Guidebook for Captain Cook
Sightseeing
Great insight into the Hawaiian culture and breathtaking views of the coastline. Just outside the park is the famed snorkel site "Two-Step" and a calm, protected keiki beach perfect for small kids.
270 locals recommend
Pu'uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park
State Highway 160Great insight into the Hawaiian culture and breathtaking views of the coastline. Just outside the park is the famed snorkel site "Two-Step" and a calm, protected keiki beach perfect for small kids.
Living history museum that tells the story of the evolution of the coffee farms in the area. Authentic exhibits and beautiful scenery make this a great way to spend an afternoon.
10 locals recommend
Kona Historical Society & H.N. Greenwell Store Museum
81-6551 Hawaiʻi Belt RdLiving history museum that tells the story of the evolution of the coffee farms in the area. Authentic exhibits and beautiful scenery make this a great way to spend an afternoon.
Food Scene
Charming space, delightful atmosphere, live music and delicious food make this a perfect spot for a romantic dinner. They feature local ingredients and cook them to perfection. Great cocktails, too!
42 locals recommend
Keei Cafe
79-7511 Hawaiʻi Belt RdCharming space, delightful atmosphere, live music and delicious food make this a perfect spot for a romantic dinner. They feature local ingredients and cook them to perfection. Great cocktails, too!
Big Island's own world-famous chef has chosen a great location--perfect for watching the sunsets. The food is inventive and the portions large. The bar also has great "fire-pit" seating.
75 locals recommend
Sam Choy's Kai Lanai
78-6831 Ali‘i DrBig Island's own world-famous chef has chosen a great location--perfect for watching the sunsets. The food is inventive and the portions large. The bar also has great "fire-pit" seating.
THE BEST onion rings you will ever have. Oh--and you may say that about their burgers, too. Local ingredients, large portions. The dining room is beautiful and they have a nice, open-air deck.
45 locals recommend
Annie's Island Fresh Burgers
79-7460 Hawaiʻi Belt RdTHE BEST onion rings you will ever have. Oh--and you may say that about their burgers, too. Local ingredients, large portions. The dining room is beautiful and they have a nice, open-air deck.
Gio himself hand-crafts the delightful gelato and bakes the more delicious pastries in this tiny shop. We love the vegan chocolate and can't get enough of his butter cookies--perfect after Annie's!
Gio's Gelato & Italian Pastry Shop
79-7459 Hawaiʻi Belt RdGio himself hand-crafts the delightful gelato and bakes the more delicious pastries in this tiny shop. We love the vegan chocolate and can't get enough of his butter cookies--perfect after Annie's!
Sandy's Drive In
79-7436 Hawaiʻi Belt RdGood local food at a reasonable price. The Chicken Katsu is my favorite!
Great Chicago-style crust and good selection of toppings. They even have authentic deep-dish--and I should know...I'm from Chicago ;-)
22 locals recommend
Bianelli's Gourmet Pizza and Pasta
78-6831 Ali‘i DrGreat Chicago-style crust and good selection of toppings. They even have authentic deep-dish--and I should know...I'm from Chicago ;-)
Essentials
Their prices may not be the lowest in town, but the fish is the freshest and is caught locally. Try the Big Island Beef (melt-in-your-mouth) and don't forget the musubi. Sushi at the deli is good too!
76 locals recommend
ChoiceMART
82-6066 Mamalahoa HwyTheir prices may not be the lowest in town, but the fish is the freshest and is caught locally. Try the Big Island Beef (melt-in-your-mouth) and don't forget the musubi. Sushi at the deli is good too!
This natural foods market is small but packs in a great selection of mainland and local brands (think mini-Whole Foods). Their prices can be high--but they carry lots that you can't get elsewhere.
Island Naturals & Market Deli
79-7460 Mamalahoa HwyThis natural foods market is small but packs in a great selection of mainland and local brands (think mini-Whole Foods). Their prices can be high--but they carry lots that you can't get elsewhere.