Located on the northeastern side of the island of Hawaiʻi, Hilo offers breathtaking natural beauty plus all the amenities of a vibrant town. On the geographic flipside of the volcanic Kohala …

Start your visit with a stroll down Kamehameha Avenue facing beautiful Hilo Bay and discover a variety of local shops, restaurants and attractions including the modern aloha wear at Sig Zane …

Downtown Hilo is the island of Hawaiʻi's biggest small town, featuring centuries-old wooden storefronts—many of which are on the National Register of Historic Places—housing a variety …

The Hilo Farmers Market lures both locals and visitors with Hilo’s freshest finds at affordable prices. You’ll find a colorful selection of locally grown fruit, vegetables, herbs, island jams and …

At ʻAkaka Falls State Park, located along the northeastern Hilo Coast, you can see two gorgeous waterfalls on one short hike. The pleasant 0.4-mile uphill hike will take you through a lush …

Some of the biggest events on the island include the annual Merrie Monarch Festival (follows Easter Sunday in March - April) in Hilo, the largest hula competition in the world; and the …

Explore the scenic Wailuku River State Park on the Island of Hawaii to find waterfalls, hiking trails and more.

Located outside Hilo, just two miles south down Kalanianaʻole Avenue from Onekahakaha Beach, the ocean here is spring-fed, calm and current-free. With its tide pools and picnic tables, it’s a …

Hilo Hattie is best known for being the world’s largest retailer and manufacture of Hawaii fashions and gifts, offering locals and visitors alike thousands of Hawaii products including a wide range …

Hula is a uniquely Hawaiian dance accompanied by chant or song that preserves and perpetuates the stories, traditions and culture of Hawaii. Learn more about the tradition of Hula on the …