Hawai‘i Keiki Museum
Kings' Shops, Waikoloa, HI
Hands-on children’s museum at Kings' Shops with island-science exhibits, workshops, and birthday options.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A smaller museum-style stop that feels especially good for curious kids who like hands-on discovery more than giant climbing structures.
Good fit
- Toddlers through early elementary kids who like STEAM-style exhibits
- Families visiting Waikoloa who want an indoor option near shopping and dining
- Low-key birthday celebrations or museum-style playdates
Consider another option if
- Kids seeking big gross-motor obstacle play
- Families looking for a loud all-day jump-park experience
Know Before You Go
- Supervision
- Caregiver participation is part of the experience; this is not a drop-off play center.
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
- Hours vary due to private events
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
- Sensory play
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Hands on museum visit
Read more about this location
Hawai‘i Keiki Museum is a nonprofit hands-on children’s museum at Kings' Shops in Waikoloa where families can explore island-science and maker-style activities in an intimate museum setting. It works well for both local families and visitors who want indoor discovery play, and the museum also offers memberships, field trips, workshops, camps, and birthday celebrations.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
Public ticket pages list adult admission from $7 to $15 and child admission from $0 to $10, with full-price admission including a return visit within 7 days.
Accessibility
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Location
69-250 Waikoloa Beach Drive K104
Waikoloa, HI, 96738-5720
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 9, 2026 against 6 public sources
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- Last check on record
- Apr 9, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 6 public sources
Public sources
- Official websitehawaiikeikimuseum.org
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- Official admission pagehawaiikeikimuseum.org
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- Official child admission pagehawaiikeikimuseum.org
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- Official field trips pagehawaiikeikimuseum.org
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- Official party pagehawaiikeikimuseum.org
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- Official about/contact referenceshawaiikeikimuseum.org
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What changed
April 9, 2026
Rewrote editorial copy, filled location details, and verified public hours, admission ranges, field-trip pricing, and party basics from official museum pages.