Papaikou Things to Do

Some visitors hail this as the most beautiful area in Hawaii. Visitors can expect to see rushing rivers and trickling streams, vivid orchids and delicate hanging ferns, birds and flowers in every color of the rainbow. Waterfall... more

Located at the corner of Mamo Street and Kamehameha Avenue in Historic Downtown Hilo, this vibrant market comes to life on Wednesdays and Saturdays, all year round. This place witnesses the participation of over 100 local farme... more

All that is artistic on the Eastern side of Hawai'i, whether it be theatrical, musical or ethnic cultural, seems to have a home base at this downtown facility. Two galleries display the works of local and international artists.... more

In the days of Hawaiian royalty, this was the site of King Kamehameha's holiday home. The home is gone except for a few decrepit foundations, but the park is still a nice place to relax and wander. Stroll in the gardens or watc... more

For an experience extraordinaire, arrange for a visit to the Subaru Telescope site atop Hawaii's dormant volcano. For as many as 15 days a month, 30-minute tours are organized for those interested in increasing their knowledge... more

A nicely maintained park in central Hilo, this place is great for family outings or group picnics. The park, which spans a little more than 130 acres, has a picnic area, a boat ramp, a visitor center and a war memorial. People... more

Go back in time as you step into the Plantation Museum in Hilo. You can look at the pictures of the intermingled lives of the various communities of plantation workers like the Hawaiians, Filipinos, Portuguese and Puerto Ricans... more

This Discovery Center was built in 2003 by the Natural Hawaiian Islands Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve, to understand the culture, history, natural science and marine environment of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. Ever wanted... more

It is nearly impossible to take in all that Hawaii has to offer, if you are traveling by car. Safari Helicopter Tours offers a comfortable way to view the volcano from above, see Parker Ranch, the Kona Coast and the waterfalls... more

This spectacular natural attraction is located seven miles north of Hilo, at Onomea Bay. Known as the "Garden in the Valley on the Ocean", Onomea is considered by many to be one of Hawaii's most beautiful places. Follow nature... more