- The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Hilo, Hawaii, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Observatories & Planetariums, Beaches, Hiking Trails and Natural History Museums.
- From Akaka Falls State Park to Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hilo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pahoa, Volcano, Hakalau and Honomu.
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34.0 Miles
A weekly farmer's market and outdoor party, Uncle Robert's Awa Bar & Farmers Market makes every Wednesday evening unforgettable. Enjoy frosty drinks, savory snacks and plenty to see, do and buy.
34.0 Miles
A rugged and peaceful spot, La Perouse Bay provides opportunities for swimming, diving and snorkeling. There are also hiking trails covered in rough lava, lots of fish and turtles, and abundance of coastal plants.
34.2 Miles
The Hiilawe Falls are a set of waterfalls which feature a 1,450 foot cascade and a free fall of 1,200 feet. The waterfalls are located on private property and can be accessed by foot, but visiting by air is recommended.
34.5 Miles
An art gallery that primarily showcases glass works, Big Island Glass Gallery features the work of husband and wife artists Hugh Jenkins and Stephanie Ross. Visitors are welcome, and a variety of their works are available for purchase.
34.6 Miles
Hiking tour provider Hawaiian Walkways specializes in small-group excursions. All tours include a maximum of ten people and one guide. Hawaiian Walkways provides all necessary hiking gear, including walking sticks, packs, water and trail food.
34.6 Miles
Equestrian tours are the focus on Waipi'o On Horseback, a tour provider in the Waipi'o Valley. The company also offers guided 2 1/2-hour ATV tours. These cover a larger area than the horseback tours and include stops at several working ranches.
34.6 Miles
Visitors can take a scenic horseback ride through a valley at Waipio on Horseback Ranch. The trail leads visitors through streams and forests while they take in the view of the native plants and animal life.
34.7 Miles
An adventure tour company, Ride the Rim offers guided ATV (all terrain vehicle) tours of Hawaii's scenic Waipio Valley. Visitors will hear about the culture, history, and legends of the area, and take in breathtaking views.
37.3 Miles
Running for 53 miles, the Saddle Road takes the tourists through volcano landscapes, from Hilo to the Waimea state highway. The maximum elevation is of 6,632 feet.
39.6 Miles
Hawaii Offshore offers private charters as well as morning snorkeling, swimming with dolphins and manta ray snorkel tours. Tours last 2 to 4 hours and all gear is provided, along with snacks and drinks.