For people who want to bring a piece of Hawai'i back to the mainland but don't have the money for an original Wyland painting, there's this place. All kinds of special arts and crafts from the islands are for sale at affordable prices. Choose from reproduced watercolors, maps of the islands, black and white photos of famous surfers of old, or other island themed works. Lots of three-dimensional art is also available. Candles, glassware and sculptures are displayed on the shelves.
Miles of unblemished sand are abutted by crystal-clear, turquoise waters at this beach, which is one of Hawaii's finest. Burrowed in the startlingly beautiful Paniolo countryside in southeastern Hawaii, this quaint beach beckons with its magical and serene aura. One of the many jewels of Oahu, the beach is accentuated with groves of towering, emerald trees. The underwater view of the beach looks like something out of a dream, with clear turquoise waters housing a wealth of kaleidoscopic rocks and shells. The beach is nestled within close proximity to the Waimanalo Beach Park, which is a spectacularly scenic sight. Backdropped by magnificent, verdant mounts, this beach is a true gem on the Hawaiian coast.
A private beach near the intersection of Kahala Avenue and Hunakai Street, the Hunakai Beach is a well-kept secret of the neighborhood. Pearly-white sand, pristine waters and well-behaved currents offer a wonderful retreat to those looking for some peace and quiet. Untouched by the commercial crowds, make sure to get our own supply of towels, food and other necessary items as there are no shops around. Perfect for a quick dip or romantic walk with your beloved, Hunakai Beach is a must visit.
Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum provides a fascinating look into Hawai'i's colorful past. Established in 1889 by Charles Reed Bishop for his wife, the last descendant of the Kamehameha family, the museum has multiple permanent and special exhibits. From diverse subjects including Hawai'ian royalty to hands on science exhibits to contemporary works by native American artists, it contains an array of artifacts.
Located within the expansive Koko Head crater, the Koko Crater Botanical Garden stretches across 60 acres (24.28 hectares) of this space, converting the dry land into a delightful vegetation-filled area. Upon entering the garden, visitors are welcomed with colorful plants like bougainvillea and plumeria. Walk further in, and you can peruse vast species of dryland plants, local varieties as well those sourced from around the globe. The Koko Crater Botanical Garden was set up in 1958 and it continues to evolve, surprising guests with something new every time they visit.
Nestled between two mountain ranges—the Waianae and Ko'olau—this 27-acre garden is considered the "tropical jewel" of Honolulu's botanical gardens. Its history dates back to a 1920s attempt by sugar planters to create an experimental arboretum. Tours through the garden reveal a stretch of land devoted to plants that thrive in a humid, cool tropical climate. Both guided and solo tours are available. Explore a magical, lovely, sweet-smelling rainforest, in which exotic tropical blooms flourish. Entrance to the garden is free.