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The landscape of Hilo, on the Big Island of Hawaii, is diverse. Beaches of black, gray, brown and white sand give way to mountains and dramatic waterfalls. Hilo's Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo is the only U.S. zoo in a tropical rainforest. A day trip away are snow-capped Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, with observatories near 11,000 feet on both mountains, and Kilauea Caldera, an active volcano. Back in town are a farmer's market, restaurants, shopping and banyan trees planted by celebrities and politicians.
Restaurants in Hilo
1. Hilo Guitars and Ukuleles
2. Basically Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
A family-owned bookstore located on Kamehameha Avenue near Banyan Drive in Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii. We specialize in Hawaii, and stock a wide selection of subjects. We also have current fiction and bestsellers, a large children's section with books and toys, travel books and one of the state's largest collections of maps, as well as gifts with an Island flair. Special events hosted regularly. Visit website for local travel links. Business Hours Monday-Friday 10:00am-6:00pm Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday 10:00am-3:00pm
Reviewed By Hal72 - Olympia, United States
Great bookstore with an obvious emphasis on Hawaii. Lots of specialty books for identifying the animals, plants, fish. There are lots of books on all aspects of Hawaiian history. Good selection of children's books as well as "beach reads".
3. The Locavore Store
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
An all-local grocer, featuring the lovingly-crafted goods from 100+ Big Island farms and artisans. Whether your grocery or gift shopping, we've got you covered with goodies for your insides and outsides. From salts and spices, coffee and tea, seasonal fruits and fresh veggies, health and beauty items, snacks and beverages, meats and cheeses, to pottery and jewelry, there's plenty to choose from. Everything at our shop has a name, face and story behind it and every purchase directly supports our Kama'aina. Come see what the Big Island is growing!
4. Aloha Grown
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By psudino - Weehawken, United States
I find the other review for this place humorous because also learned quite a bit about Taro from the owner of the store, who welcomes you into her shop like it is her living room. The products are all very high quality, and though I normally dislike wearing branding, in this case it is an advertisement to shop small and shop local. Another example of why my wife and I loved the Big Island, because the people here are just so welcoming!
5. Big Island Candies
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 632 reviews
Established in 1977. Big Island Candies was established in 1977 to manufacture and market fine quality macadamia nut candies and cookies using 100 percent Hawaii-grown macadamia nuts and Kona coffee, island eggs, real butter and high-grade chocolate. Since its founding, Big Island Candies has continuously introduced new and imaginative products that "wow" both the eyes and taste buds of its growing legion of fans.
Reviewed By AllanB660 - Sacramento, United States
It's all made right there and you can watch them make it. The shortbread cookies and the best, they use this stuff called butter!!! they are the bomb!! If you are diabetic like my wife they do have a line of Sugar free short bread cookies that are as good as the sugar sweetened ones. They have a full line of chocolate candies and so much more.
6. Down to Earth Hilo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
7. Sig Zane Hilo Store
8. Once in Hilo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
9. Hilo Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,031 reviews
MARKET HOURS: Big Market Days * RECOMMENDED DAY TO VISIT AND SHOP WEDNESDAY and SATURDAY 6:00 am - 4:00 pm. Over 200 Vendors of Local Farmers, Retailers, Food Trucks, Restaurants, Artisans and Crafters. Small Market Days Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Friday and Sunday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. 20 to 30 Vendors. Local Farmers, Retailers, Food Trucks, Restaurants, Artisans and Crafters. *The Hilo Farmers Market is a Must-See Experience on the Big Island. A Local Favorite Food Hub, Selling Tropical Flowers, Orchids and Plants. Specialty Hawaiian Items from Honey Producers, Coffee Growers, and other Food Product Developers. Local Favorite Dishes such as Poke Bowls, Ice Shave, Loco Mocos and More! The Islands Largest Weekly Collection of Artisans, Crafters and Retailers in a Festive Outdoor Atmosphere that Recalls Back to the "Plantation" Days of Early Hilo. Located at the Corner of Mamo Street and Kamehameha Avenue in Historic Downtown Hilo. Open All Year Round. From Dawn til It's Gone!
Reviewed By nutty_4_nature - Phoenix, United States
The Hilo Farmers Market is always a mandatory stop when we are on the Big Island, we usually will visit on Saturdays and enjoy seeing the normal and exotic fruits and vegetables as well as all of the arts and crafts from local artists. Food trucks serve some good food as well...
10. One Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By 242phyllisc
70 or so local artists belong to this cooperative gallery, from woodworksers to jewelers to potters to textile artists, Find every kind of high quality art and craft here, all with a local flair, at the best prices on the island. Friednly staff are very willing to explain all the processes involved and you can meet various artists every day
