Beaches, Hikes, Gardens Honolulu

Friendship Garden

Hawaii, Kaneohe · Friendship Garden · 45-219 Kokokahi Pl, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA

10-acre hiking area in a serene forest offering lower & upper loop trails, plus sweeping views.

Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden

Hawaii, Kaneohe · Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden · 45-680 Luluku Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA

400 acres of tropical plants along with a man-made freshwater lake, hiking trails & camping.

Waimānalo Country Farms

Hawaii, Waimanalo · Waimānalo Country Farms · 41-225 Lupe St, Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA

Family-friendly venue featuring a petting zoo, a hayride, and scenic sunflower fields.

Foster Botanical Garden

Downtown, Honolulu · Foster Botanical Garden · 50 N Vineyard Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA

14-acre garden offering a unique & tranquil space for tropical plants, orchids & cycads since 1853.

Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout

Hawaii, Kaneohe · Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout · Nuuanu Pali Dr, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA

Historic site marking a 1795 battle, featuring sweeping coastal cliff & mountain peak views.

Lulumahu Falls

Nuuanu - Punchbowl, Honolulu · Lulumahu Falls · 4459 HI-61, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA

Unofficial, unmarked trail that crosses the creek through a bamboo forest leading to Lulumahu Falls.

Lanikai Pillbox Trail

Hawaii, Kailua · Lanikai Pillbox Trail · 265 Kaelepulu Dr, Kailua, HI 96734, USA

This short, sometimes narrow trail features 2 military bunkers & a panoramic view of Lanikai Beach.

Mt. Olomana Trail (Three Peaks)

Hawaii, Kailua · Mt. Olomana Trail (Three Peaks) · Loop Rd, Kailua, HI 96734, USA

Challenging trail featuring 360-degree views and climbs over ridges and boulders.

Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail

Hawaii Kai, Waimanalo · Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail · Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail, Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA

Natural hiking area with paved trail & overlook, ocean views, lighthouse & whale-watching potential.

Lānaʻi Lookout

Hawaii Kai, Honolulu · Lānaʻi Lookout · 8102 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Popular lookout point featuring panoramic views of the ocean, cliffs & neighboring islands.

Koko Crater Railway Trailhead

Hawaii Kai, Honolulu · Koko Crater Railway Trailhead · 7604 Koko Head Park Rd #7602, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Steep hike up an abandoned railroad track on Koko Crater, with dramatic ocean & city views.

China Walls

Hawaii Kai, Honolulu · China Walls · Hanapepe Pl, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Stretch of lava-rock ledges & cliffs above the ocean attracting experienced surfers & jumpers.

Diamond Head Crater Hike

Diamond Head / Kapahulu / St. Louis Heights, Honolulu · Diamond Head Crater Hike · Kapahulu, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA

Extinct volcano is a popular hiking destination with a rugged trail leading to panoramic views.

Maili Pillbox

Hawaii, Waianae · Maili Pillbox · Waianae, HI 96792, USA

Short and steep hike passing old military pillboxes that offer scenic views, especially at sunset.

Sharks Cove

Hawaii, Pupukea · Sharks Cove · Sharks Cove, Pupukea, HI 96712, USA

Small cove & popular shore diving & snorkeling site with coral & blue waters teeming with fish.

Lanikai Beach

Hawaii, Kailua · Lanikai Beach · Lanikai Beach, Kailua, HI 96734, USA

Sherwood Beach

Hawaii, Waimanalo · Sherwood Beach · Sherwood Beach, Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA

Kaiona Beach Park

Hawaii, Waimanalo · Kaiona Beach Park · 41-575 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA

Beach with a public restroom, picnic tables, and showers, plus snorkeling, and turtle sightings.

Makai Research Pier

Hawaii, Waimanalo · Makai Research Pier · 41-305 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA

Beach known for swimming and snorkeling.

Alan Davis Beach

Hawaii Kai, Honolulu · Alan Davis Beach · Alan Davis Beach, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Sandy Beach

Hawaii, Honolulu · Sandy Beach · Sandy Beach, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Surfers are drawn to the large waves at this scenic beach with food trucks often in the parking lot.

Halona Beach Cove

Hawaii, Honolulu · Halona Beach Cove · Halona Beach Cove, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Small, scenic cove surrounded by jagged cliffs features a sandy beach & sweeping views at sunrise.

Cromwell's Beach

Waialae - Kahala, Honolulu · Cromwell's Beach · Cromwell's Beach, Honolulu, HI 96816, USA

Mermaids Cave

Hawaii, Waianae · Mermaids Cave · 89-435 Keaulana Ave, Waianae, HI 96792, USA

Tourist attraction where visitors can see rocks and caves, walk, and spot turtles.

Pokai Bay Beach

Hawaii, Waianae · Pokai Bay Beach · Pokai Bay Beach, Waianae, HI 96792, USA

Mākua Beach

Hawaii · Mākua Beach · Mākua Beach, Hawaii, USA

Secluded beach flanked by forested mountains, popular for surfing, camping & snorkeling.

Yokohama Bay

Hawaii · Yokohama Bay · Yokohama Bay, Hawaii 96791, USA

Secluded, tranquil beach with a high winter surf, a rocky ocean bottom & strong currents.

Kaʻena Point State Park

North Shore, Waialua · Kaʻena Point State Park · Farrington Hwy, Waialua, HI 96791, USA

Remote coastal area with a lava shoreline known for scenic, rugged hiking trails & surfing.