Lyon Arboretum

A rainforest garden far quieter than the falls trail

⚠ Open weekday daytime only

Hours: Weekdays around 9am-3pm; closed weekends and holidays
Tickets: Free; suggested donation about $5-10
Address: Near the Manoa Falls trailhead at the top of Manoa Road

Run by the University of Hawaii, this rainforest garden packs name-tagged plants along every path. A dirt trail leads on to Aihualama Falls, slick with mud after rain. Compared with the neighboring Manoa Falls trail, it is quiet enough to hear birds. Entry is free with a suggested donation.