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    Thomas Square- The Life of the Land is perpetuated in righteousness
    Helene S.

    "Ua mau ke ea o ka āina i ka pono" Interesting history behind Thomas Square. "The Sovereignty of the Hawaiian nation is restored by righteousness" In 1843, a group of British agents led by Lord George Paulet illegally seized control of the Hawaiian government. When Queen Victoria heard about this rouge invasion, she sent Admiral Richard Thomas to restore the rightful Hawaiian ruler's power. The illegal occupation lasted about five months. When power was restored, King Kamehameha III uttered the phrase, "Ua mau ke ea o ka āina i ka pono," which translates to "the Sovereignty of the Hawaiian nation is restored by righteousness." These words are now the state motto which currently means "the life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness. " Today, Thomas Square honors both Admiral Richard Thomas and King Kamehameha III. The park is landscaped with a Union Jack Pattern, the Hawaiian flag can fly independently, and a statue of King Kamehameha III with an outstretched hand welcome vistors to remember the Hawaiian nation. The Hawaiian flag is the only US flag to include a foreign country's national flag. The inclusion of the Union Jack of the United Kingdom represents the Royal Navy's historical relationship with the Hawaiian Kingdom. Nice place to spend some time reflecting on history. Love the Banyan trees, fountains and sculptures in this park. Parking is available on the surrounding streets. Go across the street to visit the Honolulu Museum of Art.

    Serena M.

    Thomas Square has really had some great improvements made to the park. We would sometimes park right along Thomas Square park to go to Blaisdell and we would notice a lot of homeless people in the park. I would also see a lot of police in the park. Also on the other side of the park, there used to be people who were protesting with Occupy Honolulu. They were protesting against the government saying that they cater to the top percent of the population. During that time, people would occupy the sidewalks of Thomas Square for weeks on end to protest. It really was an eyesore to the park and deterred a lot of people from using the park at that time. I went to visit this park a few weeks ago and noticed that they recently cleaned up the park. When I went there I didn't see any homeless people hanging around. They erected a beautiful statue of King Kamehameha the third and a nice sign. The whole park looks well maintained and much better than it did in the past. If you haven't checked out the newly renovated park, you should check it out. It's a nice place to have a quiet lunch.

    King Kamehameha III statue was erected on July 31, 2018, the 175th Anniversary of Restoration Day Lā Hoihoi Ea
    Lyla D.

    Did you know that Thomas Square is Hawai'i's first official public park? Do you know about the significant historical event held at Thomas Square that became one of the first national holidays for the Hawaiian Kingdom? How did this 6.5 acres of green space get its name? Many people have passed by this "park" or have enjoyed festivals on its grounds without knowing its history. Admittedly, it took me and my then high school friends to go about making discoveries which have stuck with me since. When we walked about this open space with its huge centrally located fountain encircled by banyan trees, we noticed coral gravel pathways which radiated out from the fountain. The radiating pattern of coral pathways on the landscape represents the striped design of the Union Jack. Over the years, many improvements have been made but the most recent renovation ($1 Million) led by our current Mayor of Honolulu, Mayor Kirk Caldwell has been most impactful and respectful to the Hawaiian Peoples. HISTORY: Thomas Square was dedicated in 1850 by King Kamehameha III, Kauikeaouli in downtown Honolulu to honor British Read Admiral Richard Thomas. It's 1850 dedication makes Thomas Square Hawai'i's first official public park. But, let's look back at this honor.... In early 1843, rogue agents of the British Crown, led by Lord George Paulet, temporarily occupied and seized control of the Hawaiian government. Lord Paulet ordered all Hawaiian flags lowered and burned while he and his agents instituted British Rule. Word of this unwarranted occupation was received by Queen Victoria, who, sent Admiral Richard Thomas to Hawai'i to remove Lord Paulet and restore Hawaiian Sovereignty. The illegal occupation lasted only five months. On July 31, 1843, a huge flag ceremony was held which lowered the Union Jack and raised the Hawaiian Flag. It symbolized the return of effective sovereign control back to the hands of Hawai'i and Kamehameha III. At this ceremony, King Kamehameha uttered the words "Ua mau ke ea o ka āina i ka pono" to his people after independence was restored from British occupation. Under the circumstances of Hawai'i's Sovereignty being restored, the King's words "Ua mau ke ea o ka āina i ka pono" means "The Sovereignty of the Hawaiian nation is restored by righteousness". The same words are our State's Motto but has another common interpretation which is "The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness". SUMMARY: Anyway, in Hawai'i, July 31 is known as Lā Hoihoi Ea (Sovereignty Restoration Day). This past July 31 was the 175th Commemoration of Hawai'i's Independence from the unwarranted and criminal British occupation. We were impressed with the newly erected 12-foot bronze statue of King Kamehameha III whose left arm is upraised to the Hawaiian flag. There is a small wall with the King's words, a stage for small local cultural performances, newly planted grass, new irrigation systems and upgraded public restrooms. Gone are the countless homeless who used to camp at this park. Even now, there seems to be more respect for the historical event that occurred at Thomas Square. Our Mayor has declared that the Hawaiian flag (and only flag) that flies beside the King Kamehameha III statue will continue to wave over Thomas Square forever.

    Christal P.

    Thomas Square is now fully reopened after several years of renovation. I have been so used to walking by the park hidden behind construction fences that it's amazing to see so much open space and lush green grass between S. Beretania and S. King Streets. It's a welcome sight among all of the concrete structures that surround it. Earlier this week, a statue of King Kamehameha III was unveiled at the park. Thomas Square is the site of where the Kingdom of Hawaii was given back to King Kamehameha III after five months of British occupation. The king has his hand raised up to the Hawaiian flag. It is a fitting and appropriate piece of artwork that honors Hawaiian history. Behind the statue is a circular fountain lined with some beautiful banyan trees. I do wish that the park had more entryway paths. There are several paths that lead to the statue from S. King Street, but none from S. Beretania, so there is no other choice but to walk on the grass. Thomas Square provides much needed greenery and nature to the neighborhood. Hopefully it will be kept in good condition for many years to come.

    T. Anthony N.

    Took a stroll over to the newly upgraded Thomas Square park.... It does look nicer and cleaner with pathways and the centerpiece statue of King Kamehameha III. The statue is a strong symbol and the way they had the King pointing to the Hawaiian flag is touching and makes you want to know about the relationship between Admiral Thomas and the King. If you are in the area, stop by and walk around the statue and flag - there is strong peacefulness that I sensed and it made me feel content for some reason....

    Hibiscus Samples - Thomas Square Plant Sale
    Kaliko P.

    Thomas Square Park used to be a really pretty place, a green oasis smack dab in the middle of town, with large banyan trees hanging over a cool running fountain, native Hawaiian plants and well-maintained greenery, now over-run with the homeless, the drug addicts, the prostitutes and the occupy hawaii movement (all lower case)....the occupy hawaii people have been there for over two years and its been a moot point that: yeah, we get your protest messages but hey, two years?? Maybe a bit of history may shed some light on the insanity behind the name of Thomas...as in Thomas Square. Apparently, a Royal Navy captain named George Paulet (British Navy), landed on Oahu on Feb 11, 1843 after hanging out in Mexico in 1842 and talking to a dude named Richard Charlton, the British Consul to the King of Hawaii, who, probably after a few late-night tequilas, told Admiral Paulet that British subjects in the Hawaiian Islands were being denied their "basic rights'....and oh yes, he also had some unclaimed land near Honolulu Harbor there as well...so if he could go check it out, he'd be really grateful. Paulet of course went to Oahu and started causing a ruckus and acting like an ass, demanding an audience with King Kamehameha the III, who was off-island at the time. To make a long story short, Paulet became mad when the King personally could not meet with him and sent correspondence through an appointed chief government minister, Gerrit Judd which pissed Paulet off no end. Paulet said if his demands were not met to cede all Hawaiian lands to the British crown, he would personally attack the city of Honolulu from his warship, the HMS Carysfort. Paulet ordered the burning of all Hawaiian flags he could find on the island and raised the British flag during the occupation. He cleared 156 people on the contested Charlton land and basically terrorized the King for those five months. Paulet even had cojones to appoint himself and three others to basically be the new government and in charge of all land transactions. Paulet was lucky he didn't land in Hawaii and started waving his ass-hattery around when Captain Cook landed in 1779 and was killed and subsequently eaten on Valentine's Day all those years prior, because that's what would have happened to him...ironically due to King Kamehameha the III's refinement and cultural cavorting with the British, made him a more "genial" King. In the old days before the internet and text messaging, everything had to be sent by boat, so Judd and Paulet both sent envoys to Britain to argue their side; Paulet argued for ceding the land the British and Judd argued for an independent Hawaii...well guess who won? By this time, Paulet's boss, an Admiral in the Royal Navy, caught wind of his underling's crazed antics and was really embarrassed. His boss was none other than the Admiral Richard Thomas, and since he out-ranked the unstable captain, the fiasco and occupation ended after Admiral Thomas handed back the Hawaiian Islands to King Kamehameha the III, who, gratefully named a park in honor of Admiral Thomas...which is called Thomas Square, today. Equally fascinating, is the fact that King Kamehameha the III uttered these words at the inauguration of the park on July 31, 1843 - Ua Mau ke Ea o ka Aina i ka Pono which became the state motto and translates to "The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness". So, let me get this straight: George Paulet occupied the islands, terrorizing the Hawaiians, burning all the Hawaiian flags and kicking off 156 residents off his friend's land and planted his butt in Honolulu Harbor, claiming he had the right, along with his three-other appointed cohorts, to take over the entire island of Oahu for the British Crown until he was relieved of duty by Admiral Thomas for a sovereign Hawaii....and the occupy hawaii peeps pick this place for their drawn-out protest??? The history of the park is fascinating, only marred by lack of parking, the dirty bathrooms and the scary people that frequent the park at all hours of the day (including the occupy hawaii folks from two years ago - Hello, do you guys even know the history of this park (how IRONIC this is) ??), drug addicts and hookers. The homeless, I don't mind so much...I've actually given more than a few shares of my 7-11 Lemon Bundt Cakes to them but it does mar the beauty of the park for families and people who want to experience the magic of such a pretty place. I only frequent this park when they have plant sales (with pretty hibiscus you cannot find anywhere else), other than that this is a place I choose to de-occupy.

    Margaret A.

    Pulling up to the curb alongside Thomas Square I knew we arrived in an historic part of town. After taking up most the afternoon at the Museum across the street, I just had to take a walk through this park. Somewhere along the way the importance of this landmark has faded through memories and time. The park sign has graffiti on it, the grass has seen better days and the restrooms are dark, unclean and scary for a girl to go in by herself. Still I persisted in my stroll throughout the park and I'm glad I did. The centerpiece is the beautiful, lovely fountain, perfectly surrounded by celestial Banyan trees. Homeless can be viewed in various states of undress, wakefulness and sleep. They don't seem to notice anyone beside them selves. If the Banyan trees could only talk, they would tell you what happened so long ago to make this place an historical landmark. The trees draw the abandoned, forgotten and homeless near to her center. An abundance of peace and love emanate from the tree's beautiful, magical center causing water cascading down, marking the entrance to another place in time. Nobody else seems to notice this place of deep significance. The trees care for and sing their special song, only to those who will listen. I'll save this story for another time. On July 26, 1843 Admiral Richard Darton Thomas sailed into Honolulu harbor with the intention to end the occupation by Lord George Paulet. On July 31, 1843 he handed the islands back to King Kamehameha III, who said, "The sovereignty of the land is perpetuated in righteousness", in a speech during a ceremony to mark his restoration. This became the state motto of Hawaii, incorporated into the Seal of Hawaii. Kamehameha III named the place where the ceremony was held in downtown Honolulu, Thomas Square in his honor. In 1925 it was made into a park managed by the City and County of Honolulu. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places, on April 25, 1972. It is state historic site, 80-14-9990. Wikipedia

    Alan T.

    Thomas Square has enormous potential of being something truly amazing. It should be a 5-star venue. The park is located between the Blaisdell Concert Hall and the Honolulu Museum of Art. Thomas Square could and should be the cultural hub of Honolulu. Instead, it has been neglected and is underutilized with an occasional plant sale or protest. I believe that this is the only public square in Honolulu, and every great city has a great main square. It wouldn't take much for it to become the centerpiece of the community. It is a nice-sized park with a working fountain, historic banyan trees, park benches, and restrooms. Just imagine, a gathering place for community events, art shows, cultural festivals, craft fairs, street musicians, zumba, food trucks, farmers markets, outdoor concerts, hula performances, etc., etc. It could serve our education community as well as our senior citizens. Thomas Square has the potential of being something special....

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    Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Park

    Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Park

    4.8(172 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    Visiting Pu'u Ualaka's State Park is on my top ten favorite things to do in Honolulu. The Park…read moreoffers spectacular views of the entire Southside of the Island. I travelled up Mount Tantalus to the Park yesterday with my daughter. We travelled through beautiful dense forest at the Park entrance. At the highest overlook, we could see everything and more from Diamond Head out to (and beyond) the airport. We could see all of Honolulu. I felt like we were on top of the world! Plaques offer fascinating overviews of the history and geology of the landmarks below. We could even see inside the famous tuff cone, Punch Bowl! Nearby is the first macadamia nut orchard in Hawaii. The overviews are paved with railings and easily accessible. The Park offers picnic areas with a couple pavilions and picnic tables. There is a charge for non-resident parking of $7 that can be paid electronically. Resident parking is free. Parking is limited, but there are several parking areas. We had no trouble finding parking mid week. Warning signs tell guest not to leave valuables in the car. Pu'u Ualaka'a State Park is only two miles from downtown Honolulu (maybe a couple more miles to the top). The Park is an easy 5 star and worth a visit.

    There is a lookout in this park that provides a panoramic view of Honolulu and Waikiki. The view is…read moregorgeous. Also a perfect place to watch sunset. One thing to note is that it does get really windy here. There are two parking lots available near this lookout. The one right next to the lookout is very small. It only holds about a dozen cars. The safer bet is to park at the slightly further parking lot with only a five minute walk to the Vista point.

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    Kapiolani Park - Picnic in the park

    Kapiolani Park

    4.5(192 reviews)
    2.9 miWaikiki

    My husband and I recently moved to this area from downtown Honolulu and we haven't really had a…read morechance to explore until this past Sunday. During this exploration, we found Kapi'olani park. This park was amazing!!! The views were beautiful, the park had an awesome vibe, and there are so many things to do. We ended up spending almost five hours there just enjoying the park, the beach, and the atmosphere.. If you're ever in the mood to get away from the hustle of Honolulu, I would highly recommend checking out Kapi'olani Park. It's truly worth it.

    This park has always held a special space in my heart. There's a certain special power at this…read moreparticular park that I can't put my fingers on. Located just across from Kaimana Beach, I come here after my weekday swims to dry off in the sun and immerse in its solitude. When here, the world feels quieter, calmer -- like everything noisy in my head softens to a whisper and the litter of cluttered thoughts melt away with each song of the birds. Maybe it's the mana of the ancients still lingering, guarding the spirit of this cultural sanctuary. A memory of Hawaiʻi from a simpler time, still alive in the bones of the land. Opened in 1877 by King Kalākaua and named for Queen Kapiʻolani, it ranks among the oldest public parks on Oʻahu -- sprawling across about 300 acres. The loop around the park is about 1.7 miles. Originally a Horse Racing Venue, the land was initially created for the Kapiʻolani Park Association, which organized horse racing events for Hawaiian royalty and elite families. The racetrack, called the Kapiʻolani Park Race Track, was a central attraction and helped foster equestrian culture among the aliʻi (nobility). Presently, it's also home to the Honolulu Zoo, Waikīkī Shell and the Bandstand, home of the Royal Hawaiian Band. With Diamond Head towering over the park like a gatekeeper, the park is scattered with all kinds of trees -- coconut palms swaying hypnotically in the breeze, monkeypods stretching wide, and banyan trees casting deep shade for anyone escaping the midday sun. These trees also serve as homes to all sorts of birds: the bold Red-crested Cardinal, the bright green Rose-ringed Parakeet, and the graceful Manu o Kū -- Honolulu's official bird. They're pure white seabirds that nest impossibly on bare tree branches. Of all the trees here, the banyan is my fave. They're spectacular in how they grow -- with long roots that drop from their branches like ropes. When those roots touch the ground, they become new trunks, and the tree keeps expanding outward. What starts as a single tree becomes something that looks like an entire forest. To me, the banyan is a living symbol of community. The strongest among us aren't the ones who stand alone -- they're the ones who grow wide enough to support others. Every branch sends down roots, not to separate, but to deepen connection. Over time, what began as one becomes a sheltering canopy for many. Kapiʻolani Park is peaceful during the day, but it comes alive in the evenings. You'll hear the joyful sounds of kids playing soccer and football, people doing yoga under the trees, and families laid out on picnic blankets under the fading sun. There's plenty of metered parking -- just 25 cents for 30 minutes, probably the cheapest in the city -- but fair warning: spots fill up fast in the evenings. Parking is free on the mountain side of the park. But that also fills up quickly in the evenings and weekends. Peace

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    Leahi Millennium Peace Circle Garden

    Leahi Millennium Peace Circle Garden

    4.8(11 reviews)
    4.0 miDiamond Head

    Finding the peace…read more.. Literally as Yelp direction kept leading me to Kapiolani Community College though close but not where it's at as it's actually to the left of Diamond Head State Park entrance which is quite easy to find. This little park is a slight hidden place that's pretty green and decently maintained with a couple of areas for you to enjoy one is closer to the entrance that has a lovely peek of the Wilhemina Rise area and a lovely place that I thought would be the perfect photo op spot for a cool gift from a thoughtful friend with BunBun is this cool cooler tote from TJ's! Using one of a bunch of stones and some benches for a place to relax and noticed a giant rock with a plaque that's a time capsule which will be opened on October 24, 2049! The other section is a bit more shaded as this circular garden has some stones placed with various peace quotes and though wanted to take more pics there was a gentleman chilling and didn't want to disturb him and majority of the area does have a path for easy access between gardens and up to Diamond Head as I've been here countless times and never knew this area existed is quite insane lol! A great spot for those that can't do the hike but enjoy a bit peace of time. Thank you!

    A chill little park outside of Diamond Head State Park. Great place to sit under the trees and…read morerelax after a hike at Diamond Head and before catching the bus back to town.

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    Moanalua Gardens

    Moanalua Gardens

    4.3(142 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    Moanalua Gardens is such a lovely, central place on Oahu to come and enjoy a little rest and…read morerelaxation in nature. My husband and I have been coming here for years, and remember coming here when we first started dating. The price went up a little bit to a few bucks a person, but it's still worth the entrance fee. We came back here with our kids, who had never been, and they had so much fun playing in and around the huge trees, running around the big open spaces, and feeding the ducks in the duck pond. A picnic was a delight at a table, and we brought a blanket to sit on and eat snacks again a little later while we were walking around. The bathrooms are nice and renovated. Really appreciate that touch. Overall, a great place to come for a little communue with nature.

    Having lived on Oahu most of my life, I'm surprised it took me this long to finally visit Moanalua…read moreGardens. For years, I was confused by the closed freeway gates, but we finally found our way in this past weekend. After grabbing some sweets in town and failing to find parking, we decided to head toward Moanalua. A last-minute turn (and some dramatic screams from my sister) landed us safely through the gates. Pro tip: Keep an eye out for the entrance--it comes up fast! Entry for Kama'aina is a very reasonable $4 per person. While it's not the most expansive botanical garden I've ever seen, it is a peaceful "secret" oasis right in the city. The massive monkeypod trees provide incredible shade for the many picnic tables available. We loved the duck pond and watching the turtles. You can even buy food to feed them, which is great for families. It's quiet, uncrowded, and perfect for a slow stroll across the bridge and along the stream. Just be sure to follow the signs and take your valuables with you when you park! And the bathroom , although indicates women, the signs hanging in the doors indicate men and the other two women. Restroom is nice and clean and I liked the classic farm sink and faucet.

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    Kaka'ako Waterfront Park - Waterfront

    Kaka'ako Waterfront Park

    4.0(115 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    If you're looking for a place to picnic, walk, or get away from the city, Kakaʻako Waterfront Park…read moreis the place to go! The park is very spacious and well-kept. There are trash cans, tables and chairs for picnicking, bathrooms, and showers throughout the park available for the public to use. Walking along the waterfront is so relaxing and the walking path is nicely paved with a great view of the ocean. There are always lots of people at the waterfront fishing, surfing, hanging out, running, and walking their dogs. I love coming here to walk my dog, since the park feels very safe and is always clean. Parking: There's a huge free parking lot in front of the entrance to the park that has a ton of stalls. The lot always has empty stalls available.

    If you haven't been go check it out. Nice park with plenty parking and hard stand restrooms. We…read morewent on a Sunday and I did park for free. I didn't swim here. I came for the 2025 Hawaii Hot Girl Walk. We met at field across the street from park then walked the whole park. The path is paved and you don't have to worry about getting lost. It's a simple down and back route and the coast. The walk was less than a mile down to 0.80. There down and back was almost 2 miles total. The weather was nice and had a great breeze throughout walk. Some people there were walking, hanging out or swimming. I would say it was swim at your own risk. They did have some areas that lead down to the water. Other areas people climbed down the rocks. I can't wait for the next Hot Girl Walk. You can find them on IG and Facebook for next event.

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    Foster Botanical Garden - The open-air butterfly garden is a must see area of Foster Botanical Garden.

    Foster Botanical Garden

    4.5(283 reviews)
    1.2 miKalihi

    What do I want to do on my birthday? Let's go take a walk in the park!…read more With the hustle and bustle of the holiday weekend and events here and there, I wanted somewhere less crowded and quiet. Foster Botanical Garden came to mind. I haven't been here for a very long time! The entrance is located along Vineyard Blvd. - westbound, right after the Kuan Yin Temple. There's plenty of free parking. Out of all the City and County botanical gardens, this is the only one with admission, but it's well worth the price - $5 for adults, $3 for Hawai'i Residents, $1 Children 6-12 (so, 13+ are adults?), and free for kids 5 and under. There is a free docent-led 90-minute tour at 10:30am - every Monday and Wednesday to Saturday - anyone can join. Walk-ins okay if there's space, or make reservations via email or phone. Before heading in, you can grab a map and a bird checklist. The garden itself is very well kept and quite spacious. There are two restrooms - one on the left and another on the right. They were quite clean! All areas, trees, and plants are clearly marked. Be on the lookout for the "exceptional trees" such as the Baobab, which looks like elephant legs; Cannonball Tree, Kapok, and etc. The Orchid Collection in the greenhouse has a nice variety with the infamous Corpse Flower. Overall, a very nice, well-maintained place to visit and worth the admission fee. Even though you're in town, next to the freeway and busy streets around, you still feel a sense of relaxation and calm while connecting with nature and admiring the vast collection of trees and plants. I wouldn't mind getting the annual pass for $25 just to take my lunch here!

    Was still open at the end of the year and New Year's Eve which was lovely for a holiday stroll :)…read moreWas kinda busy which was nice because usually when we got it's kinda empty. People want to come during the holidays :D

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    Foster Botanical Garden - A closer look inside a Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis) flower. These trees are commonly seen around Hindu temples in India.

    A closer look inside a Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis) flower. These trees are commonly seen around Hindu temples in India.

    Foster Botanical Garden - The Corpose Plant is one of the most popular specimens in our collection! This endagered species only blooms once every 2 to 5 years.

    The Corpose Plant is one of the most popular specimens in our collection! This endagered species only blooms once every 2 to 5 years.

    Foster Botanical Garden - The Main Lawn located on the norther, mauka most portion of the botanical garden.

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    The Main Lawn located on the norther, mauka most portion of the botanical garden.

    Booth District Park

    Booth District Park

    4.6(25 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    We went to Booth District Park a few weeks ago. It was my first time going there that I remember…read more It's a pretty big park and they have parking spaces all around the park. We went there for the playground but there wasn't any spaces in front of the playground so we had to walk just a little to get there. It's a really nice park to go to if you're in the area. They have a nice field, playground, basketball courts, and pickle ball courts. The playground is a little different from others because it has a zip line for kids. You hang onto a handle and with enough momentum you can swing yourself to the other side. My daughter loved that when we went to a park in California and we just never saw one of those in Hawaii. But now we know... They do exist! The playground is also in the shade so you won't get fried when waiting for your kids to finish playing. And there is a bench to sit and rest while you wait. Great park, we hope to go back there soon.

    This is a hidden gem in the heart of Pauoa…read more When I heard about the Yelp Earth Day Challenge, Booth Park immediately came to mind. My husband works for the DOE and wanted to "check out" this park last year. Although we live in Moiliili, the drive is quick since it's right off the freeway. So glad we did... It's now one of our top 3 parks to take the boys! The facilities are well maintained, shaded by the huge trees that offer parents and kids shelter from the midday sun. My oldest son (4.5yrs) loves the swings and riding his scooter around the basketball and tennis courts. My youngest (3rd) enjoys jumping off the concrete benches and mastering the playground (which is more elaborate than the usual city park playgrounds around town). There's spinning chairs, slides, a mini zip line, drums, and chimes that kids can make music with! So cool! Parking is fairly easy to find around the park perimeter. Area has been consistently safe when we take the kids (about once every couple of weeks). Great for all ages but adult supervision is still recommended esp for the littles.

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