What to do In Waimea, HI
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Places To Go In Waimea
Welcome, traveler, to Waimea. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Waimea
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Waimea. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Waimea? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Waimea attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
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Mauna Kea Beach
Visit what was once the most expensive hotel ever built, one of the first resorts in the region.

Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
Walk across the white sand of this idyllic beach to reach the warm Hawaiian waters beyond.

Waialea Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Waialea Beach during your travels in Puako? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
Play a round of golf at Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and enjoy other activities in Kamuela such as snorkeling. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Mauna Lani Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mauna Lani Beach during your trip to Kamuela? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the snorkeling spots.
Hapuna Golf Course
Play a round of golf at Hapuna Golf Course and enjoy other activities in Kamuela such as snorkeling. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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