- Our list of the best things to do in Puako, Hawaii, features the top 96 nearby activities — including 59 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Puako, HI has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Water Activities, Tours, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 2 things to do within the city of Puako, HI , followed by 92 popular activities in nearby cities, including Waikoloa, Kailua-Kona, Waimea, Kapaau, Kawaihae, Holualoa, Honokaa, Kailua, Hawi, Kaimu and Kukuihaele
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84-5140 Painted Church Rd Captain Cook, Honaunau, HI 96704
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Erected in honor of Saint Benedict, The Painted Church is a Roman Catholic parish on the Big Island of Hawaii. It is perched on the shores of Kealakekua Bay and is an active parish known for its charitable work with mentally ill residents. Modestly-dressed visitors are always welcome.
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Also called the Kona Coffee Plantation, Bay View Farm is an essential destination for coffee-loving tourists. Complimentary tours are available, but must be scheduled in advance via telephone or email. All Bay View Farms coffee is produced by an experienced Master Roaster. Caffeinated and decaffeinated versions…
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The 1871 Trail offers scenic and breathtaking views of Hawaii. The 6 ½ mile hike can be challenging, particularly the further you get from the national park so come prepared. The trail starts and ends near the coastline.
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Boating, swimming and sunning are the most popular activities at Honaunau Bay's Two-Step Beach. The Bay, which contains colorful corals and is often visited by seals, also attracts snorkelers, snuba enthusiasts and SCUBA divers.
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A remnant of an ancient volcanic eruption, the Pua Po o Lava Tube is a must-see for volcano enthusiasts. Visitors are permitted to hike there alone, but ranger-guided tours offer additional insight into the origin and importance of the lava tube.
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P.O. Box 129, Honaunau, HI 96726
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Managed by the National Park Service the Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park (Place of Refuge) is a huge park that served as a legal sanctuary for ancient Hawaiians. Today, the park is extremely popular as a campsite and day-trip destination.
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Laupahoehoe Point exit off Hwy. 19, Laupahoehoe, HI
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Named for Laupahoehoe, where it is located, Laupahoehoe Beach Park is a coastal area popular with hikers and picnickers. It offers terrific views of the water, especially its many tide pools.
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36237 Mamalahoa Highway, Laupahoehoe, HI 96764
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The volunteer-run Laupahoehoe Train Museum is open from Thursday to Sunday, and special appointments are available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Groups must make advance reservations. This is a fascinating museum for all interested in the history of rail travel in the United States.
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Kealia Ranch is a 12,000 acre working cattle ranch that was founded in 1915. Today, the Ranch offers diverse activities from ranching to wild game hunting, farming of cacao and coffee, to working to save endangered Hawaiian birdlife.
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The Pu'u 'O'o Trail heads in the direction of Volcano Village through pioneer ohia forest, brush, and grasslands. Hikers are able to pass over the solidified lava flows from 1855 and 1881, and seasonal bird hunting is allowed by permit.