Saratoga Rd
33 locals recommend
Mugen
2452 Kalakaua Ave
100 locals recommend
LuLu's Waikiki
2586 Kalakaua Ave
100 locals recommend
176 locals recommend
Marukame Udon Waikiki
2310 Kūhiō Ave.
176 locals recommend
19 locals recommend
Hideout
2299 Kūhiō Ave.
19 locals recommend
33 locals recommend
Maui Brewing Co. Waikiki
2300 Kalakaua Ave
33 locals recommend
11 locals recommend
100 Sails Restaurant & Bar
100 Holomoana St
11 locals recommend
8 locals recommend
Noi Thai Cuisine
2301 Kalakaua Ave
8 locals recommend
Waikiki Food Hall Co.
2301 Kalākaua Avenue

Beaches

45 locals recommend
Ko Olina Lagoon 4
45 locals recommend
23 locals recommend
Hawaiian Electric Beach Park
92-201 Farrington Hwy
23 locals recommend
104 locals recommend
Makana Beach
Farrington Hwy
104 locals recommend
389 locals recommend
Waimea Bay Beach
389 locals recommend
Secret Island

Adventure Park

19 locals recommend
Coral Crater Adventure Park
91-1780 Midway St
19 locals recommend