Location: Kapaa
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Top 10 Things to do in Kapaa, Hawaii (HI)
Kapaa, also spelled Kapa'a, means "solid" in Hawaiian. Travelers find this small town, nestled at the base of Nounou (the Sleeping Giant) Mountain on Kauai tourist friendly with its diverse array of hotels, shopping centers, and restaurants. The Kinipopo Shopping Village is a favorite for its fun eateries and small keepsake shops. Look for the "Kauai Made" logo for products made by local craftsmen using traditional materials. Kappa also offers water sports, including water skiing and kayaking.
Restaurants in Kapaa
1. Kauai Path
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 839 reviews
Reviewed By NicolleZ - Holt, United States
Great for all ages, my sister and parents and I had a wonderful bike ride along the coast. The paved path made for easy riding and there were plenty of pull-offs and scenic overlooks. You might even see a sea turtle or two! The rented bikes had baskets and bells on them. Bring water, sunscreen and a hat!
2. Kauai's Hindu Monastery
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4.5 based on 433 reviews
Reviewed By anitavchawla
This is a spiritual visit, and even if you are not religious or follow Hinduism, it's worth a visit because of the energy and peacefulness of the place. I have visited many Hindu temples around the world, but this is unique. It's also the first time we were able to visit a Hindu temple undergoing construction and talk to the sculptors. They said that each tap on the stone is an act of worship. The temple is built on a majestic part of the hill and it's where the founding Swami saw Shiva in 1969. We were blessed to talk to the founding swamis and hear his perspective on life and death, and how the temple came to fruition. Also, if you wear shorts to the temple, they have sarongs at the entrance where you can wrap yourself waist down.
3. Sleeping Giant Trail
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4.5 based on 842 reviews
Reviewed By TravelinD1 - Plymouth, United States
Great hike, gives you a nice workout, with only one area that you need to scramble on. It is listed as one of the hardest on the easy list. If you are a hiker and like a bit of a challenge this is for you. Beautiful views, can be slippery if wet.
4. The Glass Shack
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4.5 based on 33 reviews
We are a live studio/gallery, we specialize in boro-silicate lamp worked glass (pyrex). We have a large variety of both art and functional pieces and you can have anything custom made. come see live glass blowing at The Glass Shack open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
5. Nani Moon Mead LLC
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4.5 based on 79 reviews
A perfect stop for those who enjoy local wineries and breweries. Nani Moon Meadery and Tasting Room is Hawaii's only producer of mead, honey wine; handcrafted exclusively from locally sourced honey, fruits, and spices, without the use of chemical additives such as sulfates.
6. Kuilau Ridge Trail
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4.5 based on 221 reviews
Reviewed By 6derrickg - Kansas City, United States
We hiked this in Nov 2020, on a day with a lot of rain. Trail was muddy but the footing was OK- you'll get a little dirty, but the views on this trail are totally worth it! Starting about 1/2 mile in, you'll get beautiful vistas of the mountains, rainforest, and the ocean off in the distance.
7. Kadavul Hindu Temple
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By HarlanFisherIV - Kauai, United States
I've been numerous times to this beautiful place, when friends visit from the mainland, always take them there. They have a guided tour once a week, you need to call for a reservation if you decide to go because of limited parking space. Otherwise, you can go there anytime without a reservation and cruise the grounds, but you won't get back to the temple which is being built unless you are with the guided tour. There is a dress code, best to google this activity to understand when they open, when the service is, and how to get there. It's free, there's a nice gift store if you want to make a purchase, a donation is warranted, but not required.
8. Smiths Tropical Paradise
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4.5 based on 538 reviews
Reviewed By FarAway35393587817
I was immediately struck by the friendliness of the staff from the parking lot on. Everyone was well prepared to assist in any way. The ticket line was streamlined as we purchased tickets in advance and moved quickly through. We were greeted with shell necklaces which was a nice touch. The grounds were beautiful and there was just enough time to walk around it before the Imu ceremony. Afterwards, we grabbed some Mai Tai's that were already out at the bar. Some tables were reserved for families, but we were told to go to anyplace that had a napkin put in the glass as that meant it was open and available. It was nice to have a covered area with open sides to sit in as we did get a few drizzles of rain but enjoyed the breezes.. The buffet was very tasty with lots of variety. Again it was well run and everyone moved through pretty quickly. We found that after the first rush for drinks, we could go to the other bar and order any cocktail we wanted with little wait time. There was entertainment during dinner and afterwards we strolled over to an amphitheater for the show. I found the show to have lots of variety, the dancers seemed to enjoy their roles and it was impressive.
9. Lae Nani Beach
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Phebesca - Eureka, United States
Great place to watch the waves and enjoy a rocky shore filled with driftwood. Wouldn’t recommend for swimming or snorkeling, at least not with high surf conditions. Sand is very soft and grainy so walking the beach is difficult. No turtles, seals or whales during our stay.
10. Ho'olalaea Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By ccastellar2017 - Vancouver, Canada
Really easy to access, loads of parking and the natural beauty will take your breath away... just 20 feet away is another large parking lot with beautiful views right over the Wailua River out to the ocean - a MUST DO!!!
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