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Bucket List, Hawaii · October 26, 2021

The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii

The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii
The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 85 Epic Things To Do in Hawaii

Are you planning a trip to the southern-most territory in the United States and looking for a list of the best bucket list things to do in Hawaii? We’ve got it right here.

Hawaii is one of our favourite island destinations in the world. One that we could go back to again and again. And there are so many cool things to do that we’ve still yet to tick some of these things of our own Hawaii bucket list! 

Whether you’re planning to visit Oahu, Maui, Kauai, The Big Island, Lana’i or Moloka’i, we’ve got 85 bucket list Hawaii items that cover the main tourist islands.

Create your own Bucket List for Hawaii using our inspiration below!

From Jurassic Park-like landscapes to stunning waterfalls, amazing places to eat, and epic hiking spots. This Hawaii bucket list reveals all the top things to do in Hawaii. 

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In This Post:

  • Hawaii Bucket List – Overview
  • Map of Bucket List Things to do in Hawaii
  • 85 Best Things to do in Hawaii
    • Oahu Bucket List
    • Maui Bucket List
    • Kauai Bucket List
    • The Big Island Bucket List
    • Lanai Bucket List
    • Molokai Bucket List
  • Download This Hawaiian Bucket List for FREE + Access Loads of Other Travel Resources!
  • Ready to Book Your Trip to Hawaii?

Hawaii Bucket List – Overview

If you don’t have time to read all 85 of the best things to do in Hawaii, don’t worry. We totally understand. We’ve put together a handy two-page checklist for you to download instead – take it with you on your trip and tick off items as you go! 

Click here to head to our resource library and download the checklist now or keep on reading about our recommendations of the best bucket list things to do in Hawaii. 

Hawaii Map

Map of Bucket List Things to do in Hawaii

We’ve created a handy Hawaii Bucket List Map to help plan your trip. We’ve created the map using Google Maps so you can save to your phone and access it on-the-go using the Google Maps app. 

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The map below features all the top Hawaii Bucket List items mentioned in this article, plus many more. To get free access to this map to use on-the-go, plus tons of additional useful travel freebies, click here to sign up to our Travel Resource Library.


Surfboards lined up on a beach in Waikiki Hawaii

85 Best Things to do in Hawaii

Oahu Bucket List

  1. Swim with wild spinner dolphins off the coast at Paradise Cove
  2. Go snorkelling at Sharks Cove
  3. Swim in Waimea falls
  4. Go cliff jumping at Waimea Beach
  5. Take a road trip along Oahu’s North Shore
  6. Hike to Lanikai Pillbox for sunrise 
  7. Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau ceremony and dinner 
  8. Try garlic shrimp from the famous North Shore Food Trucks
  9. Watch the Friday Night Fireworks at Waikiki Beach
  10. Learn about WWII history at the USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbour
  11. Wander through the Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens
  12. Kayak or sail from Kailua Beach to the Mokulua Islands
  13. Climb the infamous (and illegal) Stairway to Heaven
  14. Climb to the top of Diamond Head
  15. Go snorkeling at Hanauma Bay
  16. Watch a big wave surfing competition at Pipeline 
  17. Conquer the worlds largest maze at Dole Plantation 
  18. Hike to Makapuu Lighthouse for sunrise
  19. Enjoy the sunset at Sunset Beach
  20. Swim with turtles at Laniakea Beach
  21. Climb the 1000 steps of Koko Head Crater Hike
  22. Take an ATV tour at Kualoa Ranch
  23. Swim with the sting rays at Electric Beach
  24. Swing off the rope at Waimano Falls
  25. Watch the King Kamehameha Hula Competition
  26. Go zip-lining at Keana Farms
  27. Go diving with sharks on the North Shore
  28. Learn how to surf at Waikiki Beach
  29. Hike to Manoa Falls
  30. Try Matsumoto Shave Ice in Haleiwa 
  31. Indulge in a traditional Hawaiian style cooking class
Twin Waterfall on Kauai Hawaii

Maui Bucket List

  1. Drive the road to Hana (one of the most popular road trips in Hawaii)
  2. Go snorkeling or diving at the remains of Molokini Crater
  3. Enjoy the sunset (or sunrise) at Haleakala Crater
  4. Try a heart-pumping canyoning experience and rappel down a waterfall
  5. See the Nakalele Blow Hole along the Road to Hana
  6. Visit the black sand beach at Waianapanapa State Park
  7. Go snorkeling at Kapalua Bay Beach
  8. Swim in the Seven Sacred Pools at ‘Ohe’o
  9. Try Maui’s premier farm-to-table foodie experience at O’o Farm
  10. Relax at one of Hawaii’s largest undeveloped beaches at Makena State Beach Park
  11. Hike the Pipiwai Trail to Waimoku Falls
  12. Go ziplining at sunrise through Haleakala National Park
Hawaii Jurassic Park coast line Na Pali coast on Kauai

Kauai Bucket List

  1. Fly in an open door helicopter over the Nā Pali coast
  2. Go mountain tubing through tunnels and caves with Kauai Backcountry Adventures
  3. Stand at the top of the twin falls at Wailea Falls
  4. Do a Kaua’i Movie Adventure Tour
  5. Go hiking along the famous Kalalau Trail in Nā Pali Coast State Park
  6. Admire the stunning views at Waimea Canyon Lookout
  7. See giant green sea turtles and monk seals at Poipu Beach
  8. Hike to Waipo’o Falls
  9. Go snorkeling at Tunnels Beach
  10. Swim at Queens Bath sinkhole
  11. Hike the Sleeping Giant Trailhead
Sunrise from Mauna Kea peak on Hawaii Big Island

The Big Island Bucket List

  1. Play in the snow at the top of Mauna Kea and stargaze through the telescopes
  2. Wander through the Thurston Lava Tube or the Kaumana Cave near Hilo
  3. Go hiking on the Kilauea Iki trail, one of the best hikes on the Big Island
  4. See hidden waterfalls on the Kohala Coast and lava flows into the Pacific Ocean on a helicopter tour
  5. Explore the wild forests and cliffs on an ATV tour on the Hamakua and Kohala coasts
  6. Snorkel next to the Captain Cook Monument in Kealakekua bay
  7. Visit the 422 foot tall Akaka Falls
  8. Wade in the hot ponds and tide pools in the Puna district
  9. Go horseback riding through the Waipi’o Valley
  10. Hold a tiny seahorse at the Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm
  11. Wander through ancient forests at the Hawaii Tropical Gardens near Hilo
  12. Visit Kalae – the southern most point in the USA
  13. Enjoy a brew at the Kona Coffee Farm
  14. See the Rainbow Falls (Waianuenue) in Hilo (early in the morning is the best time to see the rainbow)
  15. Try night diving or snorkelling with Manta Rays
  16. Hike across solidified lava fields at the Jurassic Park-esque Hawaii Volcanos National Park
  17. Go swimming at Green Sand Beach (Mahana Beach)
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Lanai Bucket List

  1. Take a road trip to the Garden of the Gods
  2. Stay at the Four Season Lana’i Resort
  3. Take a trip to Kaiolohia Beach and see the massive shipwreck
  4. Capture photos and learn about the history of Sweetheart Rock
  5. Go snorkeling or play in the tide pools at Hulopoe Bay Beach Park
  6. Enjoy the seclusion of Polihua Beach
  7. Hike the Munro Trail
  8. Go scuba diving through the lava tunnels and sea caves in the Lana’i Cathedrals
  9. Spend a day meeting strays at the Lana’i Cat Sanctuary
Turtle in Crystal clear waters off Oahu Hawaii

Molokai Bucket List

  1. See 1000 coconut trees at Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove
  2. Hike the Pepeopae Trail in Kakamou Preserve
  3. Check out the white sands at Papohaku Beach
  4. Admire the Olo’upena Falls from the air
  5. Hike through the Halawa Valley to beautiful Moaula Falls

Have we missed a spot? Can you recommend any other great Hawaii Bucket List ideas for other visitors to check out, let us know in the comments below!


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Ready to Book Your Trip to Hawaii?

Hawaii is one of the world’s top Bucket List Destinations. We hope this Hawaii Bucket List has given you loads of idea of what to do on your next trip.

To make the most of your trip, be sure to check out what’s on in Hawaii by visiting the official Go Hawaii website. And don’t forget to take a look at our other articles from amazing places we’ve visited in Hawaii.


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Have a great trip to Hawaii!

Feeling inspired? Here are 10 amazing destinations you must add to your Travel Bucket List!


Planning a trip soon? Here is a list of the websites and resources we use for booking everything from flights, to accommodation, tours, and more:
  • Skyscanner for booking the best flight deals
  • Booking.com | Agoda | Hotels.com for the best rates on hotels
  • Airbnb | HomeAway to find the best apartment and home rentals
  • Rentalcars.com for quick and easy car rentals
  • Luxury Escapes | Expedia for luxury package holiday deals and tours
  • Get Your Guide  for a great range of day tours
  • Tourradar | Intrepid for multi-day experiential and adventure tours
  • Priority Pass for airport lounge access in hundreds of locations around the world
  • Skyroam to stay connected to WiFi everywhere I go 
  • iVisa to apply for entry visas for most countries in the world
  • World Nomads for the most comprehensive worldwide travel insurance

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Amanda Twine is the founder and creator of Bucket List Seekers – a luxury travel blog sharing informative travel guides, food guides, hotel reviews, itineraries, and tips about how to make luxury travel more affordable.

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