Things to do on Kauai if it rains
If rain is in the forecast during your Kauai vacation or trip, below are some suggestions on what to do. Please be aware that some weather sources (i.e.; the Weather Channel) will forecast rain every day. While rain does occur almost daily on Kauai, it's usually in short bursts and then the sun returns. So when we say, "rainy day," we're actually talking about the period where a system blankets the island in rain. Usually this occurs when a low trough system or a Kona storm (which comes from the west, opposite the trades) approaches or covers the island. This list is largely in part thanks to koloagirl (Janet) at TripAdvisor.com where she volunteers as one of the local experts for Kaua`i.
Kaua'i Museum - Located on Rice St. in Lihu'e. It's a two building museum focusing on the voyaging of the Polynesians to Hawai'i and Kaua'i up thru the Plantation era. Wonderful displays and a video presentation. Great gift shop with unique Hawai'i-made items available.
Grove Farm Museum - Located on Nawiliwili Rd; call them at - 808-245-3202. This 80-acre sugar plantation belonged to George N. Wilcox and his nieces who built their home here in 1864. It was turned into a museum in 1978 and depicts the rise to fame of the prominent family. The main house is in pristine condition with walls and a staircase made of native Koa wood. Also on the grounds are a wash house, tea house, and guest cottage. Tours are available at 10am and 1pm on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, and reservations are recommended. Admission $5/adult and $2/child age 12 and under.
Kilohana - A beautiful plantation era home built by the Wilcox family - now with Gaylords restaurant and many shops - features train rides and carriage rides as well. Visit their website at: http://www.kilohanakauai.com/
West Kaua'i Visitor Center - This is located in almost always sunny Waimea town right next to the Waimea Canyon Rd. It features several wonderful exhibits and has activities every day of the week. Visit them at their website: http://www.wkbpa.org/visitorcenter.html
Kokee State Park Museum - Located in Kokee State Park, this museum offers several displays and information about the island and surrounding areas. Visit their website at: http://www.kokee.org/
Shopping - Available at Kukui Grove Shopping Center, Po'ipu Shopping Village, Old Koloa Town, Coconut Marketplace, Kong Lung Center, and Hanalei Town. Each of these areas are great for dodging the raindrops and browsing (and eating) through the area!
Grove Farm Museum - Located on Nawiliwili Rd; call them at - 808-245-3202. This 80-acre sugar plantation belonged to George N. Wilcox and his nieces who built their home here in 1864. It was turned into a museum in 1978 and depicts the rise to fame of the prominent family. The main house is in pristine condition with walls and a staircase made of native Koa wood. Also on the grounds are a wash house, tea house, and guest cottage. Tours are available at 10am and 1pm on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, and reservations are recommended. Admission $5/adult and $2/child age 12 and under.
Kilohana - A beautiful plantation era home built by the Wilcox family - now with Gaylords restaurant and many shops - features train rides and carriage rides as well. Visit their website at: http://www.kilohanakauai.com/
West Kaua'i Visitor Center - This is located in almost always sunny Waimea town right next to the Waimea Canyon Rd. It features several wonderful exhibits and has activities every day of the week. Visit them at their website: http://www.wkbpa.org/visitorcenter.html
Kokee State Park Museum - Located in Kokee State Park, this museum offers several displays and information about the island and surrounding areas. Visit their website at: http://www.kokee.org/
Shopping - Available at Kukui Grove Shopping Center, Po'ipu Shopping Village, Old Koloa Town, Coconut Marketplace, Kong Lung Center, and Hanalei Town. Each of these areas are great for dodging the raindrops and browsing (and eating) through the area!
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