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)
Hilo Zoo$4.6Explore America's only tropical rainforest zoo featuring lush gardens and wildlife.
Kona Coffee and Tea Company$$4.6Savor authentic farm to cup Hawaiian coffee in Kailua Kona
Kona Coffee Living History Farm$$4.6Step back in time to explore Hawaii's rich coffee farming heritage
Kona Wine Market$4.6A premier Kailua-Kona boutique offering fine wines, craft spirits, and cigars.
Mauna Loa ObservatoryFree4.6A world-renowned atmospheric baseline research facility high on Hawaii's active volcano
Puu Oo TrailFree4.6Hike across historic lava fields and native rainforests on Big Island
Kau Coffee Mill$$4.5Sample locally grown Hawaiian coffee and roasted macadamia nuts in Pahala
Old Kona Airport State Recreation AreaFree4.5A historic airstrip turned oceanfront park ideal for sunsets and recreation
Captain Cook MonumentFree4.4Historic coastal obelisk marking James Cook's site in scenic Kealakekua Bay
Hilo BayfrontFree4.4Scenic coastal shoreline park offering iconic Hilo views and outrigger canoeing
Hilo Farmers Market$4.4Bustling downtown Hilo market with tropical produce and local crafts
Kohala WaterfallsFree4.4Experience pristine tropical waterfalls in the lush rainforests of North Kohala
Puako Petroglyph Archaeological PreserveFree4.4Explore thousands of ancient Hawaiian rock carvings along Kohala Coast trails
Hawaiian Paradise ParkFree4.3A sprawling coastal Big Island neighborhood featuring dramatic volcanic oceanfront cliffs.
Kona Farmers Market$4.3Explore fresh tropical produce, Kona coffee, and local Hawaiian crafts
Kona Inn Shopping Village$4.3Historic oceanfront boardwalk shopping center featuring local shops, galleries, and scenic dining
Lava Tree State MonumentFree4.3Explore unique volcanic tree molds along a peaceful paved loop trail.
Royal Kona Resort$$$$4.1Oceanfront Kailua-Kona resort offering ocean views, dining, and luau experiences
Kona Coffee Farm$3.8Step back in time to explore Hawaii's historic Kona coffee heritage
Kona International Market$3.7A local Kailua-Kona shopping hub with artisan boutiques and diverse eats
Hamakua CoastFreeA scenic drive featuring lush rainforests, waterfalls, and dramatic ocean cliffs.
Hawaiian BeachesFreeA quiet coastal Puna neighborhood offering dramatic rocky ocean views
Hilo BayFreeA picturesque ocean inlet lined with parks, gardens, and cultural landmarks
Hilo TownFreeHistoric coastal town on the Big Island with lush nature and culture.
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