What to do and see in Lihue, Hawaii (HI): The Best Things to do Good for Kids

March 29, 2022 Lashaunda Abraham

Lihue, Kauai's capital city, is also served by the island's only airport, making it the most popular port of entry to Kauai and a hub of industry on this small island. However, Lihue retains its island charm and emerald beauty despite its urbanization. Spend the day sunbathing and dipping into the temperate waters at Kalapaki Beach before enjoying a luau at Kilohana Plantation. Step out of town to witness breathtaking Wailua Falls cascading over tiered stone to a drop of 80 feet.
Restaurants in Lihue

1. Captain Don's Sportfishing

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Captain Don's Sportfishing

With Captain Don's Kauai Sport Fishing and Ocean Adventures you can catch mahi mahi, dorado ahi, yellowfin tuna, waho, ono, marlin, sharks, amber jacks, barracuda, giant travalie and much more. The best part is you will catch these amazing fish while cruising the tropical coast of Kauai.

2. Kauai Island Shuttle

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Kauai Island Shuttle

We provide customized private tours on Kauai. Choose one of our most popular tours or let us create an exclusive tour just for you. Experienced, friendly guides will take you places big buses can't go!

3. Kauai Sailing Charters

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Kauai Sailing Charters

Come Sail Away on Kauai's only monohull sailing charter for the experience of a Lifetime. Our new Oceanis 41' sailboat is available for 1/2 day shared or private charter for an intimate sail. Take the helm, trim the sails or just sit back and enjoy the ride. It's all up to you. Although we are certified for more, we limit all charters to no more than 6 passengers. USCG licensed crew

4. Kauai Backcountry Adventures

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Kauai Backcountry Adventures

Our one-of-a-kind Kauai activities include tubing down an old sugar plantation irrigation system, through open canals and several tunnels hand-dug circa 1870. Or you can soar through the air on our 7-line zipline course, traversing the side of a mountain down to a lush bamboo grove. Through it all you will learn about our island’s history, culture and natural environment. Come join us and take home memories for a lifetime!

5. Wings Over Kauai Air Tour

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Wings Over Kauai Air Tour

Climb aboard our new Australian made G8 AirVan for your personalized Grand Deluxe Tour of the most beautiful landscape in the world! Soar through the Waimea Canyon, then catch your breath as the majestic cathedral spires of the Na Pali are suddenly beneath you. Fly alongside the ridgeline behind the lovely Hanalei Bay, and travel south to see the numerous waterfalls of Hanalei Valley as well as the crater below Kauai’s Mt. Wai`ale`ale (weather permitting). In winter months whale watching may be feasible. Our experienced pilots will share with you the rich history and mythical lore of Kauai; you can ask numerable questions using our two-way intercom system and enjoy the feeling of good old fashioned hospitality. Only Wings Over Kauai features an expert agricultural narrative (created by our owner and chief operating pilot, the research scientist, Dr. Bruce Coulombe). At approximately 60-65 minutes, this safe and thrilling experience is the ultimate air tour of the Garden Island.

6. Kipu Ranch Adventures

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Kipu Ranch Adventures

Kipu Ranch Adventures, located on the lush island of Kauai, is proud to be one of the top eco-tours in Hawaii. We enable visitors and residents alike to discover the rich history, landscape and legends that make Kauai activities unique. Ride through lush green pastures, venture down into tropical Hule'ia Valley, and ascend to majestic Haupu for a breathtaking view of Kipu Kai, Kauai's untouched paradise. Experience many blockbuster movie spots such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Outbreak, and Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark. This is tropical 4x4 off road touring at its finest.

7. Air Ventures Hawaii

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Air Ventures Hawaii

Experience a 60 minute air tour of some of the most spectacularly beautiful scenery you will ever see. Air Ventures Hawaii offers 3 unique options for flight travel around the beautiful island of Kauai. Board our 6 passenger G-8 Airvan for breathtaking views of our diversely landscaped Island of Kauaii. During your 60-minute flight, you will view, from your large bubble window, the lush valleys, picturesque Waimea Canyon, cascading waterfalls, miles of Kauai's scenic beaches, as well as the magnificent Kalalau cathedrals of the NaPali Coast. For a more private air tour we offer a Cessna 182 affording the same awe inspiring views, but with only two or three passengers per flight on your 60-minute tour. Air Ventures Hawaii also offers you the ride of a lifetime in our 60-minute air tour in Kauai's only open cockpit bi-plane, our YMF-5 Classic Aircraft. While the pilot operates the controls from the rear, our passengers sit side-by-side in the comfortable OPEN cockpit. Each passenger has the option of wearing a nostalgic cloth helmet and goggles, together with a modern headset providing continuous two-way communication with the pilot.

8. Kauai Bound

3486 Rice St, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1711 +1 808-320-3779 [email protected] http://www.kauaiboundstore.com/
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Kauai Bound

Aloha, while I was very excited to open back up in November, the continuing issues with the Pandemic and the mandatory quarantine for all visitors to the island of Kaua`i has forced me to close temporarily again for the near future. I am hoping it will just be the next week or so. I look forward to greeting everyone back to this amazing island soon. Aloha, Kauai Bound is a locally owned and operated snorkel and golf equipment rental shop with a new location in Lihue. Walking distance from the cruise ships and the Marriott, just off Kalapaki Bay, Kauai Bound will get you set up with your snorkel, beach, underwater camera, and golf rentals. We now carry the second generation Full Face Masks as well as the top of the line standard sets.

Reviewed By Cstangle

We have been To Kauai a few times now, I wish we knew about this place before this trip. We will forever get our gear from Chris / Hawaii Bound! Customer service was top notch, not to mention you cannot find a better price on the island! We got the full face mask, fins, 2 chairs and umbrella! He had many options for snorkeling gear all in amazing condition!

9. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

4453 Kapaia Rd, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-9420 http://www.icchurchlihue.com/
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Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

Reviewed By Travel_the_world11 - Clive, United States

Located in Lihue, this was our ‘home away from home’ church. It’s a beautiful open church. A small grotto replica reminds of the Lourdes connection when Mary told Bernadette ‘I am the Immaculate Conception’, thus letting the more educated of the time know that Bernadette was telling the truth. Church had open windows & doors that let in the warm Hawai’i wind & flower perfume. The locals were wonderful & welcoming. They asked visitors to stand for a blessing. They gave us each a seashell necklace too. It’s on a steep drive in. They announced future construction plans, beginning of 2020. Wonderful place of worship!

10. Ali'i Air Tours & Charters

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Ali'i Air Tours & Charters

Private Doors Off Helicopter and Airplane Sightseeing tours of Kauai and the forbidden Island of Ni'ihau. Nicknamed the "Garden Island," Kauai's stunning natural beauty includes the rugged Na Pali Coast and the massive Waimea Canyon, known as "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific."Experience the Waimea Canyon, Napali Coastline, Jurassic Falls, Wailua River, Wailua Falls and much, much more. We are the only company on Kauai that offers 2 types of aircraft for your viewing experience. A Robinson R44 Helicopter or our P68 High wing airplane. When you fly with us you are part of our Ohana (family in Hawaiian). We go the extra mile for your sightseeing pleasure. We also offer Private Interisland air charters. If you want to get whisked away to another Island we will be airborne within 15 minutes of your arrival at the airport. No long check in and security lines. Pet friendly and 24 hours service to any Hawaiian Island. Call now for our unique Kauai air tour specials.

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