Definitely a must-do! A quick walk from one side to the other and back. A few slippery spots on a…read morerainy day. Fits one at a time unless you need to squeeze by someone sideways. Theres not a lot of parking but it's easy to find when using maps and you're actively looking for the sign. Theres a lot of neat shops to check out before or after.

Fun to go and walk across. Will only take a few minutes. May take you longer to find a place to…read morepark. The bridge could use some upkeep but still worth it. That rustic feel adds to the thrill.

The Menehune Ditch is a Historical Territory Landmark of Hawaii. It was a ditch of importance…read morehistorically for irrigation. Menehune (a Hawaiian version of dwarfs or Brownies) are said to have built the ditch by placing the stones that form the ditch wall. I came out this way because the Menehune Ditch sits at the base of a neat lava flow erupted a long time ago. Enjoyable location to take in the geologic sites and learn a little bit of history about the area. Follow the driving directions provided on the website to around mile marker 23 on Menehune Road. The Menehune Ditch and the Waimea Swinging Bridge are right next each other and we ventured on the bridge after exploring the lava flows and ditch. Not too far to go on the bridge, but there is a good view of the water canal. If driving, keep a look out for the bridge on the right when heading up along Menehune Road. We spotted the bridge in the distance and found some space on the side of the road a little bit before the ditch/bridge to pull off and park while we explored.

10/30/24 Stunning, unspoiled beauty, one of the smaller beach parks but definitely worth a visit…read morefor swimming, snorkeling & picnics. This beach park is located adjacent to an actual salt pond that is operational for locals. There are a few benches & shaded structures you may have a barbecue or picnic. There is a manned lifeguard tower. Parking is plentiful. There is a homeless encampment here, you don't bother them, they won't bother you. Enjoy the beach!

Very nice beach with shower and bathroom. I like that there are a lot of palm trees for shade on a…read morehot day. Also some tables and shaded areas here.

I love this Art Walk. The community is out and having a great time in the street. There is an…read moreabundance of really good food; food trucks, pop-up tents, restaurants that expand out on to the street (malasadas and pie, nuff said). Some of the art is not my style, but it is an event to see and Hanapepe is a warm and welcoming place.

Parking isn't entirely clear on what is ok. A few blocks of shops are open. Plus pop up booths. A…read morecross btwn a farmers market and an art walk plus prepared food for dinner.

It's been a while since I visited Blu Umi. The last time was in 2019…read more The store has changed a little, but the quality merchandise is as good as it was before. Found local-style jewelry like puka shells and kapa cloth, etc. Impressed and excited to wander around the store. Just wish I had more $$$ to spend. Ha! Ha! Definitely worth the visit and kamaaina get discounts! Woo hoo!

Browsed here while waiting for our order at Japanese Grandma's Cafe. Nice souvenir and clothing…read moreitems. Has some Japanese items, but wish they had more things. Very nice shop. But expensive. Wasn't approached and greeted, until later I returned and walked pass the counter.

If you're visiting Waimea, a quick stroll through Hofgaard Park, nestled at the junction of…read moreKaumualiʻi Highway and Waimea Road, reveals a modest yet historically significant landmark -- a statue of Captain James Cook. This replica of Sir John Tweed's original in Whitby, England, commemorates Cook's first landing on Kaua'i in January 1778. What to Expect: * A thoughtfully maintained park with picnic benches and informative plaques that mark this pivotal piece of Hawaiian history * The site invites a brief reflective stop -- more historical waypoint than major photo-op destination. Perfect For: * Bicultural enthusiasts and history buffs interested in early Hawaiian-European contact moments. * Travelers en route to Waimea Canyon--this makes a meaningful pause before continuing your journey Note: While small, the monument carries weight for its cultural significance; it's best viewed as a quiet, contemplative experience--ideal for travelers keen on appreciating history in a low-key setting.

We were on our way to Waimea Lookout and decided to make a stop here. I'm giving it a 5 because the…read moreonly reason why I would have changed it to a 4 is because of its location. However, location (history where he was) can't be changed so therefore the 5. It's located on the side of a road in a small town. It has a nice monument to depict the historical factor. There is plenty of parking. It makes for a worthy stop while in Waimea.

If I could only visit 1 spot during my time in Kauai, I would without any hesitation choose Waimea…read moreCanyon State Park. Affectionately nicknamed the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific", it is easy to see how this canyon gained its affectionate moniker. Stretching 14 miles long, 1 mile wide and more than 3,600 feet deep, the Waimea Canyon provides breathtaking panoramic views of crested buttes, rugged crags and deep valley gorges. Even at the first rest stop you come across, you are already high enough that the view would have made the trip worthwhile. There are 5 rest stops on your way up to the top, each offering restrooms, trash cans, and their own respective viewing points; each stunning in its own rights. You can choose to simply stop at each stop on your way up like we did, or drive all the way to the top and work your way back down. Keep in mind it takes almost an hour to drive up to the very top without stopping. And the fog starts rolling in later on in the day obscuring visibility into the canyon. So you'll want to make sure you start your day off early if you're opting for the later strategy. For us, we started on the bottom and worked our way back up. We never made it all the way to the top as the fog had already rolled in by the time we hit the higher levels which made viewing anything on those levels impossible. There is now some construction being done for safety improvements and roadwork patching. Much of which is past due and much needed. As we started to encounter quite a few gigantic potholes on the higher elevations that often required either maneuvering around into oncoming traffic or traversing very slowly over the shallower parts of the potholes. We were quite thankful we were in a SUV because we were fairly certain we would not have made it past some of the potholes if we were in a lower profile vehicle such as a sedan or convertible. While driving the canyon is free (outside of parking), you can also splurge and view the canyon unobstructed from an ariel vantage through either a chartered plane or helicopter ride.

Photos won't do this place justice. The greenery is just vibrant!…read more Took a bus excursion through my cruise and was my favorite experience!

Two friends from Illinois bought this property many years ago and ended up creating this massive…read moregarden 'project' in their backyard. Definitely worth a visit if you are in Kauai and want some peace, quiet and beauty. The guides are super knowledgeable and funny :) There are a couple restrooms on site. It's not good for mobility challenged people tho-uneven grounds, stairs made of uneven stones (some without railings) so be sure you can get around a bit before booking this as we witnessed some people struggling Bonus kitty onsite named Gus-gus

We have taken tours at the garden every time we visit Kauai. The gardens and statues are…read moreunbelievable. We took the 3 hours tour this time. We were able to see inside the home the Dotys built. What a treat! I highly recommend taking any of the tours offered. This is truly a national treasure.

Bought a painting and they shipped it to Colorado for a very reasonable cost. There is a lot of…read moregood art at this gallery.

We stopped in here today while wandering through Hanapepe. The walls are hung w/ Angela Headley's…read morebeautiful paintings. Her giclées are on another wall. There is an interesting variety of jewelry as well. I was attracted to a collection of delicate, complex earrings in a variety of designs, many w/ pearls. The man behind the counter told me everything is handmade by the woman who creates the earrings. There were several designs that attracted me, but I have more earrings than I know what to do w/, so I didn't buy any, but I really liked them. This is a nice gallery w/ a variety of interesting work.