Highest-rated things to do in Hawaii, according to Tripadvisor

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June 18, 2024
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Highest-rated things to do in Hawaii, according to Tripadvisor

When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.

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Indeed, even if you've lived in Hawaii your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Hawaii reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Hawaii using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of June 3, 2024.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Hawaii, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

#30. CJM Country Stables

- Rating: 5/5 (1,857 reviews)
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#29. Mauka Warriors Luau

- Rating: 5/5 (362 reviews)
- Address: 94-1211 Kunia Road Wahiawa, Hawaii
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#28. Moana Glass by Ryan Staub

- Rating: 5/5 (131 reviews)
- Address: 1203 Keawe St. Lahaina, Hawaii
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#27. Toa Luau

- Rating: 5/5 (1,720 reviews)
- Address: 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy Waimea Valley Haleiwa, Hawaii
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#26. Ko Hana Distillers

- Rating: 5/5 (822 reviews)
- Address: 92-1770 Kunia Road Kunia Camp Waipahu, Hawaii
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#25. Maui Animal Farm

- Rating: 5/5 (179 reviews)
- Address: 264 Haniu St. Lahaina, Hawaii
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#24. Greenwell Farms

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,559 reviews)
- Address: 81-6581 Mamalahoa Hwy Kealakekua, Hawaii
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#23. Mike Carroll Gallery

- Rating: 5/5 (425 reviews)
- Address: 443 7th St. Lanai City, Hawaii
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#22. Kula Kai Caverns

- Rating: 5/5 (222 reviews)
- Address: 92-8864 Lauhala Drive Ocean View, Hawaii
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#21. Maui Coconut Tour at Punakea Palms

- Rating: 5/5 (531 reviews)
- Address: 225 Punakea Loop Lahaina, Hawaii
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#20. Hawaiian Vanilla Company

- Rating: 5/5 (1,631 reviews)
- Address: 43-2007 Paauilo Mauka Road Paauilo, Hawaii
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#19. Lanai Cat Sanctuary

- Rating: 5/5 (557 reviews)
- Address: 1 Kaupili Road Lanai City, Hawaii
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#18. Hawaiian Organic Noni

- Rating: 5/5 (417 reviews)
- Address: 11 Larson Beach Road Kilauea, Hawaii
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#17. Kahuku Farms

- Rating: 5/5 (461 reviews)
- Address: 56-800 Kamehameha Hwy Kahuku, Hawaii
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#16. International Market Place

- Rating: 4/5 (1,007 reviews)
- Address: 2330 Kalākaua Ave. Honolulu, Hawaii
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#15. Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary

- Rating: 5/5 (425 reviews)
- Address: 73-1865 Hao St. Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
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#14. Heavenly Hawaiian Kona Coffee Farm Tours & Konalani Coffee Bar

- Rating: 5/5 (511 reviews)
- Address: 78-1136 Bishop Road Holualoa, Hawaii
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#13. The Vanillerie

- Rating: 5/5 (596 reviews)
- Address: 73-4301 Laui St. Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
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#12. Nā Pali Coast State Park

- Rating: 5/5 (1,981 reviews)
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#11. Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1,863 reviews)
- Address: 4051 Omaopio Road Kula, Hawaii
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#10. Princeville Botanical Gardens

- Rating: 5/5 (1,563 reviews)
- Address: 3840 Ahonui Place Princeville, Hawaii
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#9. Waikiki Beach

- Rating: 4/5 (18,820 reviews)
- Address: 2270 Kalākaua Ave. Honolulu, Hawaii
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#8. Maui Pineapple Tour

- Rating: 5/5 (4,380 reviews)
- Address: 883 Haliimaile Road Makawao, Hawaii
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#7. Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

- Rating: 4.5/5 (17,197 reviews)
- Address: 100 Hanauma Bay Road Honolulu, Hawaii
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#6. Lydgate Farms Kauai Chocolate

- Rating: 5/5 (2,662 reviews)
- Address: 5730 Olohena Road Kapaa, Hawaii
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#5. Iolani Palace

- Rating: 4.5/5 (8,243 reviews)
- Address: 364 South King St. Honolulu, Hawaii
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#4. Waimea Canyon State Park

- Rating: 5/5 (8,628 reviews)
- Address: Waimea Canyon Drive Waimea, Hawaii
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#3. Pearl Harbor National Memorial

- Rating: 4.5/5 (13,853 reviews)
- Address: 1 Arizona Memorial Place Honolulu, Hawaii
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#2. USS Arizona Memorial

- Rating: 4.5/5 (27,214 reviews)
- Address: 1 Arizona Memorial Place Honolulu, Hawaii
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#1. ‪Diamond Head State Monument

- Rating: 4.5/5 (24,382 reviews)
- Address: 18th Ave. Waikiki Honolulu, Hawaii
- Read more on Tripadvisor

This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Michelle No, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.

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