Sights · Our pick in Hawaiʻi
Waimea Valley
Where Hawaiʻi comes alive
A North Shore valley of gardens and Hawaiian cultural sites, with a waterfall.
Our take
- Gardens
- Waterfall
- Culture
- Address
- North Shore, Hawaiʻi
- Website
- waimeavalley.net
About Waimea Valley
Waimea Valley on the North Shore is a valley of gardens and Hawaiian cultural sites leading up to Waimea Falls (its site).
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Waimea Valley before you go.
Last checked: November 2026 How we choose
What’s nearby
Distances from Waimea Valley are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 12 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Pearl Harbor20 miCar or taxi 72 min
- Bishop Museum24 miCar or taxi 85 min
The beach and the airport
- Honolulu’s airport23 miCar or taxi 84 min
Location
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