9 Walking Tours in Hawaiʻi We Would Put on an Itinerary

1.Kona Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 402 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $155Our pick

Start at Kailua Pier with guides such as Ellie or Kai, then walk through historic Kona for small plates, drinks, local favorites, and dessert. You will see Huliheʻe Palace, Mokuaikaua Church, and Ahuʻena Heiau from outside while sampling poke, chowder, musubi, avocado fries, cocktails, and gelato. The tour ends about half a mile from the pier.

“Alllie have a good overview of Kona as we walked to the restaurants. Got to try some local foods and great drinks and it was all delicious. Always nice to meet and talk to other people on the food tours. Would recommend!”

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2.Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Hike through Manoa Valley’s rainy rainforest to a 150-foot waterfall, then visit Puʻu ʻUalakaʻa State Park for sweeping views of Diamond Head and Waikiki. Expect a three-hour outing, select Waikiki pickup, a group of up to 14, and guides such as Robert, Arlaine, Hema, and Chris sharing local plant, history, and trail knowledge.

“Gorgeous Hike! Beautiful. Our tour guide was sweet, kind, helpful and cautious. She talked WAY too loud (on microphone the entire time in small van) and WAY too much. She did not breathe. It took away some of the enjoyment of the trip. She had a lot of good info just WAY too much of it. No chance to engage and ask questions without interrupting.”

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3.Walking Food Tour Exploring Hanalei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 282 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Meet at Hanalei Center for a small-group walk through Kauai’s final commercial town before the Na Pali Coast. Guides such as Max and Nalu lead you to local eateries for taro dishes, poke, chili-pepper chicken, juices, chocolate, doughnuts, and more, while sharing Hanalei history and food culture. Expect generous portions, easy walking, and a full stomach.

“Great food choices and stories to match. The food was delicious and even had some choices of what we wanted as well. Very knowledgeable for sure.”

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4.Guided Rainforest and Waterfall Walk & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 226 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

Follow an English-speaking naturalist through Maui’s rainforest near the Road to Hana on an easy one-mile walk. Expect waterfall pools, optional rock jumps up to 10 feet, plant tastings, island history, snacks, water, and practical help from guides such as Joel, Gail, Des, or Randalyn.

“A great little excursion and tour. Shelby was amazing and provided friendliness and sound knowledge of the history of Maui, the waterfalls and botany.”

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5.Honolulu Haunts: Ghosts and Spirits Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 169 reviews · from $27Best value

Walk one mile through historic downtown Honolulu with an English-speaking guide in a black US Ghost Adventures shirt. Hear stories tied to Iolani Palace, Red Rainbow, Atlas Insurance, Hawaiian royalty, night marchers, disease, and crimes of passion. The route stays outdoors, begins at 7 PM, and returns to the King Kamehameha Statue.

“I thought the tour was great! Fatima was really nice and knowledgeable of downtown Honolulu history. My daughter and I had a great time.”

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6.Allerton Garden Guided Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 159 reviews · 2h 30m · from $63

Spend 150 minutes walking Allerton Garden with an English-speaking guide. See the Moreton Bay fig trees from Jurassic Park, golden bamboo, tropical flowers, fruit trees, statues, and water features while learning about the garden’s past. Guides such as Rick, James, Ed, and Makai have led especially engaging tours, though the guide varies by date.

“Learning about all different types of plants and trees”

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7.Hilo: Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8 reviews · 2 hours · from $64

Walk historic Hilo with an English-speaking guide and a group of up to 10 people. Hear Hawaiian and Japanese ghost stories, learn about ʻuhane, ʻaumakua, and akualele, and visit landmarks including the Pacific Tsunami Museum, Palace Theatre, Naha Stone, and Kalakaua Park. The tour runs rain or shine.

“the guide was very knowledgeable and had lots of stories.”

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8.Kailua-Kona: Haunted History Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 8 reviews · 2 hours · from $64

Walk Kailua-Kona with an English-speaking paranormal guide, following the shore from Kailua Pier past royal sites, Huliheʻe Palace, Mokuʻaikaua Church, and Kamakahonu Beach. Expect Hawaiian and Asian folklore, reported spirit encounters, UFO stories, and plenty of local history. Guide Gabby has led some departures.

“Thanks Gabby for the great tour! It was nice to hear about the history and legends of Hawaii. We learned a lot of new things. It was also nice to see the flying fishes as well.”

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9.Honolulu: Ghosts of Old Honolulu Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5 reviews · 1h 30m · from $28

Meet master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui at the King Kamehameha Statue for a 90-minute, half-mile walk through Old Honolulu. Hear documented accounts tied to the Royal Palace, Hawaii Supreme Court Building, and King Kalakaua Building. The tour is in English, wheelchair accessible, and rooted in Hawaiian legends and culture.

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