The Lyon Arboretum dates from 1918, when the Hawaiian Sugar Planters Association wanted to demonstrate the value of watershed for reforestation. In 1953, it became part of the University of Hawaii, where they continued to expand the extensive collection of tropical plants. Six-story-tall breadfruit trees, yellow orchids no bigger than a nickel, ferns with fuzzy buds as big as a human head—these are just a few of the botanical wonders you’ll find at the 194-acre arboretum. A whole different world opens up to you along the self-guided, 20-minute hike through the arboretum to Inspiration Point. You’ll pass more than 5,000 exotic tropical plants full of singing birds in this cultivated rainforest at the head of Manoa Valley.
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Lyon Arboretum
3860 Manoa Rd (near the top of the road), HI
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Honolulu & Waikiki
Hours
Mon–Fri 8am–4pm; Sat 9am–3pm
Transportation
Bus: 5
Phone
808/988-0456
Prices
Suggested donation $5
Web site
Lyon Arboretum

Map
3860 Manoa Rd OahuNote: 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.