Free & Cheap Things to Do in Kailua-Kona, HI

  • The list below includes 74 free or cheap things to do in or near Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Fishing, Snorkeling and Other Entertainment.
  • From Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay) to Makalawena/Pu'u Ali'i, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kailua-Kona and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Kealakekua, Waikoloa, Holualoa and Captain Cook.
  • The list below includes 74 free or cheap things to do in or near Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Fishing, Snorkeling and Other Entertainment.
  • From Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay) to Makalawena/Pu'u Ali'i, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kailua-Kona and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Kealakekua, Waikoloa, Holualoa and Captain Cook.
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29.4 Miles
100% 15 votes
Fishing P.O. Box 44940, Kawaihae, HI 96743 MoreLess Info
Excellent fishing conditions, knowledgeable guides, beautiful scenery, and whale and dolphin viewing provide beginners and advanced anglers a special experience with Siren Sportfishing. Mahi mahi, ono, and yellowfin tuna are plentiful for catching in the blue coastal waters.
29.5 Miles
100% 14 votes
Farms & Ranches P.O. Box 999, Captain Cook, HI 96704 MoreLess Info
A five acre farm that has a strong commitment to green and organic principles, the Kuaiwi Farm produces Kona old style organic coffee. The farm welcomes visitors for tours and classes.
29.6 Miles
100% 83 votes
Beaches Kawaihae Harbor, Kawaihae, HI MoreLess Info
The captain and crew of Endless Summer Charters make every Kohala Coast excursion enjoyable, memorable and safe. Various tour packages include six-hour dolphin- and whale-watching trips, snorkeling tours and coral reef swimming trips.
29.7 Miles
100% 97 votes
Kayaking Kawaihae, HI 96738 MoreLess Info
Water sports enthusiasts can arrange adventurous tours with Hawai'i Surf and Kayak. Along with both kayak and snorkel tours, their experienced team also offers lessons and excursions for paddle boarders.
30.1 Miles
91% 245 votes
Food Shops 61-3251 Maluokalani St., Kawaihae, HI 96743 MoreLess Info
Nuts are the name of the game at Hamakua Macadamia Nut Co, a huge nut farm that also manufactures a huge assortment of nut-based delicacies. The company's most popular products include wasabi-roasted macadamia nuts, nut brittle and artisanal hand-roasted coffee blends.
32.2 Miles
96% 76 votes
Bars End of Hwy 137, Kaimu, HI MoreLess Info
A weekly farmer's market and outdoor party, Uncle Robert's Awa Bar & Farmers Market makes every Wednesday evening unforgettable. Enjoy frosty drinks, savory snacks and plenty to see, do and buy.
32.2 Miles
97% 90 votes
Bay HI MoreLess Info
A rugged and peaceful spot, La Perouse Bay provides opportunities for swimming, diving and snorkeling. There are also hiking trails covered in rough lava, lots of fish and turtles, and abundance of coastal plants.
32.3 Miles
48% 23 votes
Gardens 10 Ala Kahua, Kawaihae, HI 96743 MoreLess Info
Visitors at the Pua Mau Place Arboretum & Botanical Garden enjoy astounding botanical beauty as far as the eye can see. The institution is open throughout the year and features an evolving selection of exotic and colorful flora.
33.0 Miles
89% 18 votes
Farms & Ranches 65-1480 Kawaihae Road, Waimea, HI 96743 MoreLess Info
Named after the 'First lady in ranching,' the Anna Ranch Heritage Center is one of the national historic places in Hawaii. The ranch house has been restored so visitors can admire the accurate depiction of ranch life in 1910.
33.4 Miles
82% 141 votes
Beaches Highway 270, Waimea, HI 96743 MoreLess Info
Adjacent to the Kawaihae Harbor sits Spencer Beach Park, a state park that is popular with swimmers and snorklers. The water is clear, temperate and full of fascinating corals. The corals are also very sharp, and flippers or dive shoes are recommended.
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