Guidebook for Hilo
Food Scene
Ebisuya Sushi
179 Kilauea AveGreat sushi, affordable, chill atmosphere.
One of the 'fancier' restaurants in Hilo. Best for date nights. I recommend their risotto and their desserts are the best in town.
139 locals recommend
Cafe Pesto - Hilo
308 Kamehameha AveOne of the 'fancier' restaurants in Hilo. Best for date nights. I recommend their risotto and their desserts are the best in town.
Best poke in Hilo! Fishermen unload their catch straight from their boat to the restaurant. Freshest fish available.
88 locals recommend
Suisan Fish Market
93 Lihiwai StBest poke in Hilo! Fishermen unload their catch straight from their boat to the restaurant. Freshest fish available.
Short N Sweet Bakery & Cafe
1263 Kinoole StCute little bakery with rich pastries!
Shopping
Modest mall with food court and theater. An option to explore on rainy days.
60 locals recommend
Prince Kuhio Plaza
111 E Puainako StModest mall with food court and theater. An option to explore on rainy days.
Essentials
Just down the street, Target is a good place to pick up sunscreen, water, and anything else you'll need for your beach day.
34 locals recommend
Target
391 Makaala StJust down the street, Target is a good place to pick up sunscreen, water, and anything else you'll need for your beach day.
There are several cheaper grocery stores nearby but KTA has the most local brands and offers an alternative experience to your typical Walmart and Safeway.
88 locals recommend
Hilo KTA Super Stores
50 E Puainako StThere are several cheaper grocery stores nearby but KTA has the most local brands and offers an alternative experience to your typical Walmart and Safeway.
Getting Around
Hilo International Airport
2450 Kekuanaoa Street10 minute drive to Hilo International Airport.
Parks & Nature
Clam and relaxing beach. Nice spot for paddle boarding and enjoying the view over lunch.
10 locals recommend
Reeds Bay
Clam and relaxing beach. Nice spot for paddle boarding and enjoying the view over lunch.
Popular black sand beach. Enjoy a day of sun bathing and snorkeling.
176 locals recommend
Richardson Ocean Park
2355 Kalanianaole StPopular black sand beach. Enjoy a day of sun bathing and snorkeling.
This small 12-acre zoo is the only one in the United States located in a rainforest!
110 locals recommend
Panaewa Rainforest Zoo
800 Stainback HwyThis small 12-acre zoo is the only one in the United States located in a rainforest!
Rainbow Falls
Easy to access waterfall close to town.
Rent a board in town and surf like a local at Honoli'i. Or take a snack and watch the wave riders at this iconic location.
81 locals recommend
Honoli'i Beach Park
Rent a board in town and surf like a local at Honoli'i. Or take a snack and watch the wave riders at this iconic location.
UNESCO World Heritage Site, the volcano national park is a unique natural and cultural experience. 40 minute drive from the farm.
880 locals recommend
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
UNESCO World Heritage Site, the volcano national park is a unique natural and cultural experience. 40 minute drive from the farm.
Best beach if you have a small child. Sandy, calm waters, shallow.
65 locals recommend
Onekahakaha Beach Park
74 Onekahakaha RdBest beach if you have a small child. Sandy, calm waters, shallow.
Pana'ewa Park
100 Ohuohu StPark with jungle gym and basketball courts.
Arts & Culture
Pacific Tsunami Museum
130 Kamehameha AveSmall museum close to shops and cafes.