Big Island

The Big Island of Hawaii has a history of volcanic activity. Read a local's account of eruptions over the last several decades and understand the impact of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption.

As we continue the journey of Hawaiian language history, we will leave Puna and head to Ka’ū. From there, we will explore the origins of the following place names: Kona, Waimea, Kohala, and Hāmākua.

The names of areas around the Big Island of Hawaii have significant meanings. We put together the history behind some of the recognizable town names and districts on the island: Hilo and Puna.

Rounding out TripAdvisor's Top 25 United States Destinations in No. 10 is none other than Hawai‘i Island. Covering 4,028 square miles, Hawai'i Island (the “Big Island”) is the youngest and the largest of the Hawaiian Islands.

Learn more about the hula, its importance in Hawaiian culture, and the history of the Merrie Monarch Festival, which takes place every year in Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii.

We put together some of our favorite restaurants in Kona on the Big Island, including Chubby's at the Avalux Café, Kona Brewing Company, Umeke's Fishmarket Bar and Grill, and Hana Hou Restaurant.

Culture is food, food is culture. Let's explore the ethnic diversity of Hawaii — one plate at a time — starting in Hilo.

Discover Kīpukapuala, a diverse and unique area within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. In addition to biological cultural richness, the forest has hiking for all levels.

Many myths and legends express the deep attachment between the Hawaiian people and the earth around them. Learn about the deities of Mauna Kea and how they relate to natural history.

Discover a whole new side of the Big Island! Take a detour and visit Hoʻokena Village and Beach Park, one of the most beautiful and quiet places to spend time and snorkel in Hawaiʻi.