Guidebook for Volcano
Food Scene
Thai Thai Bistro and Bar
19-4084 Old Volcano RdAuthentic Thai Cuisine and Vegetarian options!
The BEST avocado sandwich and carrot cake I've ever had + the ambiance is laid back and eclectic... leaving you full and dreaming of your next DIY project!
130 locals recommend
Tin Shack Bakery
15-1500 Akeakamai LoopThe BEST avocado sandwich and carrot cake I've ever had + the ambiance is laid back and eclectic... leaving you full and dreaming of your next DIY project!
Good stop on the way to Volcano for last minute organic grocery shopping.
11 locals recommend
Keaau Natural Foods
16-586 Old Volcano RdGood stop on the way to Volcano for last minute organic grocery shopping.
Everything Else
Naked drum circle on Sunday if that's your thing! LOL
This is a beautiful black sand beach where it's okay to be in your birthday suit and swim with dolphins.
177 locals recommend
Kehena Black Sand Beach
Naked drum circle on Sunday if that's your thing! LOL
This is a beautiful black sand beach where it's okay to be in your birthday suit and swim with dolphins.
Parks & Nature
Some of the Best Snorkeling on the Hilo Side of the Big Island.
Lots of live reef and a variety of tropical fish live in this intricate maze of tide pools. The closer you get to the ocean the more life you will find. Stay in the safety and protection of the tranquil tide pools.
83 locals recommend
Kapoho Tide Pools
Some of the Best Snorkeling on the Hilo Side of the Big Island.
Lots of live reef and a variety of tropical fish live in this intricate maze of tide pools. The closer you get to the ocean the more life you will find. Stay in the safety and protection of the tranquil tide pools.
Who doesn't want to wade and bask in a volcanically heated 90°F (32°C) spring- fed pool? Ahalanui offers a bathing experience that is unique in the Hawaiian Islands.
Easy Access with Stairs into the pool opens this experience to all guests. It is a part natural part man-made pool right next to the ocean.
86 locals recommend
Ahalanui County Beach Park
14-5363 Kalapana - Kapoho RdWho doesn't want to wade and bask in a volcanically heated 90°F (32°C) spring- fed pool? Ahalanui offers a bathing experience that is unique in the Hawaiian Islands.
Easy Access with Stairs into the pool opens this experience to all guests. It is a part natural part man-made pool right next to the ocean.
This iconic lava tube walkthrough can get busy with crowds of people and tour buses. The parking lot is often at maximum capacity.
However this spot should not be missed. Go first thing in the morning or last thing in the afternoon on your way to see the Glow from the Jagger Museum
38 locals recommend
Nāhuku - Thurston Lava Tube
This iconic lava tube walkthrough can get busy with crowds of people and tour buses. The parking lot is often at maximum capacity.
However this spot should not be missed. Go first thing in the morning or last thing in the afternoon on your way to see the Glow from the Jagger Museum
Drinks & Nightlife
While the Dinner Menu at the Volcano House Restaurant can be pricey. We often opt for dessert or drinks at Uncle George's Lounge after dark. The setting is calming and an enjoyable way to spend sometime after hours with friends and family.
14 locals recommend
Uncle Georges Lounge at The Volcano House
1 Crater Rim DriveWhile the Dinner Menu at the Volcano House Restaurant can be pricey. We often opt for dessert or drinks at Uncle George's Lounge after dark. The setting is calming and an enjoyable way to spend sometime after hours with friends and family.