Hilo

Introduction

Hilo, on the east side of the Big Island of Hawaii, is the precious last living remnant of old Hawaii. Completely unlike every other large town in Hawaii, Hilo is a place to connect with the land and the locals. You won't find the hustle and bustle of the tourist-driven culture here, and you won't find the fancy hotels and restaurants. What you will find are authentic people and one of your last chances to connect with the hidden Hawaii.

Sights and Activities

The Hamakua coast, which starts in Hilo as one of the world's most scenic drives, is home to waterfalls, lush greenery and vast sweeping ocean views.

While in Hilo, find a way to connect with the indigenous people and culture. Take a sacred journey with kahuna to the volcano (in nearby Hawaii Volcanoes National Park), have a spiritual experience at the base of a waterfall or on a black sand beach, arrange for a lomi-lomi massage on a cliffside. Hilo is the perfect base for a soul-shifting trip to hidden Hawaii.

Events and Festivals

Getting There

By Plane

Flights to Hilo International Airport leave from Honolulu and Maui (Kahului).

By Train

By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Getting Around

By Car

By Public Transport

By Foot

By Bike

Eat

Drink

Sleep

Budget

Mid-Range

Upscale

Keep Connected

Internet

Phone

See also International Telephone Calls

Post

The US Postal Service is very good and well priced mail system. There are post offices in every small and large town for sending packages internationally or domestically. If wanting to send a letter or postcard it is best just to leave it in a blue mail box with the proper postage. There are also private postal services like FedEx, UPS and DHL.