The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Oahu, Hawaii (HI)

October 24, 2021 Darwin Bolte

The Hawaiian island of Oahu is a surfer’s paradise, with swelling waves that can reach epic heights. No wonder, then, that it’s the site of one of the world’s premier competitions, the Triple Crown of Surfing. If hanging ten isn’t your thing, you can still enjoy the beautiful beaches – particularly famous Waikiki Beach in Honolulu. Art connoisseurs will appreciate the annual Hale'iwa Arts Festival, a celebration of local crafts, painting, jewelry, sculpture, dance, and music.
Restaurants in Oahu

1. Pu’U’Ohulu Kai

87 Kaukama St, Waianae, Oahu, HI
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Pu’U’Ohulu Kai

Reviewed By secretagentgs - Honolulu, United States

This hike is affectionally known as the pink pillbox hike. It’s on the west coast Oahu so it’s off the beaten path so-to-speak, but this hike and locale is amazing!! It’s a good hike, definitely not for the weak hearted since it’s high up and on a winding path that is narrow at points and offers no protection from sliding off the path. But you have to check it out, and I highly recommend going at sunset...the views are AMAZING! There are a few different pillboxes & artifacts from a war and a time past! Super cool spot!!

2. Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens

45-680 Luluku Rd, Kaneohe, Oahu, HI 96744-1855 +1 808-233-7323 [email protected] http://www.honolulu.gov/parks/trees-gardens/honolulu-botanical-gardens.html?id=569:ho#96;omaluhia-botanical-garden&catid=182:site-dpr-cat&Itemid=2069
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4.5 based on 380 reviews

Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens

A 200 acre botanical garden.

Reviewed By 87EdS - Birmingham, United States

Wonderful gardens, well maintained and laid it. Hiking is awesome for neophytes all the way to experienced folk. Well worth your time; fascinating collection of tropical plants.

3. Kane'ohe Bay

Kaneohe, Oahu, HI
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4.5 based on 135 reviews

Kane'ohe Bay

Reviewed By Tivi50 - Bolton, United Kingdom

Worth a visit! Absolutely beautiful - caution re swimming though as there are sharks at some times of the year

4. Wahiawa Botanical Garden

1396 California Ave, Wahiawa, Oahu, HI 96786-2534 +1 808-621-7321 http://www.co.honolulu.hi.us/parks/hbg/wbg.htm
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4.5 based on 152 reviews

Wahiawa Botanical Garden

A 27-acre forest with native plants in central Oahu.

Reviewed By Watermaniac2

Fantastic views and learning experience. The attraction was very clean and maintained nicely. Was an excellent stop and Can’t beat the price too....free!

5. Waimea Valley

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4.5 based on 2,434 reviews

Waimea Valley

Experience Hawaiʻiʻs Living Culture in Waimea Valley, deeply rooted in authentic Hawaiian History, Culture, Spirituality and Tradition. Waimea Valley is a world apart from Waikiki, be in the quiet of nature, beautiful flowers, rare plants, cultural sites and a beautiful waterfall for swimming.

6. Waimanalo Beach

41 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo, Oahu, HI 96795-1299
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4.5 based on 715 reviews

Waimanalo Beach

A large beach in Oahu.

Reviewed By gbmir3 - Houston, United States

Incredibly beautiful beach, with soft sand, great waves and beautiful clear blue water. Plenty of room, very uncrowned even on State holiday.

7. Bishop Museum

1525 Bernice St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96817-2704 +1 808-843-7654 [email protected] http://www.BishopMuseum.org
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4.5 based on 2,774 reviews

Bishop Museum

Bishop Museum was founded in 1889 by Charles Reed Bishop in honor of his late wife, Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the last descendant of the royal Kamehameha family. The Museum was established to house the extensive collection of Hawaiian artifacts and royal family heirlooms of the Princess, and has expanded to include millions of artifacts, documents and photographs about Hawai'i and other Pacific island cultures. Today, Bishop Museum is the largest museum in the state and the premier natural and cultural history institution in the Pacific, recognized throughout the world for its cultural collections, research projects, consulting services and public educational programs. It also has one of the largest natural history specimen collections in the world. Serving and representing the interests of Native Hawaiians is a primary purpose of the Museum.

Reviewed By 281patriciaq - Racine, United States

The Bishop Museum has a fascinating history and collection of artifacts dating back to the earliest contacts of the Island people with the white explorers. The feather capes and headdresses worn by the Hawaiian chiefs and kings retain their beautiful colors, and the intricate detail work and construction is lovely. The history of the Hawaiian people, and their interactions with people of other island nations is documented and explained in great detail, and serves as a wonderful education in Hawaiian history.

8. Honolulu Museum of Art

900 S Beretania St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96814-1495 +1 808-532-8700 [email protected] http://www.honolulumuseum.org
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4.5 based on 1,262 reviews

Honolulu Museum of Art

One of the world’s premier art museums presents international caliber special exhibitions and features a collection that includes Hokusai, van Gogh, Gauguin, Monet, Picasso and Warhol, as well as traditional Asian and Hawaiian art. Located in two of Honolulu’s most beautiful buildings, visitors enjoy two cafés, gardens, and films and concerts at the theater. Other location: Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House

Reviewed By salinasorchidboy - Pahoa, United States

If you need some quiet time with culture and even a bite to eat this is a wonderful place to visit...........there is always something interesting to see on display with a first-class permanent collection of art and antiques.......in a setting of beautiful gardens and interesting architecture...

9. Hawaii Plantation Village

94-695 Waipahu St, Waipahu, Oahu, HI 96797-2601 +1 808-677-0110 http://www.hawaiiplantationvillage.org/
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4.5 based on 196 reviews

Hawaii Plantation Village

A sugar cane plantation village with 30 homes open to the public for viewing.

Reviewed By BoardingPass728479

Excellent tour! Very informative and interesting! The docent was very knowledgeable Great insight into the immigrants that came here to work on the sugar cane plantations and also to see the living conditions.

10. Lyon Arboretum

3860 Manoa Rd University of Hawaii-Manoa, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96822-1198 +1 808-988-0456 [email protected] http://manoa.hawaii.edu/lyonarboretum/
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4.5 based on 415 reviews

Lyon Arboretum

Part of the University of Hawaii, the Lyon Arboretum offers 194 acres and a research facility.

Reviewed By Nomad527202

Its beautiful but gets wet on the uneven trail. Lots of trees you won't see anywhere else, also beautiful flowers and orchids.

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