About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of historic Downtown Hilo along the scenic bayfront corridor, 329 Kamehameha Ave Parking provides highly convenient open-air surface parking for visitors, shoppers, and local commuters. This flat-grade, outdoor lot allows easy pull-in maneuvering and is uniquely advantageous for motorists driving larger vehicles. Because it is an unobstructed surface facility with no low-hanging ceilings or parking garage clearance barriers, it effortlessly accommodates full-size pickup trucks, oversized passenger SUVs, conversion vans, and rental vehicles mounted with rooftop surf racks or adventure gear.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This parking destination puts drivers within steps of Downtown Hilo’s most beloved cultural landmarks, oceanfront parks, and dining establishments:

Hilo Farmers Market: Located just steps across Mamo Street, this world-famous open-air market features dozens of local vendors selling fresh tropical fruit, florals, crafts, and island street food.
Moʻoheau County Park & Hilo Bayfront: Directly opposite Kamehameha Avenue, offering sweeping vistas of Hilo Bay, walking paths, coconut groves, and the historic Moʻoheau Bandstand.
Pacific Tsunami Museum: Located less than a 3-minute stroll down Kamehameha Avenue, showcasing powerful exhibits and educational history on the tsunamis that shaped Hilo.
Palace Theater: A brief 5-minute walk up Haili Street brings you to this iconic 1925 historic performing arts and cinema venue.
Downtown Hilo Dining & Boutiques: Immediate access to celebrated local eateries including Pineapples Island Fresh Cuisine, Cafe Pesto, and independent craft boutiques, art galleries, and bakeries.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Accessing the parking area is straightforward from Kamehameha Avenue (Hawaii Route 19), which serves as the primary coastal thoroughfare through Hilo. Ingress and egress are smooth, with clear sightlines onto Kamehameha Avenue and connecting side streets like Furneaux Lane and Mamo Street. For regional travelers, Route 19 connects directly to the Hamakua Coast to the north, while Hawaii Route 11 (Kanoelehua Avenue) provides a direct 10-minute route south to Hilo International Airport (ITO). Additionally, the central Moʻoheau Bus Terminal for the countywide Hele-On Bus transit system is situated directly across the street, offering effortless multimodal transit across the Big Island.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air, ground-level surface parking with zero overhead vehicle height restrictions.
Clearly marked standard and accessible (ADA) stalls for convenient accessibility.
Direct pedestrian sidewalk connectivity into the downtown commercial district and waterfront.
Close proximity to the central Hele-On Bus transit station.
Surrounded by streetlighting and active daytime foot traffic.

Ideal For

Market shoppers and foodies visiting the bustling Hilo Farmers Market on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.
Tourists and road trippers exploring the historic wooden storefronts and cultural museums of Old Hilo Town.
Patrons attending evening movies, live concerts, or community events at the historic Palace Theater.
Beachfront walkers and joggers spending time around Hilo Bayfront and Moʻoheau Park.

Visitor & Driver Tips

The lot fills up rapidly on Wednesday and Saturday mornings when the Hilo Farmers Market is at full capacity, so plan to arrive before 8:30 AM to secure a space easily. While parking in downtown Hilo is generally complimentary or subject to daytime time limits, always inspect posted signs at the entrance and along the stalls for any merchant restrictions, loading zone designations, or municipal time regulations. In true Hilo fashion, passing tropical showers can develop quickly, so keeping an umbrella handy in your vehicle is always wise when setting out on foot.