Among it's many attractions , you'll find that there are many tropical and botanical gardens to spend an afternoon in. You can also visit a museum dedicated to the missionary era, a former summer palace of Hawai'ian royalty or one of the many historical sites and parks. Shopping here is definitely worth your while. This is the home of the famous, rich Kona coffee, macadamia nuts and koa wood, highly prized by expert woodworkers. There are also farmer's and seafood markets spread around the island, selling the absolute freshest in herbs, produce and the bounty of the sea.
Hospitality is the main course in every restaurant on the Big Island.
Choose from Hawai'ian favorites, Pacific Rim cuisine and continental fare. Nightlife here revolves around the traditional lu'au and its festivities, including authentic Hawai'ian specialties and Polynesian entertainment. Starting with the Hilo Mardi Gras Festival in February and winding down in November with the Kona Coffee Festival, Hawai'i is the fun place to be for its local celebrations, events and infectious aloha spirit.