Discover where monarchs once danced, debated, and dreamed. Hulihe‘e Palace invites you to experience the soul of Hawai‘i’s royal past, carefully preserved by the Daughters of Hawai‘i.

Placed at the edge of Kailua Bay, Hulihe‘e Palace is more than a museum—it’s a living chronicle of Hawai‘i’s ali‘i, their personal lives, and the changes in the Hawaiian Kingdom. Built in 1838 by High Chief John Adams Kuakini, the palace began as a lava rock residence, reflecting both Hawaiian craftsmanship and Western influence. Kuakini, then Governor of Hawai‘i Island, envisioned it as a place of prestige and hospitality.