7 Best Beaches in Kauai for a Memorable Beach Vacation

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Kauai, a magnificent archipelago, encompasses some of the world’s best beaches along its North Shore and South Shore. Here are our top 7 picks for the most wonderful beaches in the Garden Isle of Hawaii...

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Hanalei Bay Beach Situated in the heart of Hanalei Bay, and stretched over 2 miles of sand along it, this is a family-friendly beach gifted with paradisaical views of the surrounding scenic mountains.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Anini Beach Famous for windsurfing, this stretch of a white sandy coastline perches at the North Shore of Kauai. The serene atmosphere and turquoise waters provide a laid-back vibe to the beach.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Tunnels Beach One of the most popular beaches on the North Shore of Kauai, this is the best Snorkeling spot on the island of Kauai.

Poipu Beach The best beach on Kauai’s South Shore, laced with a protected pool for kids to swim safely, extensive shopping and food stalls, everyone can have a gala time at this lovely beach. The tropical sunsets here are truly riveting.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Ke’e Beach This beach sits at the end of North Shore road. Located between Na Pali and Limahuli Stream, the panoramic view of Na Pali Coast from this tropical beach is worth a drive. It is said that this was the beach where Hula dance originated.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Polihale Beach At the western end of the island lies the longest beach of state of Hawaii. This 17-mile stretch of glistening white sand is hard to reach, as the road to the beach is rocky and rough.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Shipwreck Beach Situated in front of the Grand Hyatt Resort at Poipu, this lonely beach is a perfect romantic getaway. A hike to the 50-feet high Shipwreck Rock at the end of the beach is breathtaking and highly recommendable.