Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden | Things to Do in Hilo, Hawaii
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Located on scenic Route 19 off the Old Mamalahoa Highway, the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden is a nature preserve and botanical garden that is home to more than 2,000 plant species. Set in a scenic valley with spectacular views over Onomea Bay, the garden was created by Dan J. Lutkenhouse and features a collection of over 200 palms, more than 80 species of heliconias, over 80 species of bromeliads and a selection of century-old mango and coconut palms. The garden is also home to three-tiered waterfall known as Onomea Falls, with stunning views over Boulder Creek and the lava tubes on Onomea Bay.

27-717 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Papaikou, HI 96781, Phone: 808-964-5233

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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