Big Island attractions
The free and self-guided sights across Big Island of Hawaii: waterfalls, beaches, parks, valleys and viewpoints. No booking needed, just what to know before you go and the tours worth pairing nearby.
"Which waterfalls are worth it near Hilo?"Cultural Sites· 11 places
Anna Ranch Heritage Center
Cultural Sites · Waimea
Big Island Candies
Cultural Sites · Hilo
East Hawaii Cultural Center
Cultural Sites · Hilo
Greenwell Cultural Heritage Garden
Cultural Sites · Kealakekua
Holualoa Village
Cultural Sites · Holualoa
Hulihe'e Palace Cultural
Cultural Sites · Kailua-Kona
Kamehameha Birth Site
Cultural Sites · Hawi · Free
Lapakahi State Historical Park
Cultural Sites · Hawi · Free
Mo'okini Heiau
Cultural Sites · Hawi · Free
Puakō Petroglyph Archaeological Preserve
Cultural Sites · Waikoloa · Free
Waikoloa Petroglyph Field
Cultural Sites · Waikoloa · Free
Attractions vs. tours: what is the difference?
Attractions are the island's free or self-guided sights: pull over, walk in, usually no reservation. Many pair beautifully with a booked activity nearby, so each attraction page lists hours, access notes and the tours worth adding around it. Tell the concierge which sights you do not want to miss and it threads them into your week between the bookable highlights.