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Dole Plantation

Farm, Monument, and Restaurant
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    Lynette E.
    "Don't skip the line for the dole whip - it's absolutely delicious!"(51 Tips)
    Allison K.
    "Go on the tour then treat yourself with the pineapple ice cream!"(23 Tips)
    Laila N.
    "The dole pineapple whip in the waffle cone is to die for!"(9 Tips)
    Dream
    "Love the train ride and pineapple ice-cream 🍍🍦"(13 Tips)
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  • Men's Health Mag
    Men's Health MagFebruary 12, 2015
    It started as a mere fruit stand back in 1950, and now Oahu's enormous Dole Plantation is open to the public. Take a tour, try to find your way through the giant pineapple maze (the world's largest). Read more
    Upvoted 2 weeks ago
  • MSH | Hawaii Toursheart icon on user image
    MSH | Hawaii ToursOctober 26, 2012
    See how they grow the world-famous pineapples and marvel at the amazing and varied colors of their Koi fish. These fish are symbols of love and friendship in their native Japan.
    Upvoted Feb 7
  • James A.heart icon on user image
    James AguilarAugust 24, 2013
    If you really love pineapple, this place is your Mecca, Jerusalem, and Vatican all rolled in to one. Otherwise, the maze and train are still a decently fun way to spend an afternoon.
    Upvoted Feb 20
  • Best of Hawaii L.heart icon on user image
    Best of Hawaii LLCJune 7, 2015
    The Dole maze is a fun attraction for all ages. Don't cheat as it makes it not so fun. Don't forget to order a nice ice cold pineapple ice-cream #BestofHawaiibyKalani
  • Justin M.heart icon on user image
    Justin MartinNovember 16, 2021
    While you can’t make a day of it, it’s fun nonetheless. The maze was really fun and I actually learned a lot (pineapples grow through the crown!). Not a must see but a nice place to stop by.
  • Tim D.heart icon on user image
    Tim DengJanuary 5, 2020
    It’s honestly rly fun! The maze is large enough that it’ll actually take some time to solve, and definitely stay for some dole whip and the train tour.
  • Enn E.heart icon on user image
    Enn EssFebruary 7, 2023
    Shops are very expensive but the 30 minute train tour is interesting and informative. Spent about 4 hours there including touring the gardens. Great if you’re looking for something slow paced to do.
  • Brian
    BrianMay 1, 2017
    Not a bad 1-2-hour stop to check out some pineapple-related stuff. The Dole Whip alone made it worth it. The train ride is affordable, was a nice ride and still somewhat interesting.
  • Vivek S.heart icon on user image
    Vivek SethumadhavanAugust 24, 2014
    One person in your party should get dole whip in a cup. The other should get the pineapple upside down cake. Then share generous portions between the two of you and voila, pineapple cake a la mode
  • Sebastianheart icon on user image
    SebastianJune 15, 2016
    Stay on the highway don't enter the parking lot and u will see exactly the same like on the Pineapple Ex. There is a pineapple field right opposite of it. Don't pay for that 20$ ride.
  • Antwan J.
    Antwan JonesJune 5, 2011
    Pineapple Dole whip float ($6.95) also comes with souvenir mug, which I find awesome. Also, buy the Chocolate covered pineapple from the gift shop - yummy!! Lastly, check out the fish outside!
  • Emily P.
    Emily P. 💠June 5, 2016
    If hyper-commerciality does not irk you, feel free to go. Otherwise, avoid and go straight to the North Shore. Dole Whip tasted sugary and pineapple tasted tart. #GMO
  • Men's Health Mag
    Men's Health MagApril 16, 2015
    Take a tour, try to find your way through the giant pineapple maze (the world's largest), and grab a pineapple-infused lunch at the plantation's grille. Read more
  • Tee G.
    Tee GolihewNovember 20, 2012
    It's definitely touristy but in a good way. They have great gifts and some really cool gifts if you search. (Eg leather bracelets you can personalize for those Lucky /InStyle gals).
  • Joan D.heart icon on user image
    Joan DittmerDecember 10, 2015
    We had a car and drove versus paying for them to take you. Loved it. Lots of fun. Need to try the dole pineapple ice cream. A must!
  • Rex W.
    Rex WuiSeptember 23, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Walk past the vendor carts and hang a right. Walk past all the pineapple plants to the pond where 50¢ gets you a handful of fish food to feed the koi! So worth watching them - they are vicious!
  • Lloyd M.heart icon on user image
    Lloyd MFebruary 16, 2023
    Unless you are a maze fanatic, or are a garden lover, save your money and only purchase the train ticket. The 20 min tour gives you a good overview of the industry and you get to see pineapple fields.
  • Otis L.
    Otis LeiMay 25, 2014
    Maze is only fun on the paper. pineapple whip and drinks are good. Garden tour is boring. Train tour is fun and acknowledge
  • Kimmee B.heart icon on user image
    Kimmee BOctober 20, 2012
    Train ride could have been more informative...market has unique Hawaiian gifts!! & if u ❤ picking pearls u can get black n pink pearls at Maui Divers Pearl kiosk!!!
  • Social N.
    Social News NetworkNovember 28, 2012
    The Plantation is one of the few places where you can get a a Dole Whip (soft serve vanilla ice cream with pineapple). Be sure to try one!
  • Nate L.heart icon on user image
    Nate LawlerJuly 18, 2017
    Train ride is cool for kids and I enjoyed it as well. I'd avoid paying for the other two activities (maze and garden tour).
  • Jones
    JonesDecember 24, 2023
    Unless you have kids , not worth the drive. Food was ok. Souvenirs are priced high. Long waits for tickets and the train. If you come after 12, wait is about an hour. Also maze closes on rainy days.
    Upvoted Jan 22
  • deekayheart icon on user image
    deekayJuly 3, 2015
    Amazing experience here. We tried the Dole whip, bought an authentic tiki and did the maze. The maze was actually SO fun & that's coming from 2 grown ass adults haha
  • Anna R.heart icon on user image
    Anna ROctober 9, 2015
    The rainbow eucalyptus trees outside were tippy and cool looking. Go for the pineapple whip with diced pineapples.
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    KatMay 31, 2019
    The Dole whip is amazing!! It’s definitely a must when you come here!
  • Jica G.heart icon on user image
    Jica GarcinesJuly 10, 2015
    The Dole whip is worth a stop and visit here. Be aware they do try to catch you with the whole pearl gimmick thing, but saying "No" is sufficient
  • Florian
    FlorianJune 15, 2016
    Skip the Pineapple Express train, leave the whole compound and drive past the vast pineapple fields next to the plant. Same thing, but free.
  • Jared C.
    Jared CohenOctober 11, 2012
    The Garden Tour isn't worth it. There are no pineapples to pick or see. Do the train, beautiful photo ops. And DoleWhip is a must.
  • Ulysses ..heart icon on user image
    Ulysses .May 17, 2017
    Dole whip great. Out of the pineapple upside down cake :( Contrary to reviews, garden was interesting. Maze boring. Expensive exhibits but a nice Indian family was leaving and gave us free tickets.
  • John B.
    John BrunelliApril 15, 2017
    Really wanted to try the ice cream, but the line moved at a snail's pace and our tour bus only gave us 20 minutes. 😢
  • Ailie C.
    Ailie ChangNovember 26, 2017
    Visit on your way to the North Shore! The train tour is better than the garden tour.
  • Blair P.
    Blair PeckaApril 16, 2012
    Definitely do the dole whip with a vanilla ice cream twist! The dole whip can be a little much. This is the perfect combo! Yum!!
  • Smithsonian Channel
    Smithsonian ChannelJune 23, 2011
    James Dole began farming pineapples on a modest 60 acres at the turn of the century. By the time his company peaked, Dole Foods was producing 250 million pineapples a year. (From Aerial America) Read more
  • kayla b.heart icon on user image
    kayla bMay 17, 2021
    It’s a great day trip. Food is amazing. Get the pineapple juice!! So fresh
  • Jason S.
    Jason SApril 9, 2013
    Go watch the pineapple cutting demonstration in the store on the hour - then eat all the free pineapple you want!
  • Tyler F.heart icon on user image
    Tyler Fox3 weeks ago
    Pretty much a tourist trap. Go once, get some Dole Whip with fresh crushed pineapple topping, and get out.
  • Laila N.
    Laila NelsonJanuary 1, 2013
    Oh my... The dole pineapple whip in the waffle cone is to die for! The cone tastes like pineapple.....Yumm
  • JH H.heart icon on user image
    JH H-DDecember 16, 2021
    Don’t need an entrance ticket to get the food or Dole Whip!
  • Jan R.heart icon on user image
    Jan RosenbergNovember 2, 2015
    The place to visit when in Oahu. Ice cream float is the thing!
  • Rosa A.heart icon on user image
    Rosa AdamsJanuary 27, 2016
    The whip is amazing but if you want to try something different eater with fries
  • Johnheart icon on user image
    JohnDecember 26, 2016
    OMG dole whip with fresh pineapple and coconut on top! And li hing mui as a zesty kicker.
  • Alfaheart icon on user image
    AlfaJuly 19, 2017
    All pineapple everything, everywhere. They also have really great souvenirs.
  • Corey B.heart icon on user image
    Corey BaileyOctober 15, 2016
    Get the dole whip with pineapple! Also great Kalua pork quesadilla!
  • Richard R.heart icon on user image
    Richard RevillaOctober 22, 2014
    The pineapple ice cream is reason number 1 to go here.
  • Annheart icon on user image
    AnnSeptember 6, 2014
    Dole Whip and fresh, sweet Pineapple are the best!!!
  • Doreen G.
    Doreen GreavesJuly 18, 2014
    Prepare to spend. File whip and vanilla ice cream swirl with coconut shavings is delicious
  • christopher p.heart icon on user image
    christopher perryDecember 30, 2023
    the maze is entertaining and the pineapple soft serve was sweet, simple, and delicious
  • Corrie E.heart icon on user image
    Corrie ElstonJuly 7, 2013
    Classic family fun... Get lost in the maze until you can't take it anymore, then head in and eat pineapple ice cream. Timeless...
  • Andrew S.
    Andrew SeroffJuly 6, 2013
    According to these tips, the train ride is boring, but let me tell you, when it's raining and the train breaks down after an hour of queue, it's a perfect storm of hilarious stupidity
  • Jung K.
    Jung KimApril 8, 2017
    Was a good place to stop by when heading to north shore
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