Kauai Tourist Attractions

Information about Kauai's must see sights

The island of Kauai offers exciting outdoors attractions ranging from snorkeling on the island's remote beaches to sightseeing breathtaking Waimea canyon. The island is much less developed than Oahu and tourists can enjoy its private and serene lifestyle to Kauai tourists and visitors. Outdoor/nature enthusiasts will love the island's numerous outdoor activities and un-crowded setting.

Attractions in Kauai

Spouting Horn - Located on Kauai's west side, Spouting Horn offers visitors a view of Hawaii's natural wonders where a hole in the shelf produces a blast of sea spray 30-50 feet into the air. This blowhole is situated on a rocky shelf where pounding surf provides the blowhole with its spray. Tourists will find a number of photo opportunities here.

Kauai Museum - The museum features ancient Hawaiian artifact galleries which include poi pounders, outrigger canoes, and other Polynesian implements and tools. The museum also features a rotating collection from World War II, works of art, and Hawaiian library and archival materials.

Poipu Beach Park - Poipu Beach on the west side of the island is a perfect place for diving, snorkeling, swimming, or surfing. It is not uncommon to see a few endangered Hawaiian monk seals basking in the sun at one of Kauai's popular beaches.

Hanalei Bay - The rural town of Hanalei on Kauai's north shore features a number of beautiful white sand beaches, fertile agricultural land used to grow taro (vegetable food), and a few shops and eateries. This quiet town is home to the best surf on Kauai during the winter months when large north Pacific swells roll through its outer reefs.

Haena State Park - Take Highway 560 and travel north until you hit the end of the road. You'll find Haena State Park and a few breathtaking and remote beaches. There are a few protected lagoons perfect for swimming and snorkeling but caution should be used in this area due to strong currents, rocks, cliffs, steep drop offs, and waves. Also keep in mind that the ocean is extremely rough during the winter months as large open ocean swells pound Kauai's northern coast.

Na Pali Coast - The island of Kauai offers an incredible sight comprised of cliffs rising 3000 feet along its northern shore. This rugged coast is only accessible by foot through the Kalalau trail. You can also find guided kayak tours offering a scenic journey with towering cliffs overhead.

Smith's Family Garden Luau - A Hawaiian celebration of food, music, hula, and other Hawaiian traditions situated near the historic Wailua River. Visitors attending this Kauai attraction will experience Hawaiian culture and learn about ancient Polynesian cooking methods.