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Hilo History and Legends (APP) Audio Self Guided Walking Tour
(1) Reviews
Hawaii County
About
Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient and a better story teller.
The tour never expires. You can take it as many times as you want. And after taking the on location tour you'll unlock a virtual tour you can listen to anytime. Did you ever think "What did the tour guide say?" With our WalknTours app you can listen anytime and keep the stories forever.
You'll see the historic spots in Hilo, learn about immigration, food, Kapu, Legends, the kings, the Portuguese, the Japanese, Native Hawaii, the Hilo Market, Tsunami's, the Ocean and so much more.
Highlights
From 55 minutes to 1 hour and 5 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 55 minutes to 1 hour and 5 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
tour on our walking tour app
Learn about the food, Kapu, immigration, religion and why only 10% of Hawaii today is native
See the historic sites in Hilo and learn Hawaii's story
No food, drinks or admission into buildings, the tour is all outside
Meeting Points
Departure
Mamo Street & Punahoa Street
The tour starts on the corner of Mamo and Punhoa street, across from the entrance of the farmers market. Here you'll discover the market, learn the history of some of the foods and explore.
Return
Kalakaua Park
The tour ends at Kalakaua Park, you'll learn it's history, ties with the King of Hawaii, the statues and trees and so much more.
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Hilo History and Legends (APP) Audio Self Guided Walking Tour
(1) Reviews
Hawaii County
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$6.50
Price varies by group size
About
Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient and a better story teller.
The tour never expires. You can take it as many times as you want. And after taking the on location tour you'll unlock a virtual tour you can listen to anytime. Did you ever think "What did the tour guide say?" With our WalknTours app you can listen anytime and keep the stories forever.
You'll see the historic spots in Hilo, learn about immigration, food, Kapu, Legends, the kings, the Portuguese, the Japanese, Native Hawaii, the Hilo Market, Tsunami's, the Ocean and so much more.
Highlights
From 55 minutes to 1 hour and 5 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 55 minutes to 1 hour and 5 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
tour on our walking tour app
Learn about the food, Kapu, immigration, religion and why only 10% of Hawaii today is native
See the historic sites in Hilo and learn Hawaii's story
No food, drinks or admission into buildings, the tour is all outside
Meeting Points
Departure
Mamo Street & Punahoa Street
The tour starts on the corner of Mamo and Punhoa street, across from the entrance of the farmers market. Here you'll discover the market, learn the history of some of the foods and explore.
Return
Kalakaua Park
The tour ends at Kalakaua Park, you'll learn it's history, ties with the King of Hawaii, the statues and trees and so much more.
Itinerary
1
Hilo Farmers Market
The tour starts on the corner of Mamo and Punhoa street, across from the entrance of the farmers market. Here you'll discover the market, learn the history of some of the foods and explore.
5 minutes
2
S. Hata Building
The tour stops outside the S Hata Building and you'll learn about the history of Japanese coming to Hawaii and World War 2.
5 minutes
3
Palace Theater
You'll stop outside the theater and learn the story of it's past
4
Haili Church
The oldest church, hear how it grew from a grass hut and the history of the growth of the church and followers
5 minutes
5
St. Joseph Catholic Church
The tour stops outside of the church and you'll hear the history of the Portuguese coming to Hawaii and how they now make up 10% of the population.
5 minutes
6
Lyman Museum
You'll stop outside the Lyman house and hear about the immigration of the of the people to Hawaii from the West.
7
Naha Stone
the tour stops at the Naha Stone and you'll learn the legend of the stone and how Hawaii was united.
10 minutes
8
Mokupapapa Discovery Center
The tour stops outside of the Discovery center and you'll learn a bit about the ocean.
9
Pacific Tsunami Museum
The tour stops outside the Tsunami museum and you'll learn about the history of Tsunami's in Hilo.
10
Kalakaua Park
The tour takes you to the park where you'll learn about the history of the Kings visiting and war memorial.
5 minutes
11
East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center
The last stop is the Cultural center and arts center, you'll hear it's story and feel free to explore local art.
