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Iolani Palace vs Akaka Falls State Park
Both are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Iolani Palace is preferred by most writers compared to Akaka Falls State Park. Iolani Palace has a TripExpert Score of 93 with praise from 9 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Travel + Leisure and Afar Magazine.
Iolani Palace
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364 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
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Fodor's
"America's only royal residence was built in 1882 on the site of an earlier palace."
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Concierge
"King David Kalakaua built this palace in 1882, as a symbol to the world that Hawaiian royalty was as grand as any in Europe."
Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"If you're intrigued with kings and queens, join the 90-minute docent-led tour... with plenty of history provided."
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Peek at rare treasures and crown jewels
Afar Magazine
"The only royal palace in the United States, it has plenty of lavish decor to ooh and ahh over."
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Travel + Leisure
"Hawaii is the only state that was once a monarchy...and the best place to get a sense of how Queen Lili’uokalani and the royal family lived is with a visit downtown to ‘Iolani Palace."
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Akaka Falls State Park
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End of Akaka Falls Road, Island of Hawaii, HI
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Frommer's
"One of Hawaii's most scenic waterfalls... down to an observation point. You'll have a perfect view of 442-foot Akaka and nearby Kahuna Falls."
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Fodor's
"An easy, meandering 10-minute loop trail... takes you to the best spots to see the spectacular cascades of Akaka."
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Afar Magazine
"Akaka Falls resides in the appropriately named Akaka Falls State Park, which is just a short car ride from the town of Hilo on the Big Island."
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"A 0.4 mile paved loop walks you through lush tropical vegetation to two scenic vista points."
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Atlas Obscura
"These picturesque Hawaiian falls are home to a rare species of fish that uses a special sucker to climb up cliffs. "
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