Kauai Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
northernmost populated island of the Hawaiian archipelago
About Kauai
The major regions of Kauaʻi can be defined by their location on the island relative to the prevailing trade winds. The north and east sides of the island are on the "windward" side of the island, where the winds blow onto the shore. These parts of the island tend to get the most rain, and as a result, are the greenest and most tropical parts of the island. The south and west sides of the island are on the "leeward" side of the island, which receive less rain since most clouds have already dropped their rain on the windward side of the island. The word "city" might be an exaggeration for an island of almost 70,000 people, but here's some information on the towns of Kauaʻi. Lihuʻe, on the island's southeast side, is the civic and commercial center of the island, host to the island's main
Top Attractions in Kauai
Explore the best things to see and do in Kauai:
- ★Fort Elizabeth
- ★Hanalei Valley and Bay
- ★Huleia National Wildlife Refuge
- ★Kauai Coffee Company
- ★Kauai Museum
- ★Kaua'i Ocean Discovery Center
- ★Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
- ★Kilohana
Where to Eat in Kauai
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Aloha Kauai Pizza
- 🍴BarAcuda
- 🍴Beach House Restaurant
- 🍴Brennecke's Beach Broiler
- 🍴Bubba Burger
- 🍴Duane's Ono Burger
Where to Stay in Kauai
- 🏨Aston Islander Resort
- 🏨Coastline Cottages Kauai
- 🏨Grand Hyatt Kauai
- 🏨Hanalei Bay Resort
- 🏨Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay
- 🏨Honu'ea International Hostel
Kauai Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: