Best Attractions to Visit in Hilo
- Merrie Monarch Festival is a globally acclaimed Hula competition that takes place in Afook Chinen Civic Auditorium. It comprises of exhibitions and a parade too. It is usually scheduled annually for an entire week during the Spring season.
- Lili'uokalani Gardens is named after the last Japanese ruler of Hawaii, Queen Liliuokalani. It pays homage to all the Japanese immigrants who contributed in the development of old Waiakea Sugar Plantation.