Family and Kids in Hilo

Looking out for what can you do with kids and family in Hilo? Here are the things that you should not miss out on a family vacation with kids, toddlers, or babies. Discover the ultimate places for kids in Hilo, be it water parks, theme parks, or playgrounds. Children will have fun, learn new things, get good food and will not get bored in long queues. Keep reading to know about awesome places and activities to enjoy with your kids in Hilo.
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Let's explore our list of kid-friendly attractions in Hilo for perfect family outings and getaways.

  1. Visit to experience unparalleled fun for kids
    Liliuokalani Park And Gardens

    Garden, Park

    Named after Queen Liliuokalani, one of Hawaii's last reigning monarchs, these gardens will take you to Japan. The highlight of the 30 acres’ garden was built in early 1900s, is the Japanese garden, which was built to commemorate the Japanese immigrants who came to the town to work in local sugar plantations. There are oriental paintings, curved pathways, pagodas, ponds, bridges and a teah...Read more
  2. A place for children with all kinds of interests
    Richardson Beach Park

    Beach, Park, Water Sport

    The only black sand beach in all of Hilo, Richardson Beach Park is a great place to have some fun in the water. The natural seawalls create tide pools and keep the water calm, making it perfect for even children. Thus, it is best for family picnics. The most popular activity at the beach is snorkelling, especially during summers. There are many tropical fishes and corals that you can observe he...Read more
  3. A guaranteed fun space for the kids
    Coconut Island

    Family and Kids

    Located in Hilo Bay, this small island can be accessed only via a pedestrian footbridge from Liliuokalani Gardens. Its Hawaiian name Moku Ola means “Island of Life”, since the waters of the island was known to have healing powers. It was believed that the waters could cure any sick person if he swam around one of the rocks at the eastern inlet of the island. There is a 15-foot stone...Read more
  4. Amazing Hilo attraction for kids
    Pepeekeo Scenic Drive

    Family and Kids

    At about 5 to 8 miles north of Hilo, one of the most picturesque routes on Big Island, the Pepeekeo Scenic Drive is not to be missed. Stretching over 4 miles, this drive is a part of the old mamalahoa highway, that passes through the lush green tropical forest and gives you an excellent view of the Onomea Bay. This drive will surely make you fall in love with the beauty of nature in Hilo, as yo...Read more
  5. Can keep your kids busy for days
    Kaumana Caves Co Park

    Park

    The main highlight of this park is the lave tube formed by the lava flow from Mauna Loa in 1881. The Kaumana Caves are a part of the 25-mile-long lava tube that runs through Big Island. There is a flight of concrete stairs that take you to the entrance of the caves, from where you can check out some of the most extraordinary lava formations. Some of the lava that cooled down pretty quickly, are...Read more
  6. Perfect for kids day out in Hilo
    Hilo Tropical Gardens

    Garden

    Known as the “Garden in a Valley on the Ocean”, the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens has been attracting photographers, gardeners, botanists, scientists and nature lovers from all across the globe. There are over 2000 species of plants found in this unique garden. Spread of 40 acres of land, this valley is a natural greenhouse with volcanic soil which lets the plants thrives comple...Read more
  7. Fun place to go for kids
    Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo

    Zoo, Bird Watching

    The Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo and Garden is one-of-a-kind in every way. The 12 acres’ large zoo is the only one in the whole of United States that is located inside in a rainforest. There are more than 80 species of animals from all over the world on display here, including some endangered ones. There are also 40 different kinds of flora you will find here, some of them being Orchids, Clump...Read more
  8. A cool place to see with kids
    Lyman House Memorial Museum

    Family and Kids

    Originally built as a Mission House, by New England missionaries David and Sarah Lyman, the museum was built by their descendants a century later. The exhibits of the museum aim at showcasing the true Hawaiian culture and educating people about the same. The highlight of the Lyman museum is the unique collection of shells and minerals, including a specimen of orlymanite which was named after th...Read more
  9. A fantastic place for refreshing break for children
    Mauna Loa Observatory

    Observatory

    A part of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Earth System Research Laboratory and Global Monitoring Division, the Mauna Loa Observatory is a leading facility that has been continuously monitoring and collecting data related to atmospheric changes ever since the 1950s. The observatory's remote location in the Pacific Ocean, air that is undisturbed and pollution-free and minimal inf...Read more
  10. One of the awesome things children enjoy the most
    Mauna Kea State Park

    Park

    This 20.5 acres’ large state park is a protected are in the state of Hawaii. The shrub land, at a height of 6500 feet, gives a spectacular view of the Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. It is a popular spot for camping, hiking, picnicking and lodging. The park is also hunting grounds for wild pigs and sheep. The cool and dry weather will be a solace for those looking for a break from Hilo's tropica...Read more
  11. The best option for younger visitors
    Rainbow Falls Park

    Park

    Along the lower reach of the longest river in the Island of Hawai'i, the Wailuku River, lies a scenic state park with two of the most beautiful waterfalls in Hilo and a stunning hiking trail. The first waterfall you will come across in the park is the Rainbow Falls, which fall from a height of 80 feet. The waterfall is named so due to the way light reflects upon the falls during morning time, c...Read more
  12. A place where kids enjoy and have fun
    St. Joseph Catholic Church

    Family and Kids

    This beautiful old church provides you with a blend of spirituality and fun. Visitors will feel completely at home with the parishioners, who welcome them with shell leis. The location of the church is stunning, as the ocean is right outside the window. During Mass, you can hear the waves crashing, which just add in to the charm of the church. The atmosphere created by the choir is absolutely l...Read more
  13. A place perfect for families with kids
    Extreme Exposure Fine Art Gallery

    Family and Kids

    Owned by two of Hawai'i Island's most renowned photographers, Bruce Onroi and Tom Kualii, the Extreme Exposure Fine Art Gallery is their tribute to their home. Known for going to extremes to capture breath-taking images, these photographers display art that represents the true essence and spirit of the island. Be it the formidable volcanic action or the picturesque seascapes, these two have cap...Read more
  14. A favorite place to take the kids in the city
    Nani Mau

    Garden

    Opened in 1972, the Nani Mau Gardens lives up to its name even after so many decades. Translating into “forever beautiful” in Hawaiian, Nani Mau is 20 acres of beautifully landscaped tropical Eden. There are over 2000 varieties of exotic plants, with almost 225 types of flowering plants. The garden is also said to have the largest collections in the world of Paphiopedilum, Phalaenop...Read more
  15. It's just one of those places to visit and hang out
    Subaru Telescope

    Observatory

    Lying atop Mauna Kea, at a height of 4200 metres, is an 8.2 metres flagship telescope of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan called the Subaru Telescope. This telescope provides astronomers from Japan, as well as, all around the world an opportunity to explore the cosmos in order to gain a deeper insight into understanding everything around us more accurately. There are tours held by...Read more