Hawaii is full of beautiful scenic views, fun adventures, and rich history. To get the most out of your day trip in Hawaii, the Leeward Coast is the place to visit. Located on the western side of Oahu, the Leeward Coast is much quieter than the tourist-swamped areas of Honolulu and Waikiki. That’s why it’s the perfect place to make a day trip that is relaxing, quiet, but also informative and enjoyable. Here are our recommendations for your best day on the Leeward Coast in Hawaii.

The Leeward Coast offers gorgeous white sand beaches that are protected from the wind by the Waianae mountain range.
ocean view on the Leeward Coast in Hawaii
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Anyone traveling to the western side of Oahu will definitely want to set up camp on one of the many beaches for a day of sunning and playing in the ocean waves.
If you need a break from the sun on your day trip to the Leeward Coast, the site of Pearl Harbor should be your next stop.
Pearl Harbor on the Leeward Coast in Hawaii
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At this historic location, you can sign up for a tour to visit all the monuments and museums. Or if you'd rather do it on your own, you can wander around the memorial independently reading the plaques to brush up on your history.
Like most of Hawaii, the Leeward Coast is full of brightly colored flowers that constantly remind you that you're traveling around paradise.
flowers on the Leeward Coast in Hawaii
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The secret and sacred Makua Cave offers a scenic lookout to the beach below. It is unmaintained and sits within a volcanic cliff.
view of the beach on Leeward Coast in Hawaii
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If you have a car or bike on your day trip, consider taking a trip along State Route 93 which runs along the Leeward Coast. This journey will give you the best views of everything the Leeward Coast has to offer.
highway running along the Leeward Coast in Hawaii
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After you work up a sweat during your hike, settle back down on one of the beaches, and be sure to keep an eye out for whales and dolphins as they are common to see off the shores of the Leeward Coast.
the ocean off the Leeward Coast in Hawaii
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Hawaii sure does have the best spots and we’re working hard to spread the news. We know you’ll love your day trip to this side of the island and we can’t wait to hear about all the adventures, things you learned, and, of course, what you ate. Let us know all the details of your trip in the comments below! Also, be sure to let us know if we missed anything!

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