List of State Attractions

1. National Land
2. State Land
3. Private Attractions
4. Shopping Centers

I. National Land

National Parks & Historical Sites

• Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
  Home to Kīlauea and Mauna Loa—an active volcanic landscape with lava flows, native forest, and ancient sites. UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Haleakalā National Park
  Dominates Maui with a 10,000-ft volcanic crater, subalpine landscapes, and endangered species. A sacred, otherworldly place.
• Kalaupapa National Historical Park
  Remote peninsula on Molokaʻi that preserves the leprosy settlement—accessible via guided tours.
• Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park
  A sacred place of refuge (puʻuhonua) on Hawaiʻi Island with temples, royal grounds, and cultural interpretation.

National Historic Landmarks & Memorials

• ʻIolani Palace State Monument
  The only royal palace in the U.S., home of Hawaii’s last monarchs.
• Pearl Harbor National Memorial
  Includes USS Arizona Memorial and world‑class WWII history on Oʻahu.
• Lānaʻi’s Kalaupapa Lookout (Molokaʻi)
  Views over the Kalaupapa settlement; cultural and historical significance.
• Kaloko‑Honokōhau National Historical Park – Ancient fishponds and petroglyphs

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II. State Land

Top Highlights of the Four Primary Islands

• Oʻahu:
• Diamond Head State Monument – Famous volcanic crater hike with panoramic coastal views.
• Nuʻuanu Pali State Wayside – Sweeping cliffside views and historic battleground overlook.
• Maui:
• Iao Valley State Park – Lush valley with the iconic Iao Needle rock formation.
• ʻĪao Valley also offers easy forest walks and cultural interpretation.
• Kauaʻi:
• Waimea Canyon State Park – "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" with dramatic red gorges and vistas.
• Kōkeʻe State Park – Adjacent to Waimea Canyon with forested trails and canyon views.
• Hawaiʻi Island:
• ʻAkaka Falls State Park – Home to a 442-ft waterfall set in tropical rainforest.
• Rainbow Falls / Wailuku River State Park – Iconic waterfall with rainbow mist, located in Hilo.
• Lapakahi State Historical Park– Coastal fishing village ruins on the Big Island.
• Kekaha Kai Beach Park – Four‑mile coastal reserve with trails and beaches.
• Liliʻuokalani Park and Gardens – Tranquil Japanese gardens in Hilo.

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III. Private Attractions

Cultural, Wildlife & Coastal Experiences

• Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum (Oʻahu) – Hawaii’s largest museum of natural and cultural history, located in Honolulu.
• Polynesian Cultural Center (Oʻahu) – Interactive cultural villages, traditional performances, and a luau.
• Lahaina Historic Town (Maui) – Historic whaling-era buildings, art galleries, shops, and waterfront dining.
• Maui Ocean Center (Maui) – Marine aquarium showcasing Hawaiian marine life, including sharks and rays.
• Na Pali Coast Boat and Helicopter Tours (Kauaʻi) – Dramatic coastline vistas via private tour operators.
• Kauai Coffee Visitor Center (Kauaʻi) – Largest coffee farm in the U.S., open for tours and tastings.
• Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau (Big Island) – A sacred refuge site with cultural reconstructions and snorkeling nearby.
• Kaʻio Point Wildlife Refuge (Big Island) – Coastal wildlife reserve with seabird nesting areas.

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IV. Major Shopping Centers

• Ala Moana Center – The world’s largest open‑air shopping center with 350+ stores.
• Royal Hawaiian Center – Luxury brands & free cultural events in Waikīkī.
• International Market Place – Waikīkī landmark blending history, dining, and shopping.

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For more on Hawaii’s parks and culture, visit the state’s official resource: GoHawaii.com