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?"Viewpoints· 10 places
Boiling Pots (Pe'ePe'e Falls Overlook)
Viewpoints · Hilo
Hilo Bay
Viewpoints · Hilo
Kalapana Lookout
Viewpoints · Pahoa
Laupāhoehoe Point
Viewpoints · Laupahoehoe
Mauna Kea Summit
Viewpoints · Waimea
Onomea Bay Overlook
Viewpoints · Papaikou
Pololu Valley Lookout
Viewpoints · Hawi
Pu'u Ulaula (Red Hill)
Viewpoints · Volcano
South Point (Ka Lae)
Viewpoints · Pahala
Waipio Valley Lookout
Viewpoints · Waipio Valley
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.