Things to do in Big Island
Popular picks: Visit Volcanoes National Park · Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay · Explore Waipi'o Valley · Go stargazing at Mauna Kea · Relax on Punalu'u Black Sand Beach · Tour a coffee farm in Kona · Hike the Pololu Valley · Visit Akaka Falls State Park · Discover the historic town of Hilo · Attend a traditional Hawaiian luau · Explore the lava fields · Take a helicopter tour of the island · Visit the Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park · Kayak along the coast · Whale watching (seasonal)
Hamakua Heritage CenterFree5.0Explore the rich plantation history and cultural heritage of Hawaii's Hamakua Coast
Kilauea Iki TrailFree4.9Hike through lush rainforest across a dramatic solidified volcanic lava lake
Kona Cloud Forest SanctuaryFree4.9Explore a lush tropical cloud forest sanctuary high on Mount Hualalai
Kona Historical SocietyFree4.9Preserving and sharing the rich cultural heritage of the Kona district.
Hapuna Beach State ParkFree4.8A vast white sand paradise ideal for swimming and sunbathing
Hawai'i Tropical Botanical Garden$$4.8A lush rainforest sanctuary featuring tropical plants, waterfalls, and ocean views
Hawaii Volcanoes National ParkFree4.8Explore active volcanoes, dramatic lava landscapes, and rich Hawaiian cultural heritage.
Kona Ocean Adventures$$4.8Experience thrilling manta ray, dolphin, and snorkeling boat tours in Kona.
Mauna KeaFree4.8Explore Hawaii’s tallest dormant volcano renowned for stargazing and breathtaking views.
Mauna Kea ObservatoryFree4.8World-class astronomical research complex offering dramatic high-altitude Big Island stargazing
Pololu Valley LookoutFree4.8Dramatic coastal overlook offering sweeping vistas of verdant sea cliffs.
Kaimu Black Sand BeachFree4.7Experience a dramatic black sand shoreline formed by recent lava flows
Lyman Museum and Mission House$4.7Explore natural history and cultural heritage at Hilo's historic Lyman Museum
Makalawena BeachFree4.7Pristine white sand beach accessible via a rugged coastal hike
Mokupapapa Discovery CenterFree4.7Interactive educational center in Hilo highlighting marine life and Hawaiian culture
Puu Waawaa State Recreation AreaFree4.7Hike iconic cinder cone trails for sweeping Big Island ocean views
The Big Island Candy Company$4.7Iconic Hilo confectioner famous for gourmet shortbread cookies and Hawaiian chocolates
The Painted ChurchFree4.7Explore vibrant biblical wall murals inside this historic Big Island church
Waimea Coffee Company$$4.7Waimea's neighborhood cafe for local Hawaiian coffee, breakfast melts, and smoothies
Akaka Falls State ParkFree4.6Discover lush tropical rainforest trails and dramatic 442-foot waterfall views
Green Sand Beach (Papakolea Beach)Free4.6Discover one of the world's rare green sand beaches in Hawaii
Hilo BayFree4.6A scenic crescent bay along the historic waterfront of downtown Hilo
Hilo Zoo$4.6Explore America's only tropical rainforest zoo featuring lush gardens and wildlife.
Kona Coffee and Tea Company$$4.6Savor authentic farm to cup Hawaiian coffee in Kailua Kona
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