Great little museum stocked full of Kauai history. It will take you about 2 hours and you do need…read moreto take your time. Very clean and nice gift shop. Your ticket is good for another visit within the week. Very educational on not just Kauai but also Hawaii in general.

This museum is full of great exhibits, but it was so crowded the day we went due to rain! There…read morewere areas I would have loved to be a little bit more spread out so we could take it all in as my two sons (8 and 12) are huge history buffs and could have spent hours looking at every single artifact. My father instilled a true appreciation for Hawaiian culture and history in me and I'm proud that my sons are taking interest as well. This museum spans many aspects so get ready to go slow and enjoy. We appreciated so much of this museum and wish everyone visits when they come to Kauai!

Book this tour the moment you arrive on the island. We've heard it's a must see…read more We tried to book a tour days before departure. Unfortunately, they were completely full for the remaining days of our visiting. Our loss. Next time. Four stars & many thanks to the associate who promptly returned my call.

The site was very pretty and the staff was knowledgeable and helpful. This was a nice way to spend…read morea couple hours and learn about the history of this family and sugar cane.

The Allerton Garden Guided Tour was a wonderful and memorable activity during our Mini-moon! Even…read morethe shuttle ride to the garden provided breathtaking views of the coast and gardens from above. The garden was filled with impressive and well maintained tropical plants I had never seen in person before. Another highlight on the tour were filming locations for Jurassic Park and Pirates of the Caribbean. Plenty of great photo opportunities. Our tour guide was warm, friendly, and knowledgeable. But as a warning, Definitely bring bug spray with you, as I got bit a LOT (even while wearing and reapplying bug spray!) I wish I had worn leggings or pants instead of shorts. Also, bring a refillable water bottle and wear comfortable sneakers!

Ron was amazing! He is the best tour guide I have had ever and I have been on many tours. He was…read morecharismatic, funny, very energetic and I loved his pidgin style. He was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of history about the garden and of Hawaii. He gave us some treats from the land during the tour and was very helpful with taking our pictures. He even had a dinosaur puppet. I 100% recommend Ron as a tour guide. We did the best of both worlds tour and I highly recommend it.

BE WARNED: This cultural center museum is located inside of the Grand Hyatt Kaua'i Resort which…read morecharges for parking. According to Hyatt's website, "Hawaiian Cultural Center, Ke Kumu o Hihinui offers weekly, hands-on classes in hula, ukulele, and the making of flower lei, kukui nut bracelets, pua hulu (feather flower), and more. Stop by to talk story with our Manager of Hawaiian Culture, Moani, you're sure to leave with a deeper connection to Hawaiian culture. Located on the main breezeway between the lobby and Anara Spa." There is a main exhibit room with museum cases and placards and then throughout the resort there are exhibits with artefacts behind glass and little placards with information about the items. Unfortunately when we were looking to visit the museum room portion of the center, it was closed on a Sunday and there are no hours currently posted. Visited: January 2023

Located on Northern Kauai, this lighthouse and reserve are an amazing and must see location. It is…read morelocated in Kilauea, off the main road through some residential areas. The road dead ends near an overlook with tight parking, but you can see out and down to the ocean and the walls are covered with birds of all types. A gate stops you from entering the grounds of the reserve and lighthouse. If you go to recreation.gov you can make reservations to visit, there is usually a fee, but we came on a free day. Past the gate, you drive down a steep drive to a parking area with government buildings. You then walk out to the ranger station, gift shop and lighthouse area. This is a historical location which should be explored. It is also a reserve for animals and you will mostly see the birds and learn about them. You can get your national park stamp and visit the gift shop. Lots to see, and I would add this as a must see on Kauai! You will have to plan ahead to get your reservation.

Located on the northernmost tip of Kauai, Kilauea Lighthouse was built in 1913 and served as a…read morebeacon for traveling ships approaching the island. Nowadays, although outdated and no longer in service, this lighthouse still serves as a popular beacon for tourists visiting one of the most frequently visited attractions on the island. Situated within the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, you'll have to pay admissions in order to enter. We serendipitously showed up on one of the admission-free day without even realizing it, so was only subject to the $1 reservation fee. There are several parking lots after you pay, all of which fill up fast. However, the ranger will direct you where to find available spots. The walk to the lighthouse will treat you to some breathtaking views of the cliffs and water below. And if you're lucky, some nice variety of marine life in addition to the plethora of birds flying around. We happened to see a swimming sea turtle at one point at the cliffs below thanks to the crystal-clear Hawaii waters. And although you can walk right up to the lighthouse to take pictures, entrance into the lighthouse itself is barred as they have suspended tours inside.

The mission is pretty incredible. The tour guide seems pretty nice, but you have to take off your…read moreshoes.

A must stop if you are interested in the history of the missionaries in Hawaii. The house is a…read morestep back in time and it is amazing that it survives today but only due to the generosity of the descendants of the original missionaries. Many original pieces of furniture and furnishing are still in their original places. It is a little hard to find but is behind the green church in Hanalei, so just walk from the road across the grass to the white fence. Also, it is only open a few days each week so plan ahead.

Everything was so great! The location was beautiful - green and lush! The employees all were…read morefriendly and inviting! The food was delicious with plenty to eat even for seconds!! The show was terrific - the performers were excellent, the story telling was amazing, the musicians were so talented, and the length of show was perfect! I highly recommend Gaylord's luau for all ages!!

My wife had the ahi poke stack, and was almost uneatable. Full of ligaments within the ahi where…read moreit was difficult to eat. I know good sashimi, and this was not it. We told the server and the response we got was "I'll tell the kitchen". No offer to replace or take off the bill. We also left a comment card, but heard nothing. Other food was good. Ahi stack was terrible

Beautiful botanical gardens in Kauai with ties to Sonoma County and the Schultz family!…read more We did the self-guided tour, only available on Thursdays. Spent a little over an hour walking through the beautifully-maintained and peaceful property, admiring the colorful plants and playful sculptures. Docents were scattered around the property and happily shared lots of intel and stories. Sue, the Spice Girl, was a hit!

Gorgeous natural reserve botanical garden that is easy to walk through…read more Soul enriching peaceful beauty.

We recently stayed at the Grand Hyatt Resort in Kauai, which had the amazing Aaron Feinberg Photo…read moreGallery. My wife and I walked in and were in awe of Aaron's beautiful photo art of Kauai. Aaron was very welcoming and answered every question we had about his photos. We ended up purchasing 3 of his photos! In a few weeks , they arrived to our home in Rancho Cucamonga, CA and they look fabulous on our wall. These were the best souvenirs we could have purchased while on the island. We highly recommend you stop by and see the beauty Aaron has captured through his lens if you too vacation in Kauai. You won't be disappointed.

I recently purchased a custom Artist Proof Edition 40x120 piece from aFeinberg Gallery for my wife…read moreto celebrate our anniversary. We spent our honeymoon in Kauai & have visited every year since. The entire experience was exceptional. Aaron Feinberg personally helped me choose the perfect print option and even accommodated a change I wanted to make shortly after placing the order. He was incredibly flexible, communicative, and made sure I felt informed and comfortable throughout the process. So much so that I ordered a second piece of art! Haha After years of visiting Kauai and admiring his incredible galleries, I've always aspired to own one of Aaron's pieces--and now I finally will!! I'm truly thankful for his guidance and support in making this dream a reality. The art itself is stunning, and the experience of working with Aaron made it even more meaningful. Highly recommend both his work and visiting the gallery!

A total gem! Friendly and informative service with truly beautiful pieces. Very happy we stopped by.read more

If you are looking for beautiful art and craftsmanship as a souvenir, I'd suggest going to Havaiki…read more It's such a beautiful shop that seems like a museum. They have Hawaiian and Oceanic art that are both old and new. You can spend hours looking at each piece in detail. Many of the pieces have amazing stories behind them and the newer ones are from local Hawaiian artist and craftsman. The staff member I spoke to was kind and let me roam freely while explaining which items were made locally. Overall I think that if you want to take home a souvenir that's authentic, beautiful and with great meaning, this is a place to check out and buy from.