Things to do in Holualoa

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Pu\'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park featuring a statue or sculpture

Holualoa Attractions

There's something quite delightful about smaller cities. Whether you're heading off to Holualoa for a weekend escape or you're staying a bit longer, it won't take you long to fall in love with this destination. In fact, with so many thrilling things to do and interesting sights to see, you probably won't want to leave!

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience Departing from Oahu

Activity duration is 12 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $590 per adult
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Water activities

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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 129 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $94 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Activity duration is 5 days
7.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $35 per traveler*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $261 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Captain Cook Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

Captain Cook Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 135 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $189 per adult
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What to do in Holualoa

Things to Do in Holualoa with Kids

There's fun for the whole family in Holualoa. Here are some family friendly experiences you can enjoy together that will make your break memorable:

 

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Lava tube from an active shield volcano in the island of Hawaii. Hualalai volcano is the third youngest and third most active that formed the island.

Hualālai

4.5/5(105 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hualālai and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Holualoa. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.

Hualālai
Learning how the roast is perfected with Hula Daddy owner.

Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation during your stay in Holualoa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.

Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation
This is the cutest little coffee farm! Mauka Meadows lets you walk around and explore and then gives free coffee samples.. With this view. 😍

Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm

Enjoy an outing to Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm during your stay in Holualoa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area, or seek out the snorkeling spots.

Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm
Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden featuring a garden

Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden

Discover the origins of Hawaii’s vibrant flora at this peaceful botanical garden.

Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden

Kona Le'a Plantation

4.5/5(36 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Kona Le'a Plantation during your stay in Honalo. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Kona Le'a Plantation

Big Island Country Club

Play a round of golf in Holualoa at Big Island Country Club, and enjoy other activities such as snorkeling. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Big Island Country Club

UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate during your stay in Holualoa. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate

Donkey Mill Art Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Donkey Mill Art Center during your travels in Kailua-Kona. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Donkey Mill Art Center

Ipu Hale Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ipu Hale Gallery during your trip to Holualoa. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

Ipu Hale Gallery

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Holualoa

Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden featuring a park and tropical scenes

Holualoa Village

While visiting Holualoa Village, you might make a stop by sights like Honl's Beach and Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden.

Holualoa Village
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Popular day trips from Holualoa

Kailua-Kona showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sunset

Kailua-Kona

Kealakekua showing hiking or walking and tranquil scenes as well as a couple

Kealakekua

Keauhou

Keauhou

Photo by Ryne D

Honalo

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park showing signage

Kalaoa

Frequently asked questions

Is Holualoa worth visiting?
Known for its gift and craft shops and hiking, finding awesome things to do in Holualoa is a cinch. Don't forget to add Hualālai to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Holualoa?
Start your sightseeing with a visit to Kailua Pier and Hualālai. Then, check out other parts of Holualoa for local dining and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Holualoa?
You can't go home without visiting Hualālai, ranked the top tourist attraction in Holualoa.
Is three days enough to stay in Holualoa?
Book a getaway in Holualoa for three days and you'll easily be able to explore its major sights and get a feel for the local way of life. For the chance to see attractions in the surrounding areas and venture away from the tourist trail, consider sticking around for a week or more.
What are some activities to do in Holualoa with kids?
Planning what to do in Holualoa with kids has never been easier. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Holualoa for adults?
Kona Brewing Company and Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory are just two of the things to do in Holualoa. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Holualoa?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Holualoa is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without taking your wallet out. Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.