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What are the best things to do in Kona?

My wife and I just booked a three-week trip to Hawaii. We’re going to spend a majority of the time on the Big Island to avoid crowds while also seeing Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. I found a great deal on an Airbnb in Kona, so on some days, we may just explore locally. What are some of the must-see attractions in Kona?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Kona is one of the most relaxed seaside towns in
Hawaii
, so if you want to avoid the crowds, you’re in the right place. While the volcanoes are the big-ticket item on the island, Kona still provides plenty of entertainment options to keep you busy. The best things to do in Kona are:
  • Explore Hulihee Palace. Once the vacation home of Hawaiian royalty, the palace is now a museum that showcases koa wood furniture, Victorian artifacts, and more. It’s open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $10.
  • Go on a manta ray or dolphin adventure. Several companies run these types of tours, so you’re sure to find something that fits into your schedule.
  • Take a tour of Thunder Mountain Coffee Plantation. Open seven days a week, the plantation offers 4x4 tours, lava tube walks, or just a cup of fresh joe.
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