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Fern Grotto Cruise
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Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
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Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
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Lucky Lady Deluxe - Na Pali Morning Snorkel or Sunset Snorkel Dinner Tour
What to do in Lihue
Popular places to visit

Nawiliwili Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nawiliwili Bay during your travels in Lihue. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

Kalapaki Beach
Learn to surf in this protected cove, rent a canoe or catamaran and enjoy the picturesque vista of verdant green mountains.

Kauai Museum
Watch a movie to learn about the island’s history and listen to the fascinating tales of James Cook and the Hawaiian monarchy.

Lydgate Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lydgate Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lihue. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

Kilohana Plantation
Marvel at fire dancers and learn about Polynesian history after a tasty luau and ride through the tropical forest on an elegant train.

Grove Farm Homestead
Visit this beautifully preserved 19th-century plantation to learn about Hawaii’s sugar cane heritage and see many of the homestead’s original buildings.

Kitchens Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kitchens Beach during your trip to Lihue? Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the local tours.
Nawiliwili Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Lihue with a trip to Nawiliwili Harbor. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Kauai Lagoons Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Lihue at Kauai Lagoons Golf Club. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the local tours.
Areas of Lihue

Nawiliwili
While visiting Nawiliwili, you might make a stop by sights like Nawiliwili Harbor and Kalapaki Beach.

Hanamaulu
You'll love the stunning beaches in Hanamaulu, and you might want to stick around to check out Hanamaulu Beach Park, a top place to visit.

Kapaia
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Kapaia. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Kauai Museum and The Ocean Course at Hokuala, a few notable attractions nearby.

Puhi
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travelers like about Puhi. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Kilohana Plantation and Puakea Golf Course are a few top places to visit.