HILO CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Hilo Hop & Hops: A brewery tasting and shoreline sights on a three‑hour escorted circuit
An escorted Hoppa On Hoppa Off tour that pairs a Wailuku brewery flight for adults (and nonalcoholic options for keiki) with stops at Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens, the King Kamehameha Statue and other Hilo highlights — plus post‑tour shuttle access to Old Town Hilo and beaches.
Hilo Hop & Hops: A brewery tasting and shoreline sights on a three‑hour escorted circuit.
This escorted Brewery & Hilo Highlights Tour threads a short loop through Hilo’s best‑known sights and finishes with a visit to a Wailuku brewery for a flight of beer for adults and nonalcoholic refreshments for keiki and non‑drinkers. Along the way you pass Rainbow Falls, stroll past Liliuokalani Gardens and see landmark stops such as the King Kamehameha Statue and the Maunaloa Mac Nut Center; when the escort ends your Hoppa‑On shuttle ticket remains valid for Old Town Hilo and nearby beach stops until close.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Wailuku Brewery flight
The escorted portion culminates in a Wailuku brewery visit that includes a flight of beer for adults and nonalcoholic drinks for keiki and non‑beer drinkers—an intentionally short, approachable brewery experience built into the city loop.
Rainbow Falls and Liliuokalani Gardens
The route includes Hilo’s signature natural and cultivated landmarks—Rainbow Falls and the tranquil Liliuokalani Gardens are among the scheduled stops that give the tour its sense of place on the bay.
Post‑tour shuttle access to Old Town and beaches
After the escorted tour concludes, the same Hoppa‑On shuttle ticket can be used to visit Old Town Hilo and beach stops on the shuttle network until service closes, letting you extend time ashore on your own.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
Over roughly three hours of escorted sightseeing, the tour moves through Hilo’s compact downtown and waterfront, pausing for short visits at waterfalls, gardens and civic monuments before a guided stop at a Wailuku brewery for a tasting; when the guided portion ends, participants keep their Hoppa‑On shuttle ticket to continue exploring Old Town Hilo and beach stops at their own pace.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this outing
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The escorted portion runs about 3 hours; after the escort ends your shuttle ticket remains valid for visits to Old Town Hilo and beach stops until the service closes.
Meet at the Hoppa‑On Hoppa‑Off office at 60 Kuhio Street, building 1, Hilo (look left once you leave the port).
The escorted tour includes a Wailuku brewery visit with a flight of beer for adults and nonalcoholic drinks provided for keiki and non‑beer drinkers.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the escorted tour?
The escorted tour portion lasts 3 hours; the Hoppa‑On shuttle ticket can be used after the escort to visit Old Town Hilo and beach stops until close.
Where do we meet the tour?
Meet at the Hoppa‑On Hoppa‑Off office: 60 Kuhio Street, building 1, Hilo (look left once you leave the port).
What does the brewery stop include?
The brewery visit includes a flight of beer for adults and nonalcoholic drinks for keiki and for participants who do not drink beer.
Which Hilo sites does the tour visit?
Scheduled stops include Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens, the King Kamehameha Statue and the Maunaloa Mac Nut Center, in addition to the Wailuku brewery.
Can I keep exploring after the escorted tour ends?
Yes — once the escorted portion concludes your Hoppa‑On shuttle ticket can be used to visit Old Town Hilo and beach stops until shuttle service closes.
Who operates the Brewery & Hilo Highlights Tour?
The tour is operated by Hoppa On Hoppa Off.