Things to do in Volcano

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Kilauea Iki Crater which includes tranquil scenes, mist or fog and landscape views
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park showing tranquil scenes
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park featuring general coastal views and tranquil scenes
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park showing tranquil scenes, views and general coastal views
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park which includes tranquil scenes and mist or fog as well as a couple

Volcano Attractions

There are opportunities for fun almost everywhere you look in Volcano. From thrilling excursions to impressive tourist attractions, this enchanting city has something for everyone. Ready to start organizing your travel itinerary?

If you're ready to discover the best of Volcano, join a few of the top tours & day trips on offer, and have a friendly guide show you the most popular attractions. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {34 fun activities in Volcano fun activities in Volcano} are also worth browsing through.

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Most popular activities in Volcano

Tours & day trips

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Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Activity duration is 5 days
7.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $35 per traveler*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Kīlauea Hike and Lava Gazing with Native Hawaiian

Kīlauea Hike and Lava Gazing with Native Hawaiian

Activity duration is 5 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $200 per adult
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Water activities

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $108 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Big Island Spectacular & Volcano Helicopter Tour

Big Island Spectacular & Volcano Helicopter Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
6.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $719 per traveler
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What to do in Volcano

Free Things to Do in Volcano

There's no need to max out your credit card in Volcano. The following won't even cost a dollar.

Volcano Art Center and Gallery - Feed your hunger for arts and culture here and witness talent and creativity at work.

Cooper Center - Be inspired by the design and ingenuity of this impressive example of modernistic architecture.

Volcano Garden Arts - Come to grips with some of the history of the region through this site.

 

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An ancient protected fern found in Volcanoes National Park called Hapu'u grows to a height of 15 feet. As the new growth unfolds you can see the baby leaves for each of the new branches just days before it unwraps right before your eyes.

Volcano House

4/5(5 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Volcano with a stop at Volcano House. Wander the scenic parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Volcano House
Kilauea

Kilauea

4.5/5(250 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kilauea and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to Volcano. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Kilauea
Beautiful spot and respite for military personnel. Bowling alley open to the public.

Kilauea Military Camp

After visiting Kilauea Military Camp, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Volcano. Wander the scenic parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Kilauea Military Camp
Kilauea Iki Crater which includes tranquil scenes, mist or fog and landscape views

Kilauea Iki Crater

4/5(2 reviews)

Surrounded by rainforest, this volcano last erupted in 1959. Hike across the cooled lava for a unique view of this fascinating geological phenomenon.

Kilauea Iki Crater
Rebirth from lava flow Kiluea hi

Volcano Garden Arts

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Volcano Garden Arts during your trip to Volcano. Wander the lush rainforest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Volcano Garden Arts
If you are an orchid fan or just an avid gardener, this place has an outstanding collection of exotic orchids that can be shipped to the mainland.

Akatsuka Orchid Gardens

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Akatsuka Orchid Gardens, a lovely green space in Volcano. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Akatsuka Orchid Gardens

Mauna Loa

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mauna Loa and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to Volcano. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Mauna Loa

Kīlauea Visitor Center

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kīlauea Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Volcano. Wander the scenic parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Kīlauea Visitor Center

Volcano Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Volcano at Volcano Golf and Country Club. Wander the lush rainforest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Volcano Golf and Country Club

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If you are an orchid fan or just an avid gardener, this place has an outstanding collection of exotic orchids that can be shipped to the mainland.

Royal Hawaiian Estates

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Royal Hawaiian Estates, you might make a stop by sights like 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass and Akatsuka Orchid Gardens.

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Ohia Estates

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

While Ohia Estates might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Volcano Garden Arts and 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass.

Ohia Estates
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Popular day trips from Volcano

Hilo which includes a bay or harbor

Hilo

Kealakekua showing hiking or walking and tranquil scenes as well as a couple

Kealakekua

Photo by Laurie Smith

Naalehu

Pahala

Pahala

Pahoa which includes rocky coastline, night scenes and mist or fog

Pahoa

Captain Cook showing boating and a lake or waterhole

Captain Cook

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