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Things to Do in Maui

50 curated spots from Maui itineraries

Activities & Attractions (30)

Road to Hana Drive
Domorning

Road to Hana Drive

Scenic drive with stops at waterfalls and lookouts; go early to avoid crowds.

3h
$30 gas/parking
Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm
Doafternoon

Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm

Stroll gardens, shop lavender products.

1h 30m
$3
DT Fleming Beach
Doafternoon

DT Fleming Beach

Relax on wide sands, watch surfers, enjoy panoramic coastal views.

1h 30m
Free
Front Street Shopping
Doafternoon

Front Street Shopping

Art galleries, jewelry, and boutique strolls.

2h
Varies
Garden of Eden Arboretum
Domorning

Garden of Eden Arboretum

Jurassic Park views, easy trails; nature immersion.

2h
$20
Haleakala Crater Summit
Doafternoon

Haleakala Crater Summit

Drive to viewpoint, short walks at 10,000ft; layers for chill.

2h
$30 vehicle entry
Haleakala Summit Sunrise Hike
Domorning

Haleakala Summit Sunrise Hike

Short trails at crater rim; book permit, layers needed; moderate fitness.

3h
$30/car
Haleakalā Sunrise
Domorning

Haleakalā Sunrise

Drive up for crater views at dawn.

3h
$30/car
Ho'okipa Beach
Doafternoon

Ho'okipa Beach

Watch windsurfers and turtles sunning; short beach walk.

1h 30m
Free
Ho'okipa Beach Lookout
Doafternoon

Ho'okipa Beach Lookout

Watch windsurfers, turtles; beach chill.

1h
Free
Iao Valley State Monument
Domorning

Iao Valley State Monument

Short paved trail to needle rock pinnacle and river; reserve parking.

1h 30m
$5 entry
Iao Valley State Park
Doafternoon

Iao Valley State Park

Short hike to needle pinnacle, rainforest, and river for nature and photos.

1h 30m
$5 entry
Iao Valley State Park Hike
Domorning

Iao Valley State Park Hike

1-mile moderate trail to needle viewpoint; misty rainforest.

2h
$5/car
Ka'anapali Beach
Doafternoon

Ka'anapali Beach

Lounge on soft sands, snorkel with turtles at the northern end, spot whales from shore.

2h
Free
Ka'anapali Beach & Sunset Sail
Doafternoon

Ka'anapali Beach & Sunset Sail

Relax on the beach then board a luxury catamaran for **live music** cocktails at golden hour.

2h 30m
$200/couple
Ka'anapali Beach Walk
Domorning

Ka'anapali Beach Walk

Stroll sands, snorkel, and cliff dive views.

2h
Free
Ka'anapali Luxury Sunset Sail
Doevening

Ka'anapali Luxury Sunset Sail

Private catamaran cocktail sail with open bar and ocean views.

2h
$200 per person
Kaanapali Beach Walk
Domorning

Kaanapali Beach Walk

3-mile coastal path, resorts, snorkel spots; beach must-have.

2h
Free
Kanaha Beach Park
Domorning

Kanaha Beach Park

Beach lounging, kite surfing views, and easy ocean entry.

2h
Free
Kapalua Bay
Domorning

Kapalua Bay

Snorkel in calm, clear waters teeming with colorful fish; rent gear on-site.

2h
$20 gear rental
Keawakapu Beach
Domorning

Keawakapu Beach

Quiet sands for swimming and sunset watching.

2h
Free
Kihei Kalama Village Shopping
Doafternoon

Kihei Kalama Village Shopping

Beachwear, art galleries, souvenirs; 20-min drive from Wailuku.

2h
$20-50
Lahaina Banyan Tree Park
Domorning

Lahaina Banyan Tree Park

Wander historic tree and nearby galleries for photos.

1h
Free
Lahaina Front Street Stroll
Doafternoon

Lahaina Front Street Stroll

Historic shops, galleries, banyan tree; shopping wrap-up.

2h
$20-50
Lahaina Waterfront Luau
Doevening

Lahaina Waterfront Luau

Evening show with hula, fire dancing, and dinner.

3h
$150
Maalaea Beach Relax
Doafternoon

Maalaea Beach Relax

Gentle waves, kite surfing views; beach must-have.

1h 30m
Free
Maui Arts & Cultural Center
Doafternoon

Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Explore exhibits and gardens for cultural photos.

1h 30m
$10
Maui Cooking Class at Fairmont Kea Lani
Domorning

Maui Cooking Class at Fairmont Kea Lani

Private couples' class learning poke bowls and laulau; hands-on with local ingredients.

2h
$300/couple
Maui Luau at Black Rock
Doevening

Maui Luau at Black Rock

Intimate Sheraton luau with Polynesian dances, fire show, and Hawaiian buffet.

3h
$250/couple
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens
Doafternoon

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens

Native plants and peaceful trails for photos.

1h 30m
$10

Restaurants & Food (20)

Gazebo Restaurant
Eatmorning

Gazebo Restaurant

Mac nuts pancakes; oceanfront, arrive early for table.

1h
$15-30 per person
Leilani's on the Beach
Eatafternoon

Leilani's on the Beach

Fish tacos and burgers; toes-in-sand.

1h
$25-40 per person
Mama's Fish House
Eatafternoon

Mama's Fish House

Iconic beachfront seafood with fresh poke and lobster; reservations essential.

1h 30m
$120-180 per person
Cafe O'Lei Kihei
Eatmorning

Cafe O'Lei Kihei

Lilikoi pancakes and island omelets.

1h
$20-35 per person
Fleetwood's on Front St
Eatevening

Fleetwood's on Front St

Live music, fresh catch; rooftop vibe.

1h 30m
$30-50 per person
Hana Farms Stand
Eatafternoon

Hana Farms Stand

Banana bread and fresh smoothies roadside.

45m
$15-25 per person
Merriman's Kapalua
Eatevening

Merriman's Kapalua

Oceanfront Hawaiian cuisine; reserve **wine tasting** pairing with Upcountry lamb and local MauiWine.

2h
$120-180 per person
Monkeypod Kitchen
Eatafternoon

Monkeypod Kitchen

Mai tais and mai mai platters; live music often.

1h 15m
$25-50 per person
Morimoto Maui
Eatevening

Morimoto Maui

Sushi and Hawaiian fusion; seaside.

1h 30m
$40-50 per person
Paia Fish Market
Eatevening

Paia Fish Market

Fish tacos or mahi mahi; casual vibe near Hana return route.

1h
$20-40 per person
Aunt Sandy's Banana Bread
Eatafternoon

Aunt Sandy's Banana Bread

Fresh banana bread and snacks; picnic-style along the route.

30m
$10-20 per person
Braddah Hutts
Eatevening

Braddah Hutts

BBQ ribs and live music in beach town.

1h 30m
$25-40 per person
Cafe O'Lei
Eatafternoon

Cafe O'Lei

Fresh salads with Maui ingredients; open-air dining.

1h
$20-40 per person
Choice Health Bar
Eatafternoon

Choice Health Bar

Acai bowls, wraps; healthy refuel.

45m
$20-30 per person
Cool Cat Cafe
Eatafternoon

Cool Cat Cafe

Hawaiian plate lunches and burgers on historic street.

1h
$20-30 per person
Da Kitchen
Eatevening

Da Kitchen

Plate lunches like loco moco; hearty portions.

1h 15m
$25-45 per person
Ferraro's
Eatevening

Ferraro's

Italian-Hawaiian fusion with harbor views.

1h 30m
$40-50 per person
Flatbread Company
Eatevening

Flatbread Company

Wood-fired pizzas with local toppings; kalua pork special.

1h
$25-40 per person
Grandma's Coffee House
Eatmorning

Grandma's Coffee House

Upcountry coffee, scones; estate-grown beans.

45m
$15-25 per person
Haiku Cannery Food Trucks
Eatafternoon

Haiku Cannery Food Trucks

Gourmet trucks; poke or BBQ.

45m
$15-30 per person

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