Hilo

Here’s a ranked list of the best towns across the Islands, according to our 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Born in the town that created the loco moco, this gravy-smothered burger is a local favorite you won’t find just anywhere.

Tune into Hawaiʻi’s premier hula competition.

Underneath the streets of downtown Hilo, this speakeasy is redefining the local bar scene and it’s worth a visit if you can find it.

This little shop is a must-stop for Hilo residents and visitors buying Hawaiʻi Island omiyage.

These new businesses are breathing vibrant energy into the laid-back town on Hawaiʻi Island.

We got to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park minutes after Kīlauea’s fountaining stopped, but there’s still a lot to do on Hawaiʻi Island.

These flowers—some native to the Islands—have special meaning in Hawaiian culture.

Here's how you can watch Hawaiʻi’s premier hula competition live.

Hana Hou Hilo, originally established as a Hawaiiana antiques and collectibles store, has transformed itself into a modern-day curator of locally made goods.

For almost 30 years, Two Ladies Kitchen has been selling a colorful array of Japanese mochi and manju.

We talk about spending two days in Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island—and everything we ate.