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Things to see in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii (United States): 15 places and when to go
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii is a town in United States, and this site lists 15 places in and around it, mainly Nature (6), History (6), Wildlife (4). The best known are Hualālai, Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park and Huliheʻe Palace. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 13 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 49. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 19.6524, -155.9837
- Places
- 15 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (6) · History (6) · Wildlife (4) · Temples (4) · Museums and art (2) · Beaches (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- SFO San Francisco, 3,845 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Hualālai, at 2,523 m.
What to see in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
The places in and around Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- HualālaiActive volcano on the island of Hawaiʻi in the Hawaiian Islands13 km
- Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical ParkU.S. national park in Hawaiʻi28 km
- Huliheʻe PalaceBuilding in Kailua, Hawaii, United States1.8 km
- Kona Hawaii TempleTemple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints1.2 km
- Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical ParkHistoric Place in Hawaii County, Hawaii5.5 km
- KamakahonuHistoric building in Hawaii County, Hawaii2.1 km
- Keahole PointHistoric Place in Hawaii County, Hawaii8.9 km
- St. Benedict's Catholic ChurchChurch building in Honaunau-Napoopoo, United States of America26 km
- St. Michael the Archangel ChurchChurch building in Hawaii, United States of America1.9 km
- Keawaiki BayBay in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America27 km
- Kuamoʻo BurialsArchaeological site in Kona District, United States of America12 km
- Mokuʻaikaua ChurchChurch in Kailua-Kona, United States1.8 km
- Kāneaka Hōlua SlideHistoric Place in Hawaii County, Hawaii11 km
- Kona Coffee Living History FarmMuseums and art19 km
- Kona Brewing CompanyBrewery1.8 km
When to go to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
The best time to visit Kailua-Kona, Hawaii is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:56
- FebPossible11:21
- MarBest time11:52
- AprBest time12:27
- MayBest time12:56
- JunBest time13:11
- JulBest time13:05
- AugBest time12:40
- SepBest time12:06
- OctBest time11:32
- NovPossible11:03
- DecPossible10:49
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 49. In July, 15 of the 15 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO, San Francisco), 3,845 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Kula11 places120 km
- Wailuku, Hawaii13 places148 km
- Honolulu32 places269 km
- Kapolei6 places287 km
- Wahiawā, Hawaii17 places296 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii?
The best known: Hualālai, Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park, Huliheʻe Palace, Kona Hawaii Temple, Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park. In all, 15 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kailua-Kona, Hawaii?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 13 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 49.
How do you get to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii?
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 3,845 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kailua-Kona, Hawaii as the destination and these 15 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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