Things to do in Volcano

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park featuring tranquil scenes

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 {30 fun activities in Volcano fun activities in Volcano} are also worth browsing through.

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Most popular activities in Volcano

History & culture

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25+ National Parks Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle

25+ National Parks Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle

Activity duration is 15 days
Free cancellation available
Price is $85 per traveler*
25+ National Parks Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle

Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Waterfall Landing Spectacular Big Island Helicopter Tour

Waterfall Landing Spectacular Big Island Helicopter Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $949 per adult
Waterfall Landing Spectacular Big Island Helicopter Tour

Adventure & outdoor

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Fat Tire E-Bike Tour - Volcanoes National Park

Fat Tire E-Bike Tour - Volcanoes National Park

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $189 per adult
Fat Tire E-Bike Tour - Volcanoes National Park

Recommended things to do in Volcano

Number of things to do
30
Things to do from
$14
Cheapest thing to do
HAWAII TIKI TOURS, LAVA ROCK SCULPTURES, OFF GRID LIVING
Top 5 things to do
Under $25
With kids

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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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Volcano on a sunny day?
Take advantage of the great weather (and give your legs a stretch as well) with these outdoor activities:


What to do in Volcano on a rainy day?
If it’s bucketing down, these fun indoor activities will keep you busy (and nice and dry!):


What is Volcano famous for?
Pose for a happy snap at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park — it’s a well-known local attraction.
Are there cheap things to do in Volcano?
Keep more of your hard-earned coin in your pocket with these cheap and cheerful activities:


What can you do in Volcano for free?
You could store your credit card in the hotel safe for the day, because these top attractions can be seen for nothing:

  • 2400 Fahrenheit Art Glass
  • Cooper Center
  • Volcano Garden Arts
  • Kipuka Puaulu Trail

Discover the most popular places to visit in Volcano

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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
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Kilauea

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
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Volcano House

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
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Akatsuka Orchid Gardens

Enjoy an outing to Akatsuka Orchid Gardens during your stay in Volcano. Wander the lush rainforest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Akatsuka Orchid Gardens
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Kilauea Iki Crater

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
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Thomas A. Jaggar Museum

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Thomas A. Jaggar Museum in Volcano. Wander the lush rainforest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Thomas A. Jaggar Museum
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Volcano Garden Arts

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Volcano Garden Arts in Volcano. Wander the lush rainforest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Volcano Garden Arts
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Mauna Loa

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
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Kīlauea Visitor Center

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

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Volcano

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 Kilauea Iki Overlook and Akatsuka Orchid Gardens.

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