Things to Do in Poipu
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Things to Do in Poipu

25 curated spots from Poipu itineraries

Activities & Attractions

12 curated experiences

Allerton Garden Tour
Do
morning

Allerton Garden Tour

Guided walk through movie-famous gardens and fountains.

2h 30m · $60/person
Brennecke's Beach
Do
afternoon

Brennecke's Beach

Bodyboarding and people-watching on lively sands.

1h 30m · Free
Kauai Surf School
Do
morning

Kauai Surf School

Private or semi-private couples surf lesson.

2h · $120/person
Koloa Heritage Trail
Do
morning

Koloa Heritage Trail

Self-guided historic sites, shops, and plantation history.

2h · Free
Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail
Do
afternoon

Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail

3-mile coastal hike to beaches, caves, and dunes.

2h 30m · Free
National Tropical Botanical Garden (McBryde Garden)
Do
morning

National Tropical Botanical Garden (McBryde Garden)

Guided tour of exotic plants, ponds, and historic fountains.

2h · $30/person
Poipu Beach Park
Do
afternoon

Poipu Beach Park

Swim in calm waters, spot monk seals, and relax on golden sands.

2h · Free
Prince Kuhio Park
Do
afternoon

Prince Kuhio Park

Quiet beach cove for snorkeling and relaxation.

1h 30m · Free
Shipwreck Beach
Do
afternoon

Shipwreck Beach

Cliff views, optional jump (for adventurous), beach picnic.

1h 30m · Free
Spouting Horn Beach Park
Do
morning

Spouting Horn Beach Park

Watch ocean blowhole erupt, explore tide pools and shops.

1h · Free
Sunset Beach Stroll at Poipu
Do
evening

Sunset Beach Stroll at Poipu

Final romantic walk, reflections, and photos.

1h · Free
Waiohai Beach
Do
afternoon

Waiohai Beach

Calm lagoon for kayaking or SUP sunset paddle.

1h 30m · $40/rental

Restaurants & Food

13 local favorites

Anuenue Juice Bar
Eat
morning

Anuenue Juice Bar

Fresh juices, smoothies, and poke nachos.

1h · $15-25 per person
Aulii Luau
Eat
evening

Aulii Luau

Traditional Hawaiian buffet with hula and fire show.

3h · $140/person
Da Crack
Eat
afternoon

Da Crack

Casual poke bowls and plate lunches with local flavors.

45m · $15-25 per person
Island Variety Poipu
Eat
morning

Island Variety Poipu

Local coffee, pastries, and breakfast burritos.

45m · $12-20 per person
Java Kai
Eat
morning

Java Kai

Smoothies, coffee, and baked goods.

45m · $10-20 per person
Koloa Fish Market
Eat
afternoon

Koloa Fish Market

Fresh poke plates and local grindz.

45m · $15-25 per person
Poipu Shopping Village Food Court
Eat
afternoon

Poipu Shopping Village Food Court

Mixed plate lunches and shave ice.

1h · $15-25 per person
Red Salt at Ko'a Kea
Eat
evening

Red Salt at Ko'a Kea

Farm-to-table seafood and sunset terrace dining.

1h 30m · $30-45 per person
Resort Breakfast Buffet at Koloa Landing
Eat
morning

Resort Breakfast Buffet at Koloa Landing

Fresh tropical fruits, omelets, and ocean-view seating.

1h · $20-30 per person
Stevenson's Library
Eat
evening

Stevenson's Library

Upscale cocktails and Hawaiian dishes in elegant setting.

1h 30m · $35-50 per person
The Beach House
Eat
evening

The Beach House

Oceanfront Hawaiian fusion; order fresh poke or seafood linguine with sunset views.

1h 30m · $30-45 per person
Tiki Iniki
Eat
evening

Tiki Iniki

Tiki bar with pupus, mai tais, and Hawaiian plates.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Yama's Fish Market
Eat
evening

Yama's Fish Market

Gourmet poke and seafood specials.

1h 15m · $20-35 per person

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