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Unusual Attractions in Kailua-Kona

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Keahole Point Blowhole

This unusual lava tube spouts seawater during high surf.

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Algae Growing Ponds

Football field-sized microalgae production tanks on the Hawaiian coast create a stunning view from space.

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Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm

Get up close and personal with these majestic fish.

6 miles from Kailua-Kona

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Kona Coffee Living History Farm

Try your hand at old-fashioned coffee growing at this museum devoted to one of the world's most coveted beans.

11 miles from Kailua-Kona

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Captain Cook Monument

A controversial memorial at the place where Captain Cook met his violent end.

11 miles from Kailua-Kona

Captain Cook, Hawaii

The Painted Church

A priest with no formal artistic training used basic house paint to create gorgeous religious scenes inside this historic church.

15 miles from Kailua-Kona

Captain Cook, Hawaii

Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau

These ancient sacred grounds granted amnesty to those who managed to reach them.

16 miles from Kailua-Kona

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