THE BEST OF HILO
The “Hilo Walk of Fame,” an impressive array of Banyan trees planted by many celebrities, welcomes you into town. By following it you will arrive at the lush Lili’uokalani Gardens, the largest ornamental Japanese garden outside of Japan. The panoramic route to Wailuku State Park leads you to the impressive 80-foot water drop of Waianuenue (Rainbow) Falls. Next, stop at the King Kamehameha Statue in Hilo, a towering tribute to the legendary monarch who unified the Hawaiian Islands and a proud symbol of Hawai‘i’s rich cultural heritage. Continue with visits to the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory, and Big Island Candies Factory.
There you will be able to see how locally grown nuts and coffee are processed, as well as how the diagonally dipped shortbread cookies are made to discover how they have become a True Hawaiian Classic. Of course, you’ll be able to enjoy all these local treats and delicacies and take them back with you if you wish
