The places worth a stop.
Natural and cultural landmarks across Big Island of Hawaii — falls, beaches, viewpoints, parks. Free to visit unless noted, with the nearby tours that bring each one to life.
All attractions· 10 places
Ahu'ena Heiau
Reconstructed Hawaiian temple at Kamakahonu Bay, King Kamehameha's last home
Hulihe'e Palace
Oceanfront royal palace on Ali'i Drive in Kailua-Kona
Kailua Pier
Historic Kona waterfront pier and seawall, the starting point for the Ironman World Championship. A gathering spot with ocean views and s…
King Kamehameha Statue (Original)
The original King Kamehameha I statue in Kapaau, North Kohala
Lyman Museum
Hilo's premier cultural museum housed in a 19th-century missionary home, featuring Hawaiian natural history, cultural artifacts, and geol…
Moku'aikaua Church
Hawaii's oldest Christian church, built in 1820 in Kailua-Kona
Pacific Tsunami Museum
Powerful museum in a historic bank building documenting Hilo's devastating 1946 and 1960 tsunamis through survivor stories, photos, and i…
Painted Church (St. Benedict's)
Historic church with hand-painted biblical murals
Parker Ranch
One of America's oldest and largest cattle ranches, founded in 1847. The historic homes and rolling green pastures showcase Hawaii's pani…
Pu'uhonua o Honaunau (Place of Refuge)
Ancient Hawaii whispers its secrets at Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau, where sacred history meets the drama of black lava coastline. This isn't jus…