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Liliuokalani Gardens

  • Address: Banyan Dr. at Lihiwai St., Hilo, HI | Map It
  • Phone: 808/961-8311
Write a review | Avg. member rating: 4.6/5

Fodor's Review:

Designed to honor Hawaii's first Japanese immigrants, the 30-acre park's fish-filled ponds, stone lanterns, half-moon bridges, elegant pagodas, and ceremonial teahouse make it a favorite Sunday destination. The surrounding area used to be a busy residential neighborhood until a tsunami in 1960 swept the buildings away, taking the lives of 60 people in the process.

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Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by Rockgirl from Jacksonville, FL on 7/19/07
Situated right next to Coconut Island, this park is a gem. One of the most amazing trees I have ever seen sits in the middle of the park, the gardens and ponds are impeccable. While we were there, many locals were having picnics and there was a tai'chi class being held. I would love to live near a park like this. My favorite thing in Hilo!

Member Rating: 4.8
Ratings details: Experience: 5.0 Ease: 5.0 Value: 5.0 Don't Miss: 4.0

Reviewed by Golnarsarge from Orange County, CA on 5/8/07
If you're from an area with waterfront parks like we are this is not going to knock your socks off, but if you're in the Banyan Drive/Coconut Island area, this picturesque park and gardens is certainly worth a stroll.

Member Rating: 4.4
Ratings details: Experience: 4.0 Ease: 5.0 Value: 5.0 Don't Miss: 4.0
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