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)

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Hapuna Beach State ParkFree4.8
A vast white sand paradise ideal for swimming and sunbathing
Mauna KeaFree4.8
Explore Hawaii’s tallest dormant volcano renowned for stargazing and breathtaking views.
Pololu Valley LookoutFree4.8
Dramatic coastal overlook offering sweeping vistas of verdant sea cliffs.
Akaka Falls State ParkFree4.6
Discover lush tropical rainforest trails and dramatic 442-foot waterfall views
Green Sand Beach (Papakolea Beach)Free4.6
Discover one of the world's rare green sand beaches in Hawaii
Captain Cook MonumentFree4.4
Historic coastal obelisk marking James Cook's site in scenic Kealakekua Bay
Kohala WaterfallsFree4.4
Experience pristine tropical waterfalls in the lush rainforests of North Kohala
Hawaiian BeachesFree
A quiet coastal Puna neighborhood offering dramatic rocky ocean views
Hilo BayFree
A picturesque ocean inlet lined with parks, gardens, and cultural landmarks
Kohala CoastFree
Discover sunny golden beaches, luxury resorts, and historic Hawaiian coastline.
Kohala Coast$
Discover the Beauty of Kohala Coast
Pololū ValleyFree
Dramatic northern coastline views and steep black sand beach hike
Puu HinaiFree
Explore a scenic natural volcanic cone landmark on Hawaii's Big Island.

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