Discover the dark side of Kailua-Kona as you explore the town by night. With this guided walking tour, explore the haunted houses and spooky sites along Ali'i Drive, visit little-known landmarks such as Hulihe'e Palace and Mokuaikaua Church, and hear stories about Hawaiian kings, gods, and luakini heiau (sacrificial temples).
- Soak up the atmosphere after dark on an evening walking tour
- Escape the crowds and visit little-known sites and landmarks
- Convenient central meeting point in downtown Kona
- Personalized small-group experience with a maximum of 10 people
What To Expect
Kona Inn Shopping Village
Built on ancients grounds, the Kona Inn was responsible for ushering in the era of tourism in Kona. The site was formerly home to King Kamehameha II and is known as “papa’ula” or “red flats” as there may have been human sacrifice here as well. End the tour with a cleansing sage smudge at the new Big Island Ghost Tours booth.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hulihe’e Palace
Will the ghostly “lady in white” of the palace show herself again? Was it Pele, or Princess Kaiulani? We’ve witnessed her on tour once before…and then she disappeared!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Mokuaikaua Church
The lava rock cornerstones of Hawaii’s very first Christian church were formerly part of an ancient Hawaiian temple, built hundreds of years in the past. This newly introduced religion eventually led to events that are considered Hawaii’s civil war and the end of the ancient Kapu system.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ahuena Heiau
A former sacrificial heiau (luakini) dedicated to the god Ku where human sacrifice was performed, then later rededicated by King Kamehameha to the god Lono as a temple of peace.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kamakahonu Beach
This is the location where King Kamehameha I transitioned into the next life, and also the site of ancient human sacrifice.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kailua Pier
The central meeting place in downtown Kona, where missionaries arrived bringing western religion to the islands.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Include
Professional guides
Exclude
Max group – 15
