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With its gentle summer surf and towering, glassy winter waves, North Shore is a surfer’s paradise, though there’s much more to this tropical environment than just waves. Vacation home rentals put you close to charming beach towns, historic sites, and a variety of locally owned restaurants, giving you a slice of the Hawaiian Islands.
In addition to its beautiful beaches, North Shore is filled with cultural attractions that offer a glimpse into island life. The Wyland Galleries house masterpieces from the renowned marine painter, Robert Wyland, and the Clark Little Gallery displays unique images of light, water, and surf to offer new perspectives on the ocean environment. The North Shore Surf and Cultural Museum captures the history of surfing on the North Shore with antique surfboards, ancient artifacts, and surf nostalgia. You could also learn more about island culture with the Polynesian Cultural Center, a living history museum and theme park with Polynesian villages and cultural events.
Surfing is the main attraction in North Shore, with many of its beaches providing the giant waves that popularized surfing back in the 1950s. While the famous Banzai Pipeline is for experienced surfers only, many of the area beaches have gentle swells that are ideal for beginner surfers to perfect their skills. The vibrant wildlife and colorful reefs in crystal-clear waters are perfect for snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming, and the diverse terrain with sweeping ocean views are popular for hiking, biking, and golfing. If you prefer to take in the landscape from above, skydiving, parasailing, and sailplaning are on the offer.
Though North Shore beaches are known for big-wave surfing, these pristine shorelines are great for families, children, and those looking for seaside relaxation. The Hale’iwa Ali’i Beach Park, a soft-sand beach with a grassy lawn and recreation areas, and Pua’ena Point Beach Park, a secluded beach with calm waves and a nearby park, are ideal for families. Nature lovers will enjoy Laniakea Beach, a scenic stretch of sand with a huge population of sea turtles, and Kaiaka Bay Beach Park, a grassy shoreline with tide pools and interesting rock formations. Waimea Beach, a pristine area with big waves and high-profile surf competitions, is ideal for adventurers.
North Shore has plenty of transportation options to get to and from your summer rental. Public buses, shuttles, taxis, and a trolley are available to get to local attractions and to the different areas in the North Shore region. If you prefer to travel on your own schedule, renting a car gives you the flexibility to visit attractions both near and far. With nearly year-round sunshine, walking and biking are also popular modes of transportation in the area.
The legacy of the Hawaii Regional Cuisine movement is still reflected in the restaurants of the North Shore and O’ahu. Fresh local products and ingredients create flavorful dishes that combine traditional Hawaiian cooking with Asian influences and American classics for tastes unique to the region. Seafood is a staple in the area, along with frozen shaved ice (or shave ice, as the locals call it), which is similar to a snow cone. Whether you choose to dine in a sophisticated restaurant near your summer rental or by the seaside out of food trucks, the distinctive flavors of Hawaii are evident in these dishes.
Our 2022 property listings offer a large selection of 719 vacation rentals around North Shore. From 411 house rentals to 28 bungalow rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.