Definitely stop by Kohala Artists' Cooperative; it's just off the road, but you might miss it if…read moreyou're not looking. Inside, you'll find an eclectic collection of art from local artists. Some of the woodworkings and glass art are spectacular! There are loads of other items as well, each one unique and hand made. When we arrived, there was a glass-blowing workshop going on outside the cooperative, where a man was teaching a group of people how to make glass art, by melting the glass on a rod in the big hot oven, then blowing into the hollow tube to shape the glass, and fill it with air. This would be a fantastic way to spend a few hours, if you're creative and don't mind the heat of the oven. They'll even ship your finished work of art to you if you're not around, in the day or so after it dries and cools.

This is a cute co-op featuring artwork from 20+ local artists, from photography to ceramics. If you…read morehave the time, I recommend signing up ahead for a glass-blowing class. The skilled glassblowers, Matthew and Carolyn will guide you through the process of making your own custom glass object. This is an excellent group activity as you watch and encourage each other as you make your objects in turn. A unique experience to say the least, and your final reward is a keepsake to commemorate the experience for years to come. This was the highlight of my last Big Island trip.

Besides the farmers markets this is where I chose to do the vast majority of my souvenir shopping…read morewhile we were on the Big Island! We were on our way from Kona to Hilo via Hapuna beach and a couple of scenic lookouts when we stumbled across this shop. Right across the street from one of the King Kamehameha statues, and next to King's View Cafe... Along with a large selection of higher end locally made products this shop also has t-shirts and inexpensive jewelry too. If you are in the area this is a must stop shopping spot! Spend a few minutes with the friendly staff! And as long as you're here you might as well go next door to King's View and grab a plate...!

Wow. Just. Wow. This…read moreis such an amazing place! There is a gift for everyone on your list in every price range. Looking for a great souvenir? Check! Looking for a beautiful pics of art? Yup! An Authentic Hawaiian piece for your home? Got it. A gorgeous silk dress with Hawaiian flowers? got that too How about a tee? Lots. How about an manager with SO MUCH ALOHA???? Yes!!!! We got there at closing and she invited us in and let us shop until we were done. Highly recommend!!!

Amazing gallery specializing in turned wood bowls. Definitely worth the trip to take a look.read more

Great works. Friendly, reliable. Fast ship and solid helper…read more Highly recommend David login

Great place with nice collection of quality souvenir items. Reasonable pricing and friendly staff.read more

I'm normally more wordy than this, but I have some catching up to do…read more.. This statue is right off the roadway with parking available across the street. While you are in Hawaii spend some time and learn the history and the true culture of the Hawaiian islands. As long as you are in the area make sure you check out the local shopping and restaurants!

Located in kohala district ! Supposed birth place of king kamehameha. The king that united the…read moreislands of Hawaii. Located in front of the old country courthouse in the town of Kapa'au. Made of cast brass and painted with lifelike colors, it depicts Kamehameha I, and represents an important cultural and spiritual object for the local community.

I loved sampling the variety of fresh produce. Hands down the best ruby grapefruit I've ever had…read moreand one of the best mangoes I've ever had. Tip: where long sleeves and pants to help deter bug bites.

From the owner: Are you longing for adventure? Do you wish to explore the natural wonders of Hawaii? Do you yearn…read moreto deepen your connection to the earth, the spirit, and each other? Lokahi Garden Sanctuary offers a variety of residential, day, and travel programs to give tourists and locals an authentic and unique Hawaii experience. Couple's adventures, farm tours, massage/spa treatments, international excursions - we have plenty of fun, meaningful programs for you to enjoy. With a comprehensive itinerary and amenities available, our guided tours have everything you need for an unforgettable nature and cultural experience. We might be strangers at the beginning of our trip, but by the end, we'll be family.

We ordered several large framed photographs for our walls in our home. It was hard to choose since…read morethere were so many amazing shots but with the help from Ty at the gallery we settled on the few we really liked. They even did a conceptual mockup for us showing the art on our actual wall which was really cool. The frames were also really beautiful and they shipped everything quickly. I highly recommend Bo Bridges Gallery!!! Thank you for transforming our home. We will be ordering more pieces in the future.

From the owner: Bo Bridges is a world renowned advertising and fine art photographer credited with capturing some…read moreof the industry's most illusive and dangerous shots. His portfolio, filled with legendary images of professional athletes and celebrities, as well as ad campaigns and movie posters for some of Hollywood's highest grossing action franchises, has been touted by ESPN as a "pyramid wall filled with iconic pieces of history" and earned him the title "The World's Most Badass Photographer" (Elite Daily). With fine art galleries in Maui, Manhattan Beach, and Vail, and recent collaborations with Marvel and Target, Bo’s global reach continues to grow with every shot he takes.

This place is so cool. My friends and I stopped by on our way through town and came across this…read moreshop. They have all sorts of art and crystals. Their staff is welcoming and friendly. Prices are affordable. They have a room in the back where you can meditate? for free. Whatever it was, it was cool and I highly recommend stopping by

Randomly stopped by while checking out the area and ended up buying some red jasper earrings. Loved…read morethe overall vibe of the shop. Owner was friendly and I don't know much about crystals but they have a wide variety.