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Kilohana Plantation Estate

3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766
808-245-5608
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Ranked #8 of 19 attractions in Lihue
Type: Historic Sites
Activities: Viewing wildlife
Owner description: Built in the 1930’s, Kilohana Plantation is a historic landmark and premier visitor attraction offering visitors and locals a glimpse into Kauai’s... more » Owner description: Built in the 1930’s, Kilohana Plantation is a historic landmark and premier visitor attraction offering visitors and locals a glimpse into Kauai’s past combined with assorted island-style activities, dining and shopping. Ride on our Kauai Plantation Railway, winding its way through the plantation’s working farms and orchards. Learn about Kauai’s history, enjoy the beautiful views and stop to feed the pigs! Take the afternoon to stroll the grounds and explore the 16,000 sq. foot plantation home. Stop in at Koloa Rum Co. for a rum tasting or for a full “Rum & Dining Experience.” Visit the various artisan shops located around the grounds and both upstairs and downstairs in the home. Established in 1986, Gaylord’s restaurant is a Kauai tradition. Set in the courtyard of the estate, it offers fresh, island-inspired food and beverages for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Make lunch a part of your fun afternoon on the estate or make reservations for a romantic dinner. Memorable by day, unforgettable by night. Opening soon: A fun new bar in the Kilohana living room. Luau Kalamaku is Kauai’s only theatrical luau telling the story of the original Tahitian voyage to the Hawaiian islands. An interactive experience, it offers all the exciting luau features including an imu ceremony, torch lighting, Polynesian knife dance and of course traditional music & hula. Choose one or all of the features that Kilohana Plantation has to offer. Open daily, you’ll love the chance to see a piece of Kauai’s history while experiencing the best of the island today! « less
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Bakersfield, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Took the train ride tour on our first day of arrival in Kauai. Tour guides were very friendly and exhibited the true Aloha spirit and were knowledgeable on all of the plants, history of Kauai, and the animals living on the property. We got a chance to feed the farm animals too. Great family outing to a working ranch. The... More

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Ottawa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Great farm to table train tour including feeding animals. Then off to the rum tasting which was informative with one of the most beautifully merchandised stores. But the luau show is the best show we have seen anywhere--stunning choreography, costumes, such a well told story. Highlight of our vacation and we go to Hawaii every year.

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Yarmouth, Maine, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

The grounds were beautiful, but we only went in to the gift shop and did the rum tour. There was much on the property that we didn't see. the rum tour was fun and they have bottles large and small that you can bring home as souvenirs!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Loved checking out the original plantation and tasting 4 local rums. The tasting room was set in a sunny room separate from the gift shop and tastings were complimentary. Tastings were offered of rum cake and fudge sauce.

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Portland, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We came here on our last day, and we'd checked off most other sites we wanted to see. This was a nice place to kill some time, and we enjoyed our visit! We took the train ride tour and got to feed some pigs and goats. I can see that part of the plantation being more fun for kids. We... More

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Austin, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

There is a really nice location for a luau which is held every Tuesday and Thursday night. It is on a beautiful plantation. The staff is well organized and the food is great, buffet style, all you can eat. There is also an open bar that is included in the price of the luau but you can only have one... More

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Bend, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Both at the Kalamaku Luau and before Easter Bruch at Gaylord's we had the chance to walk around the grounds. Pretty flowers, unusual trees, quaint structures and a 1920's cane plantation feel make this free stroll a very pleasant experience.

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Lihue, Hawaii
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

The Kilohana Plantation is an interesting place. The historic house is a wonderful opportunity, but spoiled by having the rooms used as retail stores. No mention of what the rooms originally were. What is there, the living room and dining room are nice to see. Enjoyed the old pictures on the walls. The restaurant - Gaylord's is a treat. The... More

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Miami, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

I mean, free rum, whats not to love. Oh wait, award winning rum, even better. Hot bartender serves you samples of different rums behind the tasting room (four types), and you drink your own sunset drink within 15 minutes. Next door they have all the rum on sale. Good little pit stop.

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Melbourne, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We went to the Kilohana Plantation Estate because of the bad weather and many other things were closed. We thought the children might enjoy the train ride and we would get to see an historic house.... The train ride is a tourist trap! It cost our family over $100 WITH the 15% disount coupon. Nice old train but the tour... More

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