Guidebook for Kahuku
Food Scene
Wonderful atmosphere and great food, located in the grounds of the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) in Laie. They have a bakery counter with desserts and baked goods to-go.
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Pounders Restaurant
55-370 Kamehameha HwyWonderful atmosphere and great food, located in the grounds of the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) in Laie. They have a bakery counter with desserts and baked goods to-go.
A local favorite for authentic local comfort food --Spam & eggs, "plate lunch" and more! Located in Laie just of the Kam Highway, it's hard to find, but worth the hunt. It was even featured in "Man vs Food" on the Travel Channel. (No, it's not the same restaurant as the one in the movie "50 First Dates").
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Hukilau Cafe
55-662 Wahinepee StA local favorite for authentic local comfort food --Spam & eggs, "plate lunch" and more! Located in Laie just of the Kam Highway, it's hard to find, but worth the hunt. It was even featured in "Man vs Food" on the Travel Channel. (No, it's not the same restaurant as the one in the movie "50 First Dates").
Located in Waimea Valley just to the north, right across the street from Waimea Bay. Since April 2009 this market has been a fun community gathering-place reflective of the uniqueness of the North Shore. Every week locals and visitors alike gather to celebrate and to fill up on fresh locally grown produce, listen to live music, watch the kids make free arts & crafts, and soak up the North Shore vibe. The food here is better than you'll find at many restaurants, at half the price! Make sure to try out the custom Poke Bowls--they're delicious!
Thursdays 2:00-6:00, rain or shine… tsunami, maybe not.
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Hale'iwa Farmers' Market
59-864 Kamehameha HighwayLocated in Waimea Valley just to the north, right across the street from Waimea Bay. Since April 2009 this market has been a fun community gathering-place reflective of the uniqueness of the North Shore. Every week locals and visitors alike gather to celebrate and to fill up on fresh locally grown produce, listen to live music, watch the kids make free arts & crafts, and soak up the North Shore vibe. The food here is better than you'll find at many restaurants, at half the price! Make sure to try out the custom Poke Bowls--they're delicious!
Thursdays 2:00-6:00, rain or shine… tsunami, maybe not.
The BEST for a local favorite ... shrimp plate lunch!
There are other shrimp trucks, but this is my favorite!
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Northshore Oahu Hawaii
The BEST for a local favorite ... shrimp plate lunch!
There are other shrimp trucks, but this is my favorite!
Amazing dining ...fresh and beautifully prepared meals! A great place for a special dinner. Located on the Turtle Bay grounds--head toward the hotel & turn left at the attraction kiosk.
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Lei Lei's Bar & Grill
57-049 Kuilima DrAmazing dining ...fresh and beautifully prepared meals! A great place for a special dinner. Located on the Turtle Bay grounds--head toward the hotel & turn left at the attraction kiosk.
Zippy's is a local favourite--a standby, if you will, with a budget-friendly menu to accommodate all tastes. There are locations all over the island, so feel free to Google other spots.
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Zippy's Kaneohe
46-038 Kamehameha HwyZippy's is a local favourite--a standby, if you will, with a budget-friendly menu to accommodate all tastes. There are locations all over the island, so feel free to Google other spots.
A local favorite! Great food, nice wine selection, and a friendly atmosphere & staff. It's usually pretty busy around dinnertime, so call ahead or be prepared to sit at the bar for a few while you wait for a table. Don't let that scare you, though--busy means it's GOOD! :)
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Uncle Bo's Pupu Bar & Grill
559 Kapahulu AveA local favorite! Great food, nice wine selection, and a friendly atmosphere & staff. It's usually pretty busy around dinnertime, so call ahead or be prepared to sit at the bar for a few while you wait for a table. Don't let that scare you, though--busy means it's GOOD! :)
Drinks & Nightlife
Lively place to gather with friends. It's not uncommon to spot local celebrities/world-renowned surfers here, especially when the swell is in. Located inside the hotel, Surfer offers food and great drinks--try the "Monkey's Lunch"--a great creamy tropical blended drink. They have karaoke some nights.
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Surfer, The Bar
57-091 Kamehameha HwyLively place to gather with friends. It's not uncommon to spot local celebrities/world-renowned surfers here, especially when the swell is in. Located inside the hotel, Surfer offers food and great drinks--try the "Monkey's Lunch"--a great creamy tropical blended drink. They have karaoke some nights.
Sightseeing
Haleiwa is a cute beach town to walk through with many shops!
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Haleiwa
Haleiwa is a cute beach town to walk through with many shops!
Just start driving! The Kamehameha Highway, known to locals simply as "The Kam", starts south in Kaneohe & wraps all the way up the Windward (east) side of Oahu, up and around the north shore, ending in Haleiwa. There are numerous places to stop for a view, road-side produce, shops, etc.
Kamehameha Highway
Kamehameha HighwayJust start driving! The Kamehameha Highway, known to locals simply as "The Kam", starts south in Kaneohe & wraps all the way up the Windward (east) side of Oahu, up and around the north shore, ending in Haleiwa. There are numerous places to stop for a view, road-side produce, shops, etc.
The blowhole is a natural occurrence formed by molten lava tubes from volcanic eruptions thousands of years ago. The lava tubes run to the ocean and, when the surf is right, the blowhole shoots water up to 30 feet in the air. The larger the waves, the larger the spray!
Do not go near the blow hole; view from look out area only!
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Mirador de Halona Blowhole
8483 HI-72The blowhole is a natural occurrence formed by molten lava tubes from volcanic eruptions thousands of years ago. The lava tubes run to the ocean and, when the surf is right, the blowhole shoots water up to 30 feet in the air. The larger the waves, the larger the spray!
Do not go near the blow hole; view from look out area only!
Totally worth a stop. A beautiful and peaceful lookout spot just off the Pali Highway, between Kaneohe & Honolulu. A must for panoramic photography of stunning views. The area tends to be windy so hold onto your hats!
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Mirador Nu'uanu Pali
Nuuanu Pali Drive Totally worth a stop. A beautiful and peaceful lookout spot just off the Pali Highway, between Kaneohe & Honolulu. A must for panoramic photography of stunning views. The area tends to be windy so hold onto your hats!
Parks & Nature
A fun way to see beautiful and interesting areas of The North Shore coast and beaches. A sampling of a water activities, too!
The Surf Bus - North Shore Activities Tour
58-346 Kamehameha Hwy A fun way to see beautiful and interesting areas of The North Shore coast and beaches. A sampling of a water activities, too!
Amazing hike with beautiful views, located above what was once the Crouching Lion Restaurant along the Kamehameha Highway. It's a short, fairly easy if not steep hike, with GREAT views of the outer reef along the Windward Side of Oahu. Parking's a bit tricky.
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Crouching Lion Inn
51-666 Kamehameha Hwy Amazing hike with beautiful views, located above what was once the Crouching Lion Restaurant along the Kamehameha Highway. It's a short, fairly easy if not steep hike, with GREAT views of the outer reef along the Windward Side of Oahu. Parking's a bit tricky.
Sharks Cove has been rated by Scuba Diving Magazine as one of the "Top Twelve Shore Dives in the World". It can get a little crowded on occasion, but I highly doubt you’ll notice when you’re in the water. Because it's located between the famed big wave surf spots of Waimea Bay and the Banzai Pipeline, you’ll have to make sure there are no large swells that day. October through April is considered Hawaii’s surf season, with waves peaking between December and February, so the summer months are the best time to snorkel Sharks Cove. Children aren't recommended. Parking fills up quick, so show up early or you'll have to hunt for another spot or try & sneak into the Foodland parking lot without
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Sharks Cove
Sharks Cove has been rated by Scuba Diving Magazine as one of the "Top Twelve Shore Dives in the World". It can get a little crowded on occasion, but I highly doubt you’ll notice when you’re in the water. Because it's located between the famed big wave surf spots of Waimea Bay and the Banzai Pipeline, you’ll have to make sure there are no large swells that day. October through April is considered Hawaii’s surf season, with waves peaking between December and February, so the summer months are the best time to snorkel Sharks Cove. Children aren't recommended. Parking fills up quick, so show up early or you'll have to hunt for another spot or try & sneak into the Foodland parking lot without
AKA "Pipeline," it's one of the biggest, most dangerous waves on the planet. World-class surfing spot. Parking is tight when the swell is in. Bathrooms and outdoor showers on site. If you're here during the winter months and the swell is in, whether you surf or not, it's a must-see.
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Ehukai Beach Park
59-337 Ke Nui RdAKA "Pipeline," it's one of the biggest, most dangerous waves on the planet. World-class surfing spot. Parking is tight when the swell is in. Bathrooms and outdoor showers on site. If you're here during the winter months and the swell is in, whether you surf or not, it's a must-see.
Another world-class surf spot, Sunset Beach also hosts some of the best surfers in the world. Oh, and don't forget about the sunsets--hence the name. No trip to the North Shore is complete without sitting on the sand and taking one in.
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Sunset Beach
Another world-class surf spot, Sunset Beach also hosts some of the best surfers in the world. Oh, and don't forget about the sunsets--hence the name. No trip to the North Shore is complete without sitting on the sand and taking one in.
Snorkeling and scuba. This is a popular location for snorkeling, however it can be crowded and the area is suffering from over use.
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Bahía de Hanauma
7455 Kalanianaʻole HighwaySnorkeling and scuba. This is a popular location for snorkeling, however it can be crowded and the area is suffering from over use.
One of the most popular hikes on Oahu. Hike up and along the crater rim. Amazing views from the top of the trail. There is a water fountain near the bathrooms at the foot of the trail in case you want to hydrate before the hike or fill an empty bottle. The park closes at 6pm and signs posted indicate that you are not allowed to head up the trail after 4:30pm.
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Diamond Head State Monument
One of the most popular hikes on Oahu. Hike up and along the crater rim. Amazing views from the top of the trail. There is a water fountain near the bathrooms at the foot of the trail in case you want to hydrate before the hike or fill an empty bottle. The park closes at 6pm and signs posted indicate that you are not allowed to head up the trail after 4:30pm.
Breath taking! Take a long easy hike (really more of a walk) through the tropical botanical gardens to Waimea Falls. Bring your swimsuit and pay a small fee to use a life-jacket and swim in the pool under the falls. It's one of the most meticulously-maintained, beautiful spots on the North Shore.
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Waimea Falls
Breath taking! Take a long easy hike (really more of a walk) through the tropical botanical gardens to Waimea Falls. Bring your swimsuit and pay a small fee to use a life-jacket and swim in the pool under the falls. It's one of the most meticulously-maintained, beautiful spots on the North Shore.
Not for the faint of heart! This is a local spot for taking a jump off the cliff side of Laie Point!
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Laie Point State Wayside Park
Hawaii 83Not for the faint of heart! This is a local spot for taking a jump off the cliff side of Laie Point!
Entertainment & Activities
Touristy, but worth a look. Yes, this is the place you can go to swim with dolphins. Attractions include: Hawaiian Reef Aquarium, Hawaiian Reef Aquarium, Penguin Habitat, Sea Turtle Feeding Pool, Sting Ray Lagoon, Swim with the Sea Lions and Swim with Dolphins, Dolphin Cove Show, Bird Sanctuary, and Hawaiian Monk Seal Habitat.
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Sea Life Park Hawaii
41-202 Kalanianaʻole HwyTouristy, but worth a look. Yes, this is the place you can go to swim with dolphins. Attractions include: Hawaiian Reef Aquarium, Hawaiian Reef Aquarium, Penguin Habitat, Sea Turtle Feeding Pool, Sting Ray Lagoon, Swim with the Sea Lions and Swim with Dolphins, Dolphin Cove Show, Bird Sanctuary, and Hawaiian Monk Seal Habitat.
Horseback ride long the trails of the Ko'olau mountain range!
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Gunstock Ranch
56-250 Kamehameha Hwy Horseback ride long the trails of the Ko'olau mountain range!
Kualoa Ranch has a bit of everything for outdoor fun. Horseback and rides and zip lines, etc.
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Kualoa Ranch
49-560 Kamehameha HwyKualoa Ranch has a bit of everything for outdoor fun. Horseback and rides and zip lines, etc.
Golfer's paradise! Turtle Bay offers not one, but two championship 18-hole golf courses! Designed by Arnold Palmer and George Fazio.
1 (866) 475-2567 select # 1 for activities
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Turtle Bay Golf
57-049 Kamehameha HwyGolfer's paradise! Turtle Bay offers not one, but two championship 18-hole golf courses! Designed by Arnold Palmer and George Fazio.
1 (866) 475-2567 select # 1 for activities
High energy fun!
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Tour de tirolesa en CLIMB Works Keana Farms
1 Enos Rd High energy fun!
Acuario de Waikiki
2777 Kalakaua AveZoológico de Honolulu
151 Kapahulu AveShopping
Hawaii's largest open-air flea market. Market shops include: imported, hand made, art pieces, local snacks, and other made-in-Hawaii products. A great place to find souvenirs and gifts!
Swap Meet hours: Sun 6:30am - 3pm; Wed & Sat 8am - 3pm
Marketplace hours: Wed, Sat, Sun 8am - 3pm
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Aloha Stadium
99-500 Salt Lake BlvdHawaii's largest open-air flea market. Market shops include: imported, hand made, art pieces, local snacks, and other made-in-Hawaii products. A great place to find souvenirs and gifts!
Swap Meet hours: Sun 6:30am - 3pm; Wed & Sat 8am - 3pm
Marketplace hours: Wed, Sat, Sun 8am - 3pm
Located in Waimea Valley just to the north, right across the street from Waimea Bay. Since April 2009 this market has been a fun community gathering-place reflective of the uniqueness of the North Shore. Every week locals and visitors alike gather to celebrate and to fill up on fresh locally grown produce, listen to live music, watch the kids make free arts & crafts, and soak up the North Shore vibe. The food here is better than you'll find at many restaurants, at half the price! Make sure to try out the custom Poke Bowls--they're delicious!
Thursdays 2:00-6:00, rain or shine… tsunami, maybe not.
145 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Waimea Valley
59-864 Kamehameha HwyLocated in Waimea Valley just to the north, right across the street from Waimea Bay. Since April 2009 this market has been a fun community gathering-place reflective of the uniqueness of the North Shore. Every week locals and visitors alike gather to celebrate and to fill up on fresh locally grown produce, listen to live music, watch the kids make free arts & crafts, and soak up the North Shore vibe. The food here is better than you'll find at many restaurants, at half the price! Make sure to try out the custom Poke Bowls--they're delicious!
Thursdays 2:00-6:00, rain or shine… tsunami, maybe not.
Essentials
Sometimes you need stuff on vacation --hardware stuff. It's easy to miss the small store front, but It's a full size, well stocked hardware store with friendly clerks.
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Pioneer Ace Hardware
55-510 Kamehameha HwySometimes you need stuff on vacation --hardware stuff. It's easy to miss the small store front, but It's a full size, well stocked hardware store with friendly clerks.
Your local grocery store. Save money by shopping and preparing some of your meals at the condo! -West of Turtle Bay
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Foodland Pūpūkea
59-720 Kamehameha HwyYour local grocery store. Save money by shopping and preparing some of your meals at the condo! -West of Turtle Bay
Your local grocery store. Save money by shopping and preparing some of your meals at the condo! -East of Turtle Bay
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Foodland
2939 Harding AveYour local grocery store. Save money by shopping and preparing some of your meals at the condo! -East of Turtle Bay