Hilo History and Legends (APP) Audio Self Guided Walking Tour
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.
About this activity
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Includes
- 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
Special Instructions
Itinerary
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Estimated Time : 5 minutes
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.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 5 minutes
The tour stops outside the S Hata Building and you'll learn about the history of Japanese coming to Hawaii and World War 2.
Free Admission
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You'll stop outside the theater and learn the story of it's past
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 5 minutes
The oldest church, hear how it grew from a grass hut and the history of the growth of the church and followers
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 5 minutes
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.
Free Admission
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You'll stop outside the Lyman house and hear about the immigration of the of the people to Hawaii from the West.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 10 minutes
Naha Stone : the tour stops at the Naha Stone and you'll learn the legend of the stone and how Hawaii was united.
Free Admission
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The tour stops outside of the Discovery center and you'll learn a bit about the ocean.
Free Admission
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The tour stops outside the Tsunami museum and you'll learn about the history of Tsunami's in Hilo.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 5 minutes
The tour takes you to the park where you'll learn about the history of the Kings visiting and war memorial.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 5 minutes
The last stop is the Cultural center and arts center, you'll hear it's story and feel free to explore local art.
Free Admission