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)
Kona Cloud Forest SanctuaryFree4.9Explore a lush tropical cloud forest sanctuary high on Mount Hualalai
Pololu Valley LookoutFree4.8Dramatic coastal overlook offering sweeping vistas of verdant sea cliffs.
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.
Puu Oo TrailFree4.6Hike across historic lava fields and native rainforests on Big Island
Old Kona Airport State Recreation AreaFree4.5A historic airstrip turned oceanfront park ideal for sunsets and recreation
Hilo BayfrontFree4.4Scenic coastal shoreline park offering iconic Hilo views and outrigger canoeing
Kohala WaterfallsFree4.4Experience pristine tropical waterfalls in the lush rainforests of North Kohala
Hawaiian Paradise ParkFree4.3A sprawling coastal Big Island neighborhood featuring dramatic volcanic oceanfront cliffs.
- Hilo BayFree
A picturesque ocean inlet lined with parks, gardens, and cultural landmarks
Pahoa Village CenterFreeA convenient Big Island shopping complex with local dining, hardware, and essentials
Pololū ValleyFreeDramatic northern coastline views and steep black sand beach hike
Punaluʻu BeachFreeExplore Hawaii's famous black sand beach known for resting green sea turtles
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