By: Hawaii Tours
Date: March 24, 2020
Located on the way to Oahu’s famous North Shore, the Dole Pineapple Plantation has long been part of the island. The pineapple is as synonymous with Hawaii as the beautiful beaches and stunning scenery, and no place better portrays its history and importance than the Dole Pineapple Plantation. When you’re heading toward the North Shore, whether on a Circle Island Tour or on your way to the North Shore for a free day of exploration, the plantation is a great stop and one of Oahu’s top attractions.
Hawaii’s pineapple production dates back for over 100 years, reaching its peak in the mid-1900s, and continuing to this day, though not nearly at the same level as the heyday. Despite the significantly reduced farming and exporting of the fruit, it has remained a staple for locals and visitors to Hawaii, and has long been a symbol of the islands. Pineapple demand was so great that in its prime years, the entire island of Lanai was dedicated to pineapple production, owned and operated by the Hawaii Pineapple Company, helping to supply the world with pineapples.
Now, the Dole Pineapple Plantation is dedicated to sharing the history of the pineapple in Hawaii, and providing visitors to its grounds for delicious pineapple treats and fun things to do like the pineapple maze and the train ride. From endless rows of plants to the former canning facilities, the entirety of Dole’s pineapple production was found on the site of the current park, and at one time, was one of the biggest employers on the island. Today, you can discover the lifecycle of the fruit, from plant to the final stages of the canning process, and the plantation features a variety of pineapples from around the world, showing the diversity of the fruit.
Of the great things to do at the plantation, one of the top choices is tasting the treats that are found at Dole. These delicious treats include the famous Pineapple Whip, pineapple chocolates, cookies, and an assortment of candies, all prepared with locally grown pineapples from right here in Hawaii. Since you will surely want to take a pineapple home with you, Dole has conveniently pre-packed pineapples that are ready for shipping, allowing you to take a sweet treat from Hawaii home with you and saving you space in your bag.
There are many top attractions to visit on Oahu and the Dole Pineapple Plantation is right up there with the best of the best. The easiest choice for visiting is to join a Circle Island Tour and enjoy time here during one of your many stops. Enjoy the fresh treats and interesting history of Hawaii’s favorite fruit during your Hawaii vacation!
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