Top Things to Do in the North Shore of Oahu (Haleiwa)
Planning a trip to the North Shore? Here are a few things that you can do on your visit.
If you’re already in Oahu and want to make the most out of your stay on this beautiful island, visiting the North Shore is a good idea. This area is less touristy than Honolulu and Waikiki so it can be the ideal place if you want to have a different experience.
What can you do on your trip to the North Shore? Here are a few things that you should try:
1. Take the scenic route.
Those who enjoy driving and seeing beautiful seaside vistas should definitely plan their trip to the North Shore via the scenic route. Sure, you can get there from Honolulu in less than an hour by driving through the island but where’s the fun in that?
The scenic route might take double the time but at least you’ll see breathtaking sights along the way. It’s guaranteed to be worth the extra time on the road and additional fuel consumption, so you should seriously give it a shot.
Or you may hire a professional tour guide or Hawaii limo service to provide you with a complete experience of all of the attractions on the North Shore.
2. Try some Garlic Shrimp.
Wondering what’s best to eat when visiting the North Shore? There are tons of great things to eat here but make sure not to miss the Garlic Shrimp. A lot of local eateries will offer their own version, so it’s very easy to find where to chow down this local delicacy.
3. Walk around.
The small town of Haleiwa is a historic town and there’s just so much to see and enjoy here. There are tons of quaint shops and beautiful areas that sightseeing while walking around town is highly recommended by locals and tourists alike.
4. Get in the water.
Since you’re in Hawaii, you should also definitely get in the water when you go to the North Shore. There are lots of beautiful beaches that you can visit on your trip, so it would be a shame if you didn’t pack some swimwear with you.
However, you should make sure to observe the waves first because sometimes it’s not safe to get in the water. As the North Shore is home to many fierce surfing competitions, you should certainly be careful when wading in.
In some areas, you can snorkel and swim (even if you’re not a strong swimmer) under the right circumstances. If you’re a bit more adventurous, you can also learn how to surf on your stay.
5. Watch the waves.
If you can’t catch the waves, the North Shore is also a great place to just watch them crash into the shore. There are lots of seaside restaurants and other open spaces to do this so you can certainly enjoy this activity in the manner you most prefer.
7. See the local tourist attractions.
Those who love touristy activities should also visit the local tourist spots including the Dole Plantation and the Waimea Valley. The Dole Plantation will let you see and explore the brand’s actual plantation and will even let you solve a maze.
The Waimea Valley, on the other hand, is a great place to head to if you love the outdoors and history. You can hike, explore the botanical gardens, and swim in the freshwater pool at the Waimea Falls Park.
Drive further up the coast of the North Shore and you can spend a day, or even several days, at the #1 recommended Oahu tourist attraction to visit, the Polynesian Cultural Center.
8. Eat At Uncle Bo's Haleiwa!
Of course we have to recommend you to come in and eat at our Uncle Bo’s Haleiwa Restaurant – Haleiwa’s #1 restaurant and bar!
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