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ʻImiloa Astronomy Center (Hilo)

MuseumsHawaiʻi IslandChecked Oct. 29, 2026

A science and culture center at UH Hilo that pairs Maunakea astronomy with Polynesian voyaging and Hawaiian star knowledge, plus Hawaiʻi Island's only planetarium. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; adult admission is $19 ($14 kamaʻāina).

  • Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; closed Mondays.
  • Admission: $19 adults, $17 seniors (65+), $12 children 5 to 12, free 4 and under. Kamaʻāina: $14 adults, $12 seniors, $9 children.
  • Planetarium shows run on a set schedule; check showtimes on the website when you plan your visit.
  • Address: 600 ʻImiloa Place, on the UH Hilo campus. Phone 808-932-8901.
  • Good rainy-day stop and a great pairing with a Maunakea visit.

Sources: Love Big Island: Big Island museums (verified Oct. 2026) · ʻImiloa Astronomy Center

Last checked Oct. 29, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.

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