Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hilo, HI

  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Hilo, Hawaii, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Observatories & Planetariums, Beaches, Hiking Trails and Natural History Museums.
  • From Akaka Falls State Park to Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hilo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pahoa, Volcano, Hakalau and Honomu.
  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Hilo, Hawaii, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Observatories & Planetariums, Beaches, Hiking Trails and Natural History Museums.
  • From Akaka Falls State Park to Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hilo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pahoa, Volcano, Hakalau and Honomu.
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34.0 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.
34.0 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.
34.2 Miles
83% 12 votes
Waterfalls Honokaa, HI MoreLess Info
The Hiilawe Falls are a set of waterfalls which feature a 1,450 foot cascade and a free fall of 1,200 feet. The waterfalls are located on private property and can be accessed by foot, but visiting by air is recommended.
34.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 45-3626 Mamane St, Unit B, Honokaa, HI 96727 MoreLess Info
An art gallery that primarily showcases glass works, Big Island Glass Gallery features the work of husband and wife artists Hugh Jenkins and Stephanie Ross. Visitors are welcome, and a variety of their works are available for purchase.
34.6 Miles
92% 13 votes
Walking Tours Honokaa, HI MoreLess Info
Hiking tour provider Hawaiian Walkways specializes in small-group excursions. All tours include a maximum of ten people and one guide. Hawaiian Walkways provides all necessary hiking gear, including walking sticks, packs, water and trail food.
34.6 Miles
87% 162 votes
Horseback Riding Honokaa, HI 96727 MoreLess Info
Equestrian tours are the focus on Waipi'o On Horseback, a tour provider in the Waipi'o Valley. The company also offers guided 2 1/2-hour ATV tours. These cover a larger area than the horseback tours and include stops at several working ranches.
34.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Horseback Riding Honokaa, HI 96727 MoreLess Info
Visitors can take a scenic horseback ride through a valley at Waipio on Horseback Ranch. The trail leads visitors through streams and forests while they take in the view of the native plants and animal life.
34.7 Miles
88% 25 votes
Off Road & ATV 48-5484 Kukuihaele Road, Honokaa, HI 96727 MoreLess Info
An adventure tour company, Ride the Rim offers guided ATV (all terrain vehicle) tours of Hawaii's scenic Waipio Valley. Visitors will hear about the culture, history, and legends of the area, and take in breathtaking views.
37.3 Miles
87% 1944 votes
Scenic Drives Hawaii Highway 200, Kailua-Kona, HI MoreLess Info
Running for 53 miles, the Saddle Road takes the tourists through volcano landscapes, from Hilo to the Waimea state highway. The maximum elevation is of 6,632 feet.
39.6 Miles
100% 17 votes
Snorkeling Historic Keauhou Bay, Keauhou, HI 96739 MoreLess Info
Hawaii Offshore offers private charters as well as morning snorkeling, swimming with dolphins and manta ray snorkel tours. Tours last 2 to 4 hours and all gear is provided, along with snacks and drinks.
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