Guidebook for Hilo
Shopping
This local shop specializing in imported foods is just a short walk around the corner.
Kilauea Market
This local shop specializing in imported foods is just a short walk around the corner.
Prince Kuhio Plaza
111 E Puainako StThe local shopping mall has all the big name brands.
Parks & Nature
Best surf spot near Hilo! A nice stream meets the ocean here. So you have your choice between a cold freshwater swim or a warm ocean swim.
81 locals recommend
Honoli'i Beach Park
Best surf spot near Hilo! A nice stream meets the ocean here. So you have your choice between a cold freshwater swim or a warm ocean swim.
This is the perfect place for a relaxing walk or a picnic.
16 locals recommend
Wailoa River State Park
799 Piilani StThis is the perfect place for a relaxing walk or a picnic.
For stunning views of the bay and Mauna Kea come to Coconut Island. Nearby are the Japanese gardens and Reeds bay beach which is a good spot for SUP boarding.
67 locals recommend
Coconut Island
For stunning views of the bay and Mauna Kea come to Coconut Island. Nearby are the Japanese gardens and Reeds bay beach which is a good spot for SUP boarding.
Food Scene
Ken's is the iconic breakfast diner of Hilo. If you want a good stack of pancakes its the place to go! It's also conveniently located near the airport if you're on your way out of town.
83 locals recommend
Kens House of Pancakes
1730 Kamehameha AveKen's is the iconic breakfast diner of Hilo. If you want a good stack of pancakes its the place to go! It's also conveniently located near the airport if you're on your way out of town.
East Wind Fresh & Healthy Chinese Cuisine
14 W Lanikaula StOur favorite chinese restuarant is just around the corner!
Drinks & Nightlife
Hilo isn't really the town for a raucous nightlife, but if you're looking to hang out over a glass of beer and maybe play some pool, the Tavern is where its at. They also feature live music on a regular basis.
47 locals recommend
Hilo Town Tavern
168 Keawe StHilo isn't really the town for a raucous nightlife, but if you're looking to hang out over a glass of beer and maybe play some pool, the Tavern is where its at. They also feature live music on a regular basis.
Sightseeing
The caves of Kaumana are a fun place to visit and only a short drive away in Hilo.
65 locals recommend
Kaumana Caves
1492 Kaumana DrThe caves of Kaumana are a fun place to visit and only a short drive away in Hilo.
Arts & Culture
Learn about the local history of Hilo Town and the devastating tsunami that nearly destroyed it.
115 locals recommend
Pacific Tsunami Museum
130 Kamehameha AveLearn about the local history of Hilo Town and the devastating tsunami that nearly destroyed it.
Entertainment & Activities
Regal Prince Kuhio
111 E Puainako StCatch a movie on a rainy day!