Bring a camera to capture the flowing waters of Peʻepeʻe Falls & Boiling Pots. If it's raging, you may be able to feel the mist on your face.
If you're planning to stick around a while in Hilo, Peʻepeʻe Falls & Boiling Pots is a fine place to kick off your exploring. This cascade of water is one of numerous attractions worth seeing here. University of Hawaii at Hilo, Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also waiting to be discovered nearby.