Kauai County Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular cities in Kauai County
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
- Shipwreck Beach
- Lawai Beach
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
- Princeville Center
- Princeville Makai Golf Club
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
- Kalapaki Beach
- Nawiliwili Bay
- Kauai Museum
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
- Hanalei Bay
- Makua Beach
- Ke'e Beach
Kapaa
Known for Beaches, Islands and Hiking
Set at the base of Nounou Mountain (aka the Sleeping Giant), Kapaa is a charming little town that will embrace you as part of the community.
Reasons to visit
- Waipouli Beach
- Wailua Falls
- Smith's Tropical Paradise
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
- Mt. Waialeale
