Brian’s Liked Places
Buddha Point is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

1. Buddha Point

9.0
Hilton Waikoloa Village, Waikoloa, HI
Scenic Lookout · 14 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Quiet whale watching.

Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

2. Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company

8.3
61-3251 Maluokalani St (270 Between Mile Markers 4 And 5), Kamuela, HI
Gourmet Store · 18 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Ship you gifts straight from the shop. Bargain prices on USPS boxes.

Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

3. Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site

8.0
62-3601 Kawaihae Rd, Kamuela, HI
National Park · 11 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Spend time watching the out of date movies. Still rather informative.

Spencer Beach County Park is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

4. Spencer Beach County Park

9.0
Samuel M. Spencer Beach Park, Kamulea, HI
Beach · 10 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Real sand and shady spots. Rare combination for Kona. Plus calmer waves makes it safe for the kids.

Starbucks is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

5. Starbucks

8.2
69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI
Coffee Shop · 18 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Don't forget the drive in. Tucked around the back. Super nice and fast.

East Hawaii Cultural Center is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

6. East Hawaii Cultural Center

141 Kalakaua St, Hilo, HI
Art Gallery · 2 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Ridiculously small but good art classes.

Cafe Pesto is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

7. Cafe Pesto

6.9
308 Kamehameha Ave Ste 101 (Furneaux), Hilo, HI
Seafood Restaurant · 48 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Nice little family place. Pleasant staff.

Palace Theatre is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

8. Palace Theatre

38 Haili St, Hilo, HI
Theater · 4 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Ancient but relevant. Catch a show.

Pineapples Island Fresh Cuisine is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

9. Pineapples Island Fresh Cuisine

8.1
332 Keawe St, Hilo, HI
American Restaurant · 39 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Rather busy. Food is ok. Good open feel.

Kahalu'u Beach is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

10. Kahalu'u Beach

8.7
78-6702 Alii Dr, Kahaluu-Keauhou, HI
Beach · 50 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Snorkel your brains out. The turtles are close and cute.

Huggo's On The Rocks is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

11. Huggo's On The Rocks

8.1
75-5828 Kahakai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI
American Restaurant · 125 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Chocolate coffee ice cream cake

Hilo Medical Center is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

12. Hilo Medical Center

6.9
Waianuenue Ave., Hilo, HI
Medical Center · 12 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Good for Hawaii.

Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

13. Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Visitor Center

7.1
16-701 Macadamia Rd, Kea‘au, HI
Candy Store · 22 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Cafe serves great ice cream. Try the coconut flavor.

Akatsuka Orchid Gardens is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

14. Akatsuka Orchid Gardens

7.8
11-3051 Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI
Flower Store · 11 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Make sure to catch the tour and smell the chocolate orchid.

Punalu'u Black Sand Beach is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

15. Punalu'u Black Sand Beach

9.2
75-788 Ninole Loop Rd, Pāhala, HI
Beach · 70 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Beautiful and try the coffee.

Thomas A. Jaggar Museum is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

16. Thomas A. Jaggar Museum

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (at Crater Rim Dr), Volcano, HI
Science Museum · 41 tips and reviews
Volcano, Hawaii is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

17. Volcano, Hawaii

Volcano, HI
Other Great Outdoors · 5 tips and reviews
University of Hawaii at Hilo is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

18. University of Hawaii at Hilo

200 W Kawili St, Hilo, HI
University · 4 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Nice place for events.

Hilo Farmers Market is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

19. Hilo Farmers Market

7.7
400 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI
Farmers Market · 34 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Wednesday and Saturday are best but not too bad everyday.

Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

20. Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument

308 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI
Nature Preserve · 2 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: You must here the story about all of the missing Hawaiian islands. Good stuff.

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

21. Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

8.9
27-717 Old Mamalahoa Hwy (Old Onomea Rd), Pāpa‘ikou, HI
Botanical Garden · 34 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Really lovely. Worth a season pass if you are a local. Don't miss the hiking trails near the ocean.

Onomea Trails is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

22. Onomea Trails

7.9
Hawaii
Hiking Trail · 4 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Not all that long. Beautiful.

Richardsons Beach Park is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

23. Richardsons Beach Park

7.1
2349 Kalanianaole Ave, Hilo, HI
Surf Spot · 11 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Good snorkeling. Turtles.

Hawai'i (big island) is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

24. Hawai'i (big island)

8.0
Hilo, HI
Beach · 3 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Plenty to see and go but not well marked. But a guide book and ask a local.

Coconut Island Park is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

25. Coconut Island Park

7.8
Coconut Island, Hilo, HI
Park · 6 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Short but cute.

Akaka Falls State Park is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

26. Akaka Falls State Park

8.3
Hawaii Route 220, Honomu, HI
State or Provincial Park · 53 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Short walk. Nice. Go ahead and pay to park.

27. Subway

7.0
194 Kilauea Ave Apt 104, Hilo, HI
Sandwich Spot · 2 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: It's subway.

Maui Tacos is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

28. Maui Tacos

6.3
111 E Puainako St, Hilo, HI
Mexican Restaurant · 8 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Don't be put off by the mall. Good fish tacos and burritos with a salsa bar.

Abel Tasman Coast Track is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

29. Abel Tasman Coast Track

8.9
Harvey Rd, Marahau, Nelson
Hiking Trail · 7 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: A must. There are many short pieces that anyone can do.

Lake Matheson is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

30. Lake Matheson

Lake Matheson Road, Fox Glacier, West Coast
Lake · 16 tips and reviews

Brian D.Brian Duncan: Lovely walk and cafe.