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Hawaii (The Big Island) Map: Hulihee PalaceHulihee Palace Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Hours Daily 9am-4pm. Daily tours held throughout the day (arrive at least an hour before closing)
Address 75-5718 Alii Dr
Location In & Around Kailua-Kona
Phone 808/329-1877
Web site www.huliheepalace.org
Prices Admission $6 adults, $4 seniors, $1 children

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This two-story New England-style mansion of lava rock and coral mortar, built in 1838 by the Big Island's governor, John Adams Kuakini, overlooks the harbor at Kailua-Kona. The largest, most elegant residence on the island when it was erected, Hulihee became a home to Hawaii's royalty, making it the other royal palace in the United States (the most famous being Oahu's Iolani Palace). Now run by Daughters of Hawaii, it features many 19th-century mementos and gorgeous koa furniture. You'll get lots of background and royal lore on the guided tour. No photography is allowed. There was some damage to this historic structure in the 2006 earthquake, but by the time you read this, all is scheduled to be repaired.

The palace hosts 12 Hawaiian music and hula concerts a year, each dedicated to a Hawaiian monarch, at 4pm on the last Sunday of the month (except June and Dec, when the performances are held in conjunction with King Kamehameha Day and Christmas).

Across the street is Mokuaikaua Church (tel. 808/329-1589), the oldest Christian church in Hawaii. It's constructed of lava stones, but its architecture is New England style all the way. The 112-foot steeple is still the tallest man-made structure in Kailua-Kona.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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