- TripBuzz found 56 things to do with kids in or near Hilo, Hawaii, including 30 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pahoa, Hakalau, Volcano and Honomu.
- From Richardson Beach Park to Panaewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens, the Hilo area offers 45 different types of family activities, including: Observatories & Planetariums, Beaches, Hiking Trails and Natural History Museums.
- Overlooking Hilo Bay, Hilo, Hawaii is the largest settlement in the county. Known for its breathtaking beaches and it's surrounding volcanoes, Hilo is largely residential with a flourishing tourist population. The city hosts the annual weeklong Merrie Monarch Festival and is home to the famous Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corporation.
Showing 61-70 of
93
25.9 Miles
75%
81 votes
13-101 Kalapana Kapoho Beach Road, Pahoa, HI 96778
MoreLess Info
Beautiful Isaac Hale Beach Park sits on Pohoiki Bay. It is an excellent launch spot for recreational fishing boats, and its beautiful ocean views make it popular among photographers. Campers must purchase permits before entering the park.
25.9 Miles
Mauna Kea is a Hawaiian island that provides visitors with the chance to go both hiking and skiing. The location is known to have clear skies suitable for guests interested in astronomy.
26.7 Miles
95%
62 votes
Dec-34, Kalapana, HI 96778
MoreLess Info
Enjoy Hawaii's most unique tourist activity with Kalapana Lava Refuge-Poke-A-Stick Guided Lava Tours. These excursions bring clients to live lava flows. All tours are guided by experts who know where the live lava is and how to determine if the surrounding ground is safe to walk on.
26.9 Miles
The unusual and extensive Kapoho Tide Pools are one of the world's largest groups of natural tide pools . Many of the pools are naturally warm and perfect for swimming and lounging.
28.0 Miles
Clients of Captain Gene's Lava Boat Tours enjoy gorgeous sunrise and sunset journeys to flowing lava beds that deposit molten rock into the ocean. Cruise times and destinations vary according to the location of the lava flow.
28.1 Miles
With varying terrains of tropical rain forest and volcanic floor, Kiluaea Hike takes visitors through a solidified lava lake. The trail is 4 miles long and takes 3 hours to complete.
29.3 Miles
Hawaii is an important producer of vanilla beans and vanilla extract. Visitors to the Hawaiian Vanilla Company in Paauilo enjoy a guided tour and multi-course vanilla tasting. There is also a large gift shop on the premesis. .
31.8 Miles
Located at the apex of Highway 240, the Waipi'o Valley Lookout offers an unparalleled view of the entire valley and surrounding areas. The lookout is only accessible on foot or with an ATV because the access road is extremely steep.
31.8 Miles
An inland park, the Kalopa State Recreation Area is located in a well-forested area. The park offers picnic areas, a lodge, a camping area and hiking trails on its 100 acre preserve.
34.0 Miles
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.