Kailua Kona Travel Guide

Kailua Kona is a seaside town located on the big island of Hawaii. The city is set at the bottom of the Hualalai Volcano. In ancient times, this area was considered the premier place to live due to the excellent weather and good water. Many kings made their homes here. Later, missionaries built churches and residences turning the tiny fishing village into a small seaport.

The main street, Ali'i Drive, runs along the oceanfront through the heart of the city from Kailua Pier to the Kuamo'o Battlefield. Sights and things to do include: Kailua Pier, 'Ahu'ena Heiau, Kamakahonu Beach, Hulihe'e Palace

and Mokuaikaua Church. The Ironman Triathlon starts in Kailua-Kona just to the left of Kailua Pier.