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Imiloa Astronomy Center

Science museum

4.5(168 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Imiloa Astronomy Center

About

Exhibits, a planetarium & gardens. Exhibits on astronomy & Hawaiian culture/history, plus a planetarium & gardens with native plants.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Imiloa Astronomy Center:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    600 Imiloa Pl, Hilo, HI 96720
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    Phone
    (808) 932-8901
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:9 AM–5 PM
    Friday:12–7:30 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:9 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Active military discounts: Has active military discounts

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating: Has wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Restaurant: Has restaurant
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Wi-Fi: Has Wi-Fi

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

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