Links
Hilo is a little town with a lot to offer! Below we have listed some of our favorite Hilo organizations and businesses, to help you get started in your explorations of our home town. A lot of the places that we want to put on this page don't have websites yet, so check back often as new sites go up!
- Museums and Education
- Lyman Museum and Mission House
Travel back to Hawaii's missionary era at the Lyman Museum. The museum features the restored Lyman Mission House, as well as all kinds of Hawaiian cultural and natural history.
www.lymanmuseum.org - Pacific Tsunami Museum
Learn all about tsunamis at the Pacific Tsunami Museum. Features historic photographs of the Hilo tsunamis.
www.tsunami.org - Hawaii Island Writer's Association (HIWA)
HIWA organizes and sponsers writing events on the Big Island. Check out their website for a schedule of upcoming events!
www.hawaiiislandwriters.com - Imiloa Astronomy Center
Imiloa is full of fascinating, high-tech displays about astronomy and Hawaiian culture. The Planetarium runs several shows daily. A great place for kids and adults.
www.imiloahawaii.org - Mokupapapa Discovery Center
Learn all about Hawaii's reefs and sealife. Another great place for kids.
www.hawaiireef.noaa.gov - Hilo Art Museum
The Art Museum is a new addition to our Hilo community, but it is already a favorite! See rare originals by masters such as Dali, as well as reproductions and special exhibits.
www.hiloartmuseum.org - University of Hawaii at Hilo
Our University has grown by leaps and bounds in the past few years! There's always something going on at UHH!
www.uhh.hawaii.edu
- Lyman Museum and Mission House
- Organizations
- I ♥ Hilo
I ♥ Hilo is a non-profit organization deticated to promoting the peace and prosperity of Hilo. What could be better?
www.ihearthilo.com - Kamaaina Backroads
A great resource for locals by locals—discover more about our island home!
www.kamaainabackroads.com - Destination Hilo
Visit Destination Hilo for visitor information and a historic site map.
www.destinationhilo.org - Hilo Downtown Improvement Association
Find out what's going on in historic downtown Hilo!
www.downtownhilo.com - People Out Supporting Hilo (POSH)
Discover the exciting annual festivals in Hilo, hosted by POSH.
www.poshfestivals.com - Hilo Bay BBQ Cook-Off
This year was the first annual Hilo Bay BBQ Cook-Off! We are all looking forward to the second with bated breath...and watering mouths...
www.hilobaybbq.com - Hilo Farmer's Market
The Hilo Farmer's Market is the place to find fresh island produce and flowers, as well as handcrafted jewelry and other surprises. Open every day, but going full swing on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
www.hilofarmersmarket.com - Hawai'i Island Journal
The Big Island's free newspaper, now making its home in Hilo!
www.hawaiiislandjournal.com - Arnott's Lodge and Hiking Adventures
Arnott's Lodge offers accommodations and all sorts of tours and adventures.
www.arnottslodge.com - Mauna Kea Summit Adventures
See a different side of Hawaii atop Mauna Kea, the tallest mountain in the world.
www.maunakea.com
- I ♥ Hilo
- Hilo Businesses and Restaurants
- Moonsprout
This eco-friendly store offers a variety of unique natural and organic baby products, from cloth dipers and organic clothing to glass bottles and chemical-free stuffed animal friends.
www.moonsprout.net - Sig Zane Designs
That's right—the world-famous Sig Zane is right here in Hilo! In fact, he's right down the street from us.
www.sigzane.com - Hilo Art and Glass
Hilo is full of artists. This neat little shop will provides for all of their (and your) needs. Art classes available.
www.hiloart.com - The Grove Gallery
Great local art of all kinds.
www.thegrovegallery.com - Sudha's Art Gallery
Sudha's has a fascinating collection of art. They also sell used books!
www.sudhaachar.com - Hawaiian Arts
T-Shirts and clothing designed and printed right here in Hilo!
www.hawaiianarts.com - Abundant Life Natural Foods
This local natural food store is celebrating 30 years in Hilo. They've been here even longer than us (and that's saying something!)
www.abundantlifenaturalfoods.com - Cafe Pesto
Cafe Pesto is possibly your best bet for fresh local food on Bayfront. Specializes in "fusion" cuisine using local produce, as well as delicious pizzas and calzones. Be sure to make a reservation for dinner—it gets crowded!
www.cafepesto.com - Hilo Bay Cafe
Don't let its plain exterior fool you—Hilo Bay Cafe is one classy place. It's best to make reservations, as this is one of the most popular up-scale restaurants in Hilo.
www.hilobaycafe.com - Big Island Candies
Hilo's candy factory has all kinds of treats—including their famous chocolate-dipped shortbread!
www.bigislandcandies.com - Tropical Dreams Ice Cream
Ono homemade ice cream in all kinds of exciting flavors.
www.tropicaldreamsicecream.com
- Moonsprout