Hawi Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Hawi. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

• Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Island

• Hapuna Beach & Hawi

• Enjoy Sunset with a Fine Cigar in Hawi

• Private Luxury Van with Driver to Big Island Destinations of Your Choice

Visiting Hawi itself is free, as it's a public town, with a number of art galleries, shops, and historical sites that are also free to visit (apart from any purchases you make). However, there are plenty of fun tours that will deepen your experience of this cultural locale; audio tours start at as little as US$20, while private guided tours start at around US$300.

Hawi is an old sugar plantation town. Nowadays, the town is known as North Kohala's artistic hub—you can’t miss the colorful storefronts, art galleries, boutiques, and local eateries. It's probably most famous as the bicycle turnaround point for the IRONMAN World Championship, and for its proximity to King Kamehameha's birthplace (technically west of town), as well as its plantation-era history.

There are plenty of attractions you can visit while staying in Hawi. Don’t miss seeing the King Kamehameha Statue in nearby Kapaau; experiencing the Pololu Valley Lookout and its black-sand beach (if you take the trail down to the coast); wandering the Kohala Historical Sites State Monument; and learning all about local history at Lapakahi State Historical Park.

Yes, Hawi is worth it. The town offers an authentic slice of Hawaii away from resort crowds, and its colorful main street is lined with nice shops, art galleries, and local eateries. The great coastal views, historic significance as King Kamehameha's turf, and close-by natural attractions make it a worthwhile North Kohala destination.

In Hawi, there’s plenty to do: Browse local art galleries and boutiques; sample the region’s farm-to-table fare at local restaurants; take a guided historical tour of plantation-era buildings; rent bikes to explore the pretty coastal roads; book an adventure tour (such as ATV or ziplining); and stroll the weekly farmers markets. It’s a vibrant town with a lot of appeal, whether you’re drawn to food, art, or nature.