Free & Cheap Things to Do in Kailua-Kona, HI

  • The list below includes 74 free or cheap things to do in or near Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Fishing, Snorkeling and Other Entertainment.
  • From Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay) to Makalawena/Pu'u Ali'i, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kailua-Kona and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Kealakekua, Waikoloa, Holualoa and Captain Cook.
  • The list below includes 74 free or cheap things to do in or near Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Fishing, Snorkeling and Other Entertainment.
  • From Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay) to Makalawena/Pu'u Ali'i, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kailua-Kona and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Kealakekua, Waikoloa, Holualoa and Captain Cook.
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5.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Arts Centers Holualoa Foundation For Arts & Culture, 78-6670 Mamalahoa Highway, Holualoa, HI 96725 MoreLess Info
The Donkey Mill Art Center is an art gallery and creative space that features an array of exhibits of various kinds of art. The facility also offers a variety of classes in different kinds of art.
5.9 Miles
98% 101 votes
Canoeing P.O. Box 390787, Keauhou, HI 96739 MoreLess Info
Eka Canoe Adventures is an adventure company that offers tours of Hawaiian waters along the Kona Coastline. The company allows adventurers to paddle along, sail, or relax on the double-hulled sailing canoes.
7.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Snorkeling 82-5872 Napoopoo Road, Kealakekua, HI 96750 MoreLess Info
With Bay Side Adventures, visitors can rent kayaks and snorkeling equipment to take out onto the water to see marine life like dolphins. It also hosts guided tours where visitors can learn about the history and culture of the region.
7.4 Miles
95% 22 votes
Farms & Ranches 78-1377 Bishop Road, Holualoa, HI 96725 MoreLess Info
Buddha's Cup Coffee Estate is a business focusing on growing local, high quality coffee for sale. Visitors to the estate have the opportunity to tour the coffee farm and sample some of the productions.
8.1 Miles
91% 320 votes
Kayaking 79-7248 Mamalahoa Hwy, Honalo, HI MoreLess Info
Honalo, Hawaii is home to Aloha Kayak, a tourism and exploration firm specializing in kayak tours of the Hawaiian coast. Guests experience the true spirit of Aloha as they are immersed in the beauty of the Hawaiian landscape and the warmth of her people.
8.5 Miles
90% 442 votes
Farms & Ranches 79-7346 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI 96750 MoreLess Info
The Hawaii State Visitors bureau has recognized Kona Joe Coffee as a historic landmark. The tour includes visiting the farm and the facility, as well as coffee and chocolate tasting.
8.8 Miles
85% 162 votes
Specialty Shops 79-7411 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI 96750 MoreLess Info
The expert chocolatiers at the Donkey Balls Factory & Store produce fresh, world-class confections every morning. The flagship products, Donkey Balls, are large balls of local chocolate studded with macadamia nuts. Smaller and nut-free versions are also available.
9.1 Miles
81% 53 votes
Farms & Ranches 79-7469 Hawaii Belt Road, Kealakekua, HI 96750 MoreLess Info
The Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation is a family-owned business producing 100% Kona coffee for over 10 years. Tours and sample tastings of the different coffees are available to all visitors of the plantation.
9.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks Pu'uhonoa Rd at Mamalahoa Highway, Kealakekua, HI 96750 MoreLess Info
With all its marine life, Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park is an attraction for snorkelers and scuba divers, as well as kayakers. In addition to many species of fish, park visitors can spy sea turtles in their habitat.
9.4 Miles
97% 532 votes
Kayaking 79-7539 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua, HI 96750 MoreLess Info
Surfing, kayaking, and snorkeling packages are available at the Kona Boys Inc. Other services include marine wildlife watching, cave exploring, and fishing.
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