NORTH SHORE 268 Hawaii Military Guide • Summer-Fall 2026 dedicated to preserving Hawaiian culture. Visitors can wander along scenic trails through acres of conservation land and botanical gardens. At the end of the main path, a waterfall awaits where you can take a refreshing dip. The valley offers daily cultural and botanical tours, a gift shop with unique finds and military discounts. Also watch for occasional free admission days. PUU O MAHUKA HEIAU STATE HISTORIC SITE Just past Waimea Bay on Pupukea Homestead Road (adjacent to Foodland), this National Historic Landmark features Oahu’s largest Hawaiian heiau. Constructed as early as the 1600s, the ancient site was considered an advantageous place for a chiefess to give birth. Today, it remains a revered site with an extraordinary view of the bay below. POLYNESIAN CULTURAL CENTER Explore the Islands of Polynesia at the Polynesian Cultural Center! Located on the North Shore in the town of Laie and voted the Top Best Family Attraction in Hawaii by USA Today 10 Best, the Polynesian Cultural Center sits on 42 acres of tropical paradise. Discover Polynesia’s cultural heritage by visiting the center’s six island villages: Hawaii, Fiji, Aotearoa (New Zealand), Samoa, Tahiti and Tonga. Learn about the rich history of these islands through interactive activities and demonstrations. Top off the day with a luau and spectacular show. HUKILAU MARKETPLACE Hukilau Marketplace brings the spirit of the 1950s North Shore plantation-era mom-and-pop shops back to Laie. Located next to the Polynesian Cultural Center, the Marketplace is home to more than 272 North Shore Hukilau Marketplace at the Polynesian Cultural Center
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