History & Culture
Dramatic black lava fields, ancient petroglyphs, historic anchialine ponds and scenic historic parks. The list of historic and culture sites on the Big Island is endless! Step back in time with us.
Kaloko National Historic Park
Location: Kailua-Kona
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Learn about the people, places and Pele – the Hawaiian volcano deity and creator of volcanic landscapes.
Location: Volcano, Hawaii
Phone: (808) 985-6000
Pu’uhonua O Honaunau
Location: State Hwy 160, Hōnaunau
Pu’ukohola Heiau
Location: 62-3601 Kawaihae Rd, Waimea
Lapakahi State Historical Park
Location: HI-270, Waimea
Lyman House Museum
Location: 276 Haili St, Hilo
St. Benedict Painted Church
Overlooking beautiful and historic Kealakekua Bay, St. Benedict’s Painted Church is a fascinating place to visit on your journey to the Big Island of Hawaii. Located in the famous Kona coffee growing region, it is the jewel of South Kona, at a place called Honaunau. While it is an important historical site, it is still a vibrant parish, with outreach programs to take care of those in need and to provide medical services for our local community.
Location: 84-5140 Painted Church Road, Captain Cook
Phone: 808-328-2227
Waikoloa Petroglyphs
Location: Waikoloa
Puako Petroglyphs
Location: Mauna Lani Resort
Hulihe’e Palace
Hulihe‘e Palace is located in historic Kailua-Kona on Ali‘i Drive. The Palace was originally built out of lava rock during the Kingdom of Hawai‘i on land known as Kalāke‘e, a former residence of Kamehameha the Great. The Palace itself was first home to High Chief John Adams Kuakini, brother of Ka‘ahumanu the favorite wife of Kamehameha, and later home to more members of Hawaiian royalty than any other residence in Hawai‘i. Hulihe‘e Palace consists of six large graciously appointed rooms, two large inviting oceanfront lanai and lovely grounds.
Location: 75 – 5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona
Phone: 808-329-1877
