Kauai County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kauai Island featuring general coastal views, island views and a gorge or canyon
Kauai Island which includes forest scenes and a cascade
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Kauai County
Kilauea showing general coastal views

Popular cities in Kauai County

Koloa featuring a beach and general coastal views
Koloa
Known for Beaches, Sea and Gardens
With its old-fashioned charm and stunning natural surroundings, Kauaʻi’s southernmost town offers a diverse range of delights that epitomize a tropical getaway.

Reasons to visit

  • Poipu Beach
  • Lawai Beach
  • Shipwreck Beach
Lihue showing a coastal town and a beach
Lihue
Known for Beaches, Islands and Excursions
Relax on one of the many sandy beaches, visit varied cultural museums and historic plantations and try a traditional luau.

Reasons to visit

  • Nawiliwili Bay
  • Kalapaki Beach
Hanalei which includes a gorge or canyon and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Hanalei
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Dramatic landscapes, world-class waves and an authentic village atmosphere make this Hawaiian town an ideal getaway throughout the year.

Reasons to visit

  • Makua Beach
  • Ke'e Beach
Waimea Canyon showing landscape views and a gorge or canyon
Waimea
Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Sea
Just minutes from the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” this village is celebrated as the first Hawaiian landing place of Captain Cook and for it’s quaint island charm.

Reasons to visit

  • Waimea Canyon
  • Waimea Canyon State Park
Princeville which includes general coastal views
Princeville
Known for Beaches, Sea and Islands
Explore a stunning golf course overlooking the Pacific Ocean, enjoy the views and relax on the beaches of this fashionable town.

Reasons to visit

  • Hideaways Beach
Kapaa showing a gorge or canyon and general coastal views
Kapaa
Known for Beaches, Islands and Hiking
Explore the scenic nature trails and busy shops of this pleasant town that lies in the shadow of the Sleeping Giant.

Reasons to visit

  • Wailua Falls