{"id":45040,"date":"2024-01-10T14:11:06","date_gmt":"2024-01-10T20:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/?p=45040"},"modified":"2025-02-25T20:58:23","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T02:58:23","slug":"best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/","title":{"rendered":"16 Best Things To Do In Kona, Big Island"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for the best things to do in Kona, Hawaii? Kailua Kona, often referred to as &#8220;Kona&#8221; by the locals, is one of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theworldpursuit.com\/best-vacation-spots-in-the-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best places to vacation in the United States<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s the main town most visitors will pass through as it&#8217;s home to the International airport on this beautiful tropical island. Kona is also known for having amazing weather with more than 300 days of sunshine a year. It has a cute town with plenty of boutique shops and restaurants to eat at. Let&#8217;s jump into the best things to do in Kona!<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-693fbf9e3b280\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-693fbf9e3b280\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#Best_Things_to_do_in_Kona_Hawaii\" >Best Things to do in Kona, Hawaii<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#1_Kaloko-Honokohau_National_Historical_Park\" >1. Kaloko-Honok\u014dhau National Historical Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#2_Hulihee_Palace\" >2. Hulihe\u2019e Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#3_Mauna_Kea_Summit\" >3. Mauna Kea Summit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#4_Old_Kona_Airport_State_Recreation_Center\" >4. Old Kona Airport State Recreation Center<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#5_Mountain_Thunder_Coffee_Plantation\" >5. Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#6_Kamakahonu_Historic_Landmark\" >6. Kamakahonu Historic Landmark<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#7_Kona_Farmers_Markets\" >7. Kona Farmers Markets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#8_Kailua_Pier\" >8. Kailua Pier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#9_Kona_Cloud_Forest\" >9. Kona Cloud Forest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#10_Aiopio_Fishtrap\" >10. Aiopio Fishtrap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#11_Living_Stones_ChurchHale_Halawai_O_Holualoa\" >11. Living Stones Church\/Hale Halawai O Holualoa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#12_Pawai_Bay\" >12. Pawai Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#13_Mokuaikaua_Church\" >13. Mokuaikaua Church<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#14_Island_Breeze_Luau_%E2%80%93_He_%E2%80%98Ohana_Kakou\" >14. Island Breeze Luau &#8211; He &#8216;Ohana Kakou<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#15_Alii_Drive\" >15. Ali\u2019i Drive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#16_St_Benedict_Catholic_Church\" >16. St Benedict Catholic Church<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#How_to_Get_Around_the_Big_Island\" >How to Get Around the Big Island?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-things-to-do-in-kona-big-island\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Kona\" >Where to Stay in Kona<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Things_to_do_in_Kona_Hawaii\"><\/span><b>Best Things to do in Kona, Hawaii<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Kaloko-Honokohau_National_Historical_Park\"><\/span><b>1. Kaloko-Honok\u014dhau National Historical Park<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Kailua-Kona<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: If you are driving, park at the small boat harbor.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This national park is a lesson in history &amp; archeology, all set against the beautiful backdrop of blue skies and a bluer ocean. Not only do you get insight into early settlements that thrive along the rocky Kona coast (no small feat), you can hike the region and see sacred temples, petroglyphs, and Hawaiian fishponds. Keep your eyes peeled for spectacular local wildlife, like sea turtles or monk seals.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the sand toward the water to see it turn into lava rock! The impressive array of things to see &#8211; from a peek into ancient life to the wildlife that still thrives here &#8211; makes this a great family-friendly activity on the Big Island.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hulihee_Palace\"><\/span><b>2. Hulihe\u2019e Palace<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 75-5718 Alii Dr<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $10 for adult entry<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hawaii isn\u2019t really a place you\u2019d think of as having a monarchy, but back in the mid-1800s, there was indeed a royal family ruling the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theworldpursuit.com\/tropical-islands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tropical island region<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And every king needs a palace, which is exactly what this landmark has to offer: the totally preserved summer vacation home of King Kalakaua and Queen Kapiolani.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built-in the Victorian style, the palace displays artifacts and original furniture from the days of the Hawaiian monarchy. There is also annual live music shows, one Sunday a month, free of charge, by local artists playing everything from traditional Hawaiian-style tunes to folk rock.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Mauna_Kea_Summit\"><\/span><b>3. Mauna Kea Summit<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Kona<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Access to the Visitors Center and the trail is difficult due to the local political climate and an excess of protesting, so call ahead and find out what the situation is before going all the way there.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to one of the planet\u2019s most beautiful and diverse landscapes, Hawaii<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">has no problems in the \u2018views\u2019 department, which is probably why every photo you see on your friends\u2019 Instagram feed looks like top-tier photography. At an altitude of nearly 14,000 feet, the Mauna Kea Summit is a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the valleys, volcanoes, and sunrise if you are an early riser.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fun fact<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Mauna Kea is the tallest mountain in the world when measured from its actual base (much of which is underwater).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mauna Loa is visible from the top (sometimes alight with magma cracks!), so even though you can expect a grueling hike to the summit, the views are worth it. Due to the altitude, the atmosphere gets thin up here! Those who are ill, in poor general health, or pregnant and\/or breastfeeding should avoid this particular hike.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Old_Kona_Airport_State_Recreation_Center\"><\/span><b>4. Old Kona Airport State Recreation Center<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45041\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island.jpeg\" alt=\"Old Kona Airport State Recreation Center - Big Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island-200x133.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island-400x267.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Old-Kona-Airport-State-Recreation-Center-Big-Island-150x100.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Watch out for mongoose and feral cats in the area!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This public park is unique because it developed on the site of an old World War II airline landing strip. While it used to run nonstop and direct flights to other major cities throughout Hawaii, today, it is a beautiful beach park surrounding bays of calm, warm waters &#8211; and a popular place on the list of things to do in Kona.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This region covers a lot of ground, with Pawai Bay offering unique and fascinating terrain like lava tunnels and subterranean caverns periodically hiss out hot steam. Pawai Bay is also the site of some of the best snorkeling (best suited to advanced divers only).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go a little further down the coast to see the Keiki Ponds, which are large tidal pools perfect for swimming or just floating and watching the waves crash on the rocks safely away.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Mountain_Thunder_Coffee_Plantation\"><\/span><b>5. Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/vimeo.com\/323912493<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 73-1942 Ha&#8217;o St<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t miss the chocolate-covered coffee beans!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can\u2019t start your day without your morning cup of joe, then maybe taking a tour of a coffee plantation is something you might enjoy. The Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation offers tours of its farm, free of charge to boot!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day of the week, every hour on the hour, and with no booking needed ahead of time, you can show up at the plantation and partake in a tour with a coffee tasting included! Plus, you will walk away with much more information about coffee you never knew.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 30-minute tour will show you the day-to-day of the plantation\u2019s operations, how the coffee is made, and the entire process from the bean in the ground to the hot brew in your morning cup. Plus, who can say no to free Kona coffee samples?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Kamakahonu_Historic_Landmark\"><\/span><b>6. Kamakahonu Historic Landmark<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Kaahumanu Pl, Kailua-Kona<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The reconstruction of the king\u2019s personal heiau (temple or place of worship) is still considered sacred and is not open to the public.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This unassuming structure may not look like much, but it has an imposing history: it was the last residence of King Kamehameha before his death. This king united all the islands of Hawaii into a single kingdom.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The structure left standing today was once part of an impressive compound of buildings that included the king\u2019s residence, his personal place of worship, thatched houses for the community subjects, and the king\u2019s retreat house.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mortuary was constructed after his death to house his remains. From the expansive community that once was, there is little left standing, though many of the buildings have been reconstructed to show what life may have been like at the time.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Kona_Farmers_Markets\"><\/span><b>7. Kona Farmers Markets<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45042\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets.jpeg\" alt=\"Kona Farmers Markets\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets-200x133.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets-400x267.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Farmers-Markets-150x100.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Kailua Bay &amp; Kamakaeha Avenue, respectively<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Prices are more reasonable than grocery stores for food items, so stock up on Macadamia nuts and pineapples!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you stay at a condo in Kona, you may want some fresh produce. There are many farmers&#8217; markets in Kona, but the two that pack the biggest punch are the Kona Farmers Market in central Kona (near Kailua Bay), and the Pure Kona Green Market in South Kona. At the Kona Farmers Market, you have the island\u2019s best spread of fresh fruit &amp; vegetables, beautiful floral arrangements, and handmade crafts &amp; souvenirs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, the Pure Kona Green Market is dedicated to sustainability, ethical production, and practices that benefit the earth &amp; community on a local scale. From handmade goods to freshly-made food, this is something you can feel good about supporting while still getting treated to a wonderful experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><script async=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/orion\/partner\/widget.js\"><\/script>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Kailua_Pier\"><\/span><b>8. Kailua Pier<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Kaahumanu Place<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Take an evening dinner cruise from here if you want to make your evening plans a little more exciting.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This spot is the city\u2019s capital of outdoor adventuring. If you&#8217;re an adrenaline junkie or water sports enthusiast, meet your next outing. Kailua Pier is the jumping-off point for all the local water activities, like snorkeling, scuba diving, party cruises, and fishing or whale watching tours.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To the left of the pier is also the starting point for the Iron Man triathlon; when not used by race-goers, it is a beautiful spot for a swim, with a very vibrant sea life perfect for snorkeling or just observation. Whether you\u2019re here to depart on an ocean adventure for the day or just plan to relax and enjoy your time on the shore, this is a landmark you\u2019ll want to note.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Kona_Cloud_Forest\"><\/span><b>9. Kona Cloud Forest<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45047\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Cloud-Forest.jpeg\" alt=\"Kona Cloud Forest\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Cloud-Forest.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Cloud-Forest-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Cloud-Forest-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Cloud-Forest-400x600.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Cloud-Forest-600x900.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kona-Cloud-Forest-150x225.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 73-1865 Hao St #3<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Don\u2019t miss the painted trees!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The name of this attraction alone probably already has your interest peaked. The Kona Cloud Forest is pretty much as cool as it sounds, but it\u2019s more than just a neat place to see\u2014it\u2019s an environmental conservation project.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 70 square kilometer region is privately owned, with every inch bursting with native flora and even some imported plants and flowers to enhance the beauty. You can even spot several species of native birds!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The grounds are open for public botanical tours, where you can learn about reforestation, conservation, and a little about reducing your impact on the earth.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Aiopio_Fishtrap\"><\/span><b>10. Aiopio Fishtrap<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_45044\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-45044\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45044\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona.jpeg\" alt=\"Aiopio Fishtrap in Kona\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona-200x150.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Aiopio-Fishtrap-in-Kona-150x113.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-45044\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">W Nowicki, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Aiopio_Fish_trap_at_Honokohau.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">W Nowicki<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CC BY 3.0<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, via Wikimedia Commons&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Kailua-Kona<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is a great spot for spotting turtles, which will munch on the algae that line the shore. Don&#8217;t touch or get near them; they are a protected species.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Aiopio Fishtrap is, quite simply, a fascinating insight into native Hawaiians\u2019 relationship to the ocean and how it allowed early populations to thrive and flourish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This nearly two-acre pond is constructed using remnants of lava rock to emulate a wall-like structure, where an opening into the open sea would allow fish to enter at high tide and be trapped once the sea level dropped.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, it was easy to net the fish and bring them ashore. The area also has the remnants of a longhouse, which could have been used to store boats and canoes. Nearby, a beautiful white sand beach is tucked away and generally very quiet and private\u2014an excellent spot for an afternoon picnic and swim.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Living_Stones_ChurchHale_Halawai_O_Holualoa\"><\/span><b>11. Living Stones Church\/Hale Halawai O Holualoa<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Hale_Halawai_o_Holualoa.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">W Nowicki<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CC BY 3.0<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, via Wikimedia Commons&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 76-6224 Alii Dr<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: There is still a Sunday mass service every week.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking at this ancient structure, you can tell that this is a building steeped in tradition and history. While today the building is known as the Living Stones Church, this is a recent moniker; it used to be called Hale Halawaio Holualoa. Christian missionaries arrived in the region in 1820, and Hale Halawai O Holualoa was built in the 1850s.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During excavations from this building (made from coral lime and lava rock), game boards were found, proving that this was not just a place of worship for a new religion but also a place of community and togetherness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its sprawling lawn and position right near the water, this is a unique sight to see and a marker of the immense changes in culture that arrived with the colonizers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Pawai_Bay\"><\/span><b>12. Pawai Bay<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45046\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay.jpeg\" alt=\"Pawai Bay\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay-200x267.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay-400x533.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay-640x853.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Pawai-Bay-150x200.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Northern end of the Old Kona Airport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Since the water is so clear and the ecosystem here so healthy, visibility can extend hundreds of feet. If you\u2019re really lucky, you might get up close and personal with a dolphin or two!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is your one-stop shop for all things snorkeling. Pawai Bay is widely known as one of the best places on the big island for diving, thanks to being a younger island with less sand and silt and a rocky shore that leads to some of the planet\u2019s clearest water\u2014in other words, ideal conditions for underwater exploration.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking a catamaran snorkeling tour will give you some inside info on the best dive spots. When you want to take a break, your boat has a trampoline-like netting that\u2019s perfect for lounging in the sun before jumping back in the water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some wildlife you\u2019ll be lucky enough to see include sea turtles, eagle rays, endless types of tropical fish, and vibrant, brightly-colored coral. Check out the divots and holes in the lava rock, which often hide even more underwater life.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Mokuaikaua_Church\"><\/span><b>13. Mokuaikaua Church<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 75-5713 Alii Dr<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Admission to the church is free, whether for a tour or Sunday mass.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to see Hawaii\u2019s oldest Christian church? Good, because it\u2019s pretty cool and one of the best things to do in Kona! American Christian missionaries first arrived in Hawaii in the 1820s, and it didn\u2019t take long for them to begin spreading their message (with the king\u2019s permission) and building places of worship; the Mokuaikaua Church was completed in 1837.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The original structure was made of wood obtained from the upper area rainforests, but a series of fires resulted in the final structure, the one that still stands, being constructed from stone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The church is open to the public for tours. There are artifacts and vestiges from this time in history on display, including a scale model of the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thaddeus<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the ship that brought the missionaries to the Hawaiian islands.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Island_Breeze_Luau_%E2%80%93_He_%E2%80%98Ohana_Kakou\"><\/span><b>14. Island Breeze Luau &#8211; He &#8216;Ohana Kakou<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 75-5660 Palani Rd, in Courtyard by Marriott<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it even a trip to Hawaii if you don\u2019t see at least one luau while you\u2019re here? The Island Breeze Luau is one of the better-known ones on the island. It\u2019s operated through a Marriott Hotel, so you can be sure that the quality and production value are pretty high.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a social and very inclusive affair; you can meet the performers and even partake in craft-making. You\u2019ll then get to see the uncovering of the traditional Hawaiian underground oven and indulge in the vast buffet of traditional Polynesian food that will be cooked on it\u2014plus an open bar!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The show itself is a history lesson; the crew of dancers will arrive by canoe, heralded by conch shell calls, and perform the luau dance under the stars\u2014an experience you are not likely to forget in a hurry.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Alii_Drive\"><\/span><b>15. Ali\u2019i Drive<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Alii-Drive-shopping-in-Kona.jpeg\" alt=\"Ali\u2019i Drive shopping in Kona\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Alii-Drive-shopping-in-Kona.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Alii-Drive-shopping-in-Kona-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Alii-Drive-shopping-in-Kona-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Alii-Drive-shopping-in-Kona-400x600.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Alii-Drive-shopping-in-Kona-600x900.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Alii-Drive-shopping-in-Kona-150x225.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shopping in Kona<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ali\u2019i Drive, Kona<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insider Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: If you didn\u2019t manage to get a plantation tour, don\u2019t miss out on another chance to get some fresh Kona coffee.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While much of this list of things to do on Hawaii\u2019s Big Island is focused on nature exploration and immersing yourself in island culture, every now and then, you might just want some creature comforts and a more laid-back, slower-paced day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ali\u2019i Drive is the Kona shopping district &#8211; the hot spot for restaurants, nightlife, clothes shopping, and more. This is the \u2018it&#8217; place to be and where you\u2019ll find the hub of life in Kona.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also lots of family-friendly places to hang out on this street, so there is no need to avoid it if you\u2019re traveling with kids. The location is also right on the shoreline, so you\u2019re never too far away from a dip in the water.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_St_Benedict_Catholic_Church\"><\/span><b>16. St Benedict Catholic Church<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location: 84-5140 Painted Church Rd, Captain Cook, HI<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insider Tip: Make sure to bring a camera to photograph all the awesome murals!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still wondering what to do in Kona. St Benedict Catholic Church, also called &#8220;The Painted Church,&#8221; is a church listed on the National Register of Historic Places near Kona built between 1899-1902, where artist Fr. Velghe depicted various biblical scenes on the ceilings and walls. It&#8217;s a beautiful place to go and admire the artwork.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This church is still in service and holds five masses per week but is open to the public seven days a week.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Around_the_Big_Island\"><\/span><b>How to Get Around the Big Island?<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45045\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Get Around the Big Island\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island-200x133.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island-400x267.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/How-to-Get-Around-the-Big-Island-150x100.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will 100% need a rental car to get around Big Island. This is the United States, after all. Car rental companies are located at Kona International Airport. We went with Avis and were upgraded to a brand-new Jeep for free while in Hawaii. The perfect car for driving around Hawaii!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Kona\"><\/span>Where to Stay in Kona<br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"stay22-widget\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/embed\/659ef9523643c8d9b55cf049\" width=\"100%\"><\/iframe><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>Read Next:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/packing-list-for-hawaii\/\">Beach Packing List for Hawaii<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/best-resorts-in-hawaii-for-families\/\">Best Resorts in Hawaii for Families<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-50546\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/16-Best-Things-To-Do-in-Kona.png\" alt=\"16 Best Things To Do in Kona, Big Island\" width=\"426\" height=\"644\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/16-Best-Things-To-Do-in-Kona.png 426w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/16-Best-Things-To-Do-in-Kona-198x300.png 198w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/16-Best-Things-To-Do-in-Kona-200x302.png 200w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/16-Best-Things-To-Do-in-Kona-400x605.png 400w, https:\/\/www.mommytravels.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/16-Best-Things-To-Do-in-Kona-150x227.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 426px) 100vw, 426px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for the best things to do in Kona, Hawaii? 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