Akaka Falls State Park

#6 most popular of 91 things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)

cjg1 writes, "After the drive outside of Hilo on 19 we made the left turn onto 220. Only 3.4 miles to…" »

kona writes, "A 420-foot waterfall falling through a lush tropical rain forest. This is one to see! I…" »

Pu’uhonua O Honaunau

#7 most popular of 91 things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)

rubylu writes, "Pu'uhonua o Honaunau, or the Place of Refuge, is a must-see for island visitors. It…" »

Jingo writes, "I can't praise this park enough. It is as beautiful and historic as one can dream of. …" »

South Point (Ka`u District )

#13 most popular of 91 things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)

ohappyone writes, "You can actually touch it. The southern most point in the USA, that is. Vast sea…" »

golden101 writes, "This a a very nice drive the the most southern tip in the U.S. The drive from the…" »

Sights from Chain of Craters Road

#30 most popular of 91 things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)

creekland writes, "Nature/man, nature/man - there have been several competitions between the two over this road—and nature is the ultimate winner. Man keeps trying, of course, and nature chuckles. Chain of…" »

Lava Tree State Park

#51 most popular of 91 things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)

rubylu writes, "Lava Tree State Park is on Route 132 between Pahoa and Kapoho. It is a magical place where lava flowed over a forest, taking the shape of the trees. An easy walk winds around the lava trees.…" »

Red Sail Sports Whale Watching Cruise

#66 most popular of 91 things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)

obakadave writes, "This was absolutely amazing. If you check out the photos I uploaded, you can see a shot of my girlfriend and myself as the sun was setting. It's a rather unique experience watching the…" »

Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo

#77 most popular of 91 things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)

cframed writes, "The Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo is a small zoo located just outside of Hilo on the…" »

prissykay writes, "You can adopt any zoo animal-if at least $20, you get an adoption certificate for…" »

The Tropical Botanical Garden

#80 most popular of 91 things to do in Hawaii (Big Island)

slabeaume writes, "This is a unique tropical nature preserve and sanctuary. The Garden displays a vast variety of palms, heliconias, gingers, bromeliads, and hundreds of other rare and exotic plants from all…" »