Guidebook for Honokaa
Parks & Nature
Unspoiled magical valley approx. 14 miles away where you can take in the view from the lookout, venture into the valley (if you have 4-wheel drive), or if you are up for it...hike the journey. In a word "WOW"
117 locals recommend
Waipio Valley
Unspoiled magical valley approx. 14 miles away where you can take in the view from the lookout, venture into the valley (if you have 4-wheel drive), or if you are up for it...hike the journey. In a word "WOW"
It's not everyday you can have a glass of wine and see the lava glow from an active volcano.
There is also hiking, eating, art, and a museum on site.
880 locals recommend
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
It's not everyday you can have a glass of wine and see the lava glow from an active volcano.
There is also hiking, eating, art, and a museum on site.
Tallest mountain in Hawaii. Unmatched visibility for star gazing! The sunrise and sunsets from here will leave you speechless.
* There is an educational stop as well as bathrooms, before getting all the way to the top. They recommend stopping there to acclimate to the elevation change.
161 locals recommend
Mauna Kea
Tallest mountain in Hawaii. Unmatched visibility for star gazing! The sunrise and sunsets from here will leave you speechless.
* There is an educational stop as well as bathrooms, before getting all the way to the top. They recommend stopping there to acclimate to the elevation change.
Beautiful beach with lifeguards, showers, restrooms, picnic tables and bbq grills (bring charcoal) and a cooler.
241 locals recommend
Hapuna Beach
Beautiful beach with lifeguards, showers, restrooms, picnic tables and bbq grills (bring charcoal) and a cooler.
Arts & Culture
Quaint, volunteer run, train museum where you can learn about the sugarcane industry and an era past.
12 locals recommend
Laupahoehoe Train Museum
36-2377 Hawaiʻi Belt RdQuaint, volunteer run, train museum where you can learn about the sugarcane industry and an era past.
Town is filled with art galleries... shops and some eateries. A beautiful drive getting there, whether you take the upper (mountain) or lower (ocean) road.
88 locals recommend
Hawi
Town is filled with art galleries... shops and some eateries. A beautiful drive getting there, whether you take the upper (mountain) or lower (ocean) road.
Many different artist visit here from hula, ballet, music and theatre. Check on-line for events and ticket purchase.
23 locals recommend
Kahilu Theatre Foundation
67-1186 Lindsey RdMany different artist visit here from hula, ballet, music and theatre. Check on-line for events and ticket purchase.
Paniolo Heritage Center
67-139 Pukalani RdWishard Gallery
55-498 Hawi RdBeautiful works and jewelry.
Sightseeing
Water Falls! Well maintained hiking trails that lead you through tropical settings to magnificent water falls. A photo waiting to be taken.
*Just before the Falls make sure you stop at the fresh coconut and pineapple fruit stands where they will prepare them for you...on the spot.
Akaka Falls Road
Akaka Falls RoadWater Falls! Well maintained hiking trails that lead you through tropical settings to magnificent water falls. A photo waiting to be taken.
*Just before the Falls make sure you stop at the fresh coconut and pineapple fruit stands where they will prepare them for you...on the spot.
Shopping
Home made jellies from Mr Ed's, made from tropical fruits you've never heard of. He is a treasure.
Many other shops in town just as special, like the one with antique bottles and the other one with the lady that has a wild myna bird that continues to visit her after she fixed it's wing and set it free.
12 locals recommend
Honomu
Home made jellies from Mr Ed's, made from tropical fruits you've never heard of. He is a treasure.
Many other shops in town just as special, like the one with antique bottles and the other one with the lady that has a wild myna bird that continues to visit her after she fixed it's wing and set it free.
Everything in the store is made by persons living on the Big Island. What a wonderful way to remember your trip or share a gift with those you love.
Big Island Glass Gallery
Everything in the store is made by persons living on the Big Island. What a wonderful way to remember your trip or share a gift with those you love.
J J Meat Market
45-3745 Honokaa-Waipio RdLocal grass fed beef. Great for a BBQ at one of our beaches.
Food Scene
Fantastic Food and now they are in their own building...it is like traveling to a different country.
Home made dough and sauces along with local ingredients...yumm
Inside you'll find stonework and wood work making the whole dining experience memorable.
14 locals recommend
Cafe il Mondo
45-3580 Mamane StFantastic Food and now they are in their own building...it is like traveling to a different country.
Home made dough and sauces along with local ingredients...yumm
Inside you'll find stonework and wood work making the whole dining experience memorable.
Just recognized by "Blue Zone". Come by and congratulate them for offering healthy long life foods.
7 locals recommend
Sea Dandelion Vegetarian Cafe and Awa Bar
45-3590 Mamane StJust recognized by "Blue Zone". Come by and congratulate them for offering healthy long life foods.
Consistently Great Food and cocktails! One of my Go To Places.
Fresh fish, sushi and other delicious choices.
Many nights have music or some other entertainment. Reservations are usually recommended.
51 locals recommend
Red Water Cafe
65-1299 Kawaihae RdConsistently Great Food and cocktails! One of my Go To Places.
Fresh fish, sushi and other delicious choices.
Many nights have music or some other entertainment. Reservations are usually recommended.
Drinks & Nightlife
Now called The Landing, same location.
Live music from local and visiting musicians on Wednesday nite (open mic) always a fun night.
Sports channels on various tv's to catch a game and have a beer.
8 locals recommend
Last Call Saloon
45-3490 Mamane StNow called The Landing, same location.
Live music from local and visiting musicians on Wednesday nite (open mic) always a fun night.
Sports channels on various tv's to catch a game and have a beer.
A genuine Tiki Bar !!!
Fresh fish and you won't believe their calamari.
56 locals recommend
Seafood Bar and Grill
61-3642 Kawaihae RdA genuine Tiki Bar !!!
Fresh fish and you won't believe their calamari.
Restaurant/Bar is topless.... meaning there is no roof!
Warm nights with a clear sky make all this possible.
54 locals recommend
Blue Dragon Restaurant and Coastal Cuisine
61-3616 Kawaihae RdRestaurant/Bar is topless.... meaning there is no roof!
Warm nights with a clear sky make all this possible.
Entertainment & Activities
Honokaa's People's Theater-- movies, music, dance and other shows. Great deal at $6 a movie and real butter for your $2 popcorn. A beautiful historic building.
First Friday of every month the town (Honokaa) celebrates with street musicians, crafts, and food vendors.
39 locals recommend
Honokaa
Honokaa's People's Theater-- movies, music, dance and other shows. Great deal at $6 a movie and real butter for your $2 popcorn. A beautiful historic building.
First Friday of every month the town (Honokaa) celebrates with street musicians, crafts, and food vendors.
Great outfit to take you scuba diving on the northwest side of the island.
10 locals recommend
Kohala Divers Ltd
613665 Akoni Pule HwyGreat outfit to take you scuba diving on the northwest side of the island.