Today, all that is left of the vast Dole plantation is a pictorial display of the pineapple's history and a country store offers fresh pineappels and gifts. In the back, nearly two acres of rich, red earth have been turned into the world's largest maze (recognized by the Guinness Book of Records) with a path 1.7 miles long. It is built from 11,400 tropical plants, including hibiscus and fragrant plumeria; in the center is a garden in the form of a golden pineapple. Maze admission is USD5 for adults and USD3 for children ages 4-12. There is also the new Pineapple express.This two-mile 20 minute narrated train tour is great fun for kids and adults. You’ll learn about the history of pineapple and agriculture in Hawaii, hear the fascinating story of James Dole and see some of the most beautiful scenery on the North Shore.
Some of the gifts at the Dole Plantation includes men's, women's, children's clothing, t-shirts, caps, candies, cookies, cofee, tea, speciality food and of cours pineapples. Home and kitchen gifts, toys, souvenirs, flowers, lei's and gift basket are also available. A large variety of fresh fruit is also sold outside the center at an out-door fruit market. Pineapple ice soft ice cream is also very delicious at the Dole Plantation and is popular with people of all ages.
