9 days in Kauai Itinerary

Lihue or Līhue is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) and the county seat of Kauai County, Hawaii. Relax by the water at Poipu Beach Park and Shipwreck Beach. Take a break from the city and head to Waimea Canyon State Park and Hanalei Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Na Pali Coast State Park (in Wainiha), Hanalei (Wai`oli Hui`ia Church & Hanalei Valley Lookout) and Polihale State Park (in Waimea). And it doesn't end there: see the world from above with a helicopter tour, kick back and relax at Anini Beach, add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and explore the striking landscape at Spouting Horn.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Lihue trip planner .

Dallas to Lihue is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Traveling from Dallas to Lihue, you'll gain 4 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Dallas in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Lihue, with lows of 74°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.