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Hilo History And Legends (APP) Audio Self Guided Walking Tour

Starting From From $6.50 per person Current Project Expedition rate
1 Hour 4.03 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Private Single Day Tour Operated by WalknTours
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Go at your own pace, on your schedule, and on your terms. It's like a real-life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient, and a better storyteller. 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, and learn about immigration, food, Kapu, Legends, the kings, the Portuguese, the Japanese, Native Hawaii, the Hilo Market, Tsunami, the Ocean and so much more.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Go at your own pace, anytime
  • This tour never expires
  • After taking the tour on location, listen to the remote version anytime to relive the tour
  • The tour is professionally narrated and infused with music to set the mood
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

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. The tour stops outside the S Hata Building and you'll learn about the history of Japanese coming to Hawaii and World War 2. You'll stop outside the theater and learn the story of its past The oldest church, hear how it grew from a grass hut and the history of the growth of the church and followers 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. You'll stop outside the Lyman house and hear about the immigration of the people to Hawaii from the West. The tour stops at the Naha Stone and you'll learn the legend of the stone and how Hawaii was united. The tour stops outside of the Discovery Center and you'll learn a bit about the ocean. The tour stops outside the Tsunami Museum and you'll learn about the history of Tsunamis in Hilo. The tour takes you to the park where you'll learn about the history of the Kings visiting and the war memorial. The last stop is the Cultural Center and arts center, you'll hear its story and feel free to explore local art.

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Hilo

City/Town Tour.

Continued

Hilo

Local Flavor.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Tour on our walking tour app See the historic sites in Hilo and learn Hawaii's story Learn about the food, Kapu, immigration, religion, and why only 10% of Hawaii today is native

Not Included

Food/drink Admissions/entrances, the tour is all outside. Human guide

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing Walking shoes Water Cash for personal expenses

Meeting & Pickup

Mamo Street & Punahoa Street - Hawaii County Hilo, Hawaii, 96720.

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Minimum age: 12 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic

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