- The list below includes 45 free or cheap things to do in or near Pahoa, Hawaii, including 34 different types of inexpensive activities like Hot Springs & Geysers, History Museums, Beaches and National & State Parks.
- From Lava Tree State Park to Isaac Hale Beach Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pahoa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hilo, Volcano, Papaikou and Kurtistown.
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Ocean Lava & Fishing Tours are an ideal way to see lava while learning about the local ecosystem from experienced and knowledgeable guides. From the safety of a boat, visitors can see the lava as it flows into the ocean.
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Home to the HICCUP Circus and the Seaview School, the SPACE Performing Arts Center offers classes for both adults and children. The hands-on learning environment provides a chance to interact with others while taking part in recreational activities.
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The Pahoa Village Museum features exhibits on Hawaiian history, as well as a convenient juice bar to enjoy delicious beverages as you tour the facility. Guests can gain insight into artifacts and interesting items that are found nowhere else.
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A three mile drive through macadamia nut groves leads to Hershey's Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company for a visit to the nut and chocolate processing plant. Taste several varieties of macadamia nuts, watch demonstrations, and visit the gift shop.
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Between Hilo and Volcano off HWY 11, Kurtistown, HI
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Hawaii's longest cave system - and possibly the longest in the entire world - is called the Kilauea Caverns of Fire. The Caverns are a series of lava tubes that descend and twist down far beneath the surface. All entrants must wear a hard hat.
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The greenhouses at Akatsuka Orchid Gardens bloom with 300 orchid varieties. Visitors may browse the greenhouses at their leisure. Orchids and orchid-related merchandise are sold at the adjacent gift shop.
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Located at the 14 000 ft summit of Mauna Kea, and accessible by vehicle, the Mauna Kea Observatory is the largest astronomical observatory in the world, housing thirteen telescopes operated by astronomers in eleven countries.
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A black sand beach, Richardson Ocean Park has tidal pools to explore and calm water. Also at the park are restrooms, showers, picnic areas, telephones, and a spring fed ponds.
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The main attraction of the Imiloa Astonomy Center is its 120-seat planetarium, which boasts shows in 3D. The site also comprises a large landscape garden featuring plants native to Hawaii, and exhibits exploring connections between science and local Hawaiian culture.
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2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass is a unique and interesting exhibit, show, and store. Come meet the artists of the various hot glass works at the studio located on the east side of the island nestled on the slopes of the Kilauea Volcano.