Things to Do in Maui
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Things to Do in Maui

50 curated spots from Maui itineraries

Activities & Attractions

30 curated experiences

Iao Valley State Monument
Do
morning

Iao Valley State Monument

Short paved paths and viewpoints of the iconic Iao Needle surrounded by lush valley walls and a flowing stream.

2h · $10-15 per vehicle (parking & entry, subject to change)
Road to Hana Drive
Do
afternoon

Road to Hana Drive

Self-drive scenic route with waterfalls, black sand beach, and bamboo forest stops.

6h · $50 gas
Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm
Do
afternoon

Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm

Stroll gardens, shop lavender products.

1h 30m · $3
Baby Beach, Lahaina
Do
late_morning

Baby Beach, Lahaina

Shallow, generally calm beach with a reef-protected lagoon ideal for an easy first swim and relaxed shoreline photos.

2h · Free
DT Fleming Beach
Do
afternoon

DT Fleming Beach

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

1h 30m · Free
Front Street Shopping
Do
afternoon

Front Street Shopping

Art galleries, jewelry, and boutique strolls.

2h · Varies
Garden of Eden Arboretum
Do
morning

Garden of Eden Arboretum

Jurassic Park views, easy trails; nature immersion.

2h · $20
Haleakala Crater Summit
Do
afternoon

Haleakala Crater Summit

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

2h · $30 vehicle entry
Haleakalā National Park Summit Sunrise & Short Hike
Do
morning

Haleakalā National Park Summit Sunrise & Short Hike

Drive to the summit before dawn for sunrise over the cloud layer, then explore one of the short trails near the visitor center for volcanic landscapes and sweeping views.[4]

4h · $30 park entry per vehicle (plus sunrise reservation fee)
Haleakala Summit Sunrise Hike
Do
morning

Haleakala Summit Sunrise Hike

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

3h · $30/car
Haleakalā Sunrise
Do
morning

Haleakalā Sunrise

Drive up for crater views at dawn.

3h · $30/car
Ho'okipa Beach
Do
afternoon

Ho'okipa Beach

Watch windsurfers and turtles sunning; short beach walk.

1h 30m · Free
Ho'okipa Beach Lookout
Do
afternoon

Ho'okipa Beach Lookout

Watch windsurfers, turtles; beach chill.

1h · Free
ʻĪao Valley State Monument
Do
morning

ʻĪao Valley State Monument

Short paved paths and stairs lead to views of the iconic ʻĪao Needle, lush tropical valley, and stream; great for nature photos without a long hike.[4]

1h 30m · $10 parking per car (approx.)
Iao Valley State Park
Do
afternoon

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
Do
morning

Iao Valley State Park Hike

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

2h · $5/car
Ka'anapali Beach
Do
afternoon

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
Do
afternoon

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
Do
morning

Ka'anapali Beach Walk

Stroll sands, snorkel, and cliff dive views.

2h · Free
Ka'anapali Luxury Sunset Sail
Do
evening

Ka'anapali Luxury Sunset Sail

Private catamaran cocktail sail with open bar and ocean views.

2h · $200 per person
Kaanapali Beach Walk
Do
morning

Kaanapali Beach Walk

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

2h · Free
Kāʻanapali Beach Morning Swim & Walk
Do
morning

Kāʻanapali Beach Morning Swim & Walk

Enjoy a relaxed swim or shoreline walk along one of Maui’s most famous resort beaches, with soft sand and long, walkable stretches.

2h 30m · Free (parking may be paid)
Kāʻanapali Beach Sunset & Boardwalk Stroll
Do
evening

Kāʻanapali Beach Sunset & Boardwalk Stroll

Walk the beachfront path, swim or relax on the wide sandy beach, and photograph sunset near Black Rock, where you may catch the evening cliff dive ceremony from resort grounds.

2h · Free (plus parking)
Kamaʻole Beach Park II (Relax & Swim)
Do
afternoon

Kamaʻole Beach Park II (Relax & Swim)

Spend a laid-back afternoon on the sandy beach, with good swimming, mellow waves most days, and lovely light for late-day photos.

2h 30m · Free
Kanaha Beach Park
Do
morning

Kanaha Beach Park

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

2h · Free
Kapalua Bay
Do
morning

Kapalua Bay

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

2h · $20 gear rental
Kapalua Coastal Trail Stroll
Do
late_afternoon

Kapalua Coastal Trail Stroll

Walk an easy section of the coastal trail between Kapalua Bay and Oneloa Bay, stopping at overlooks for wave and cliff views.

1h 30m · Free
Keawakapu Beach
Do
morning

Keawakapu Beach

Quiet sands for swimming and sunset watching.

2h · Free
Kihei Kalama Village Shopping
Do
afternoon

Kihei Kalama Village Shopping

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

2h · $20-50
Lahaina Banyan Tree Park
Do
morning

Lahaina Banyan Tree Park

Wander historic tree and nearby galleries for photos.

1h · Free

Restaurants & Food

20 local favorites

Gazebo Restaurant
Eat
morning

Gazebo Restaurant

Famous macadamia nut pancakes with ocean views.

1h · $20-35 per person
Leilani's on the Beach
Eat
afternoon

Leilani's on the Beach

Huli huli chicken and fresh fish tacos.

1h · $25-40 per person
Mama's Fish House
Eat
afternoon

Mama's Fish House

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

1h 30m · $120-180 per person
Cafe O'Lei Kihei
Eat
morning

Cafe O'Lei Kihei

Lilikoi butter pancakes; garden setting.

1h · $20-35 per person
Down the Hatch Maui
Eat
evening

Down the Hatch Maui

Casual courtyard spot off Front Street known for fish tacos, lava lava shrimp, and relaxed bar atmosphere.

1h 15m · $20-35 per person
Fleetwood's on Front St
Eat
evening

Fleetwood's on Front St

Live music, fresh catch; rooftop vibe.

1h 30m · $30-50 per person
Hana Farms Stand
Eat
afternoon

Hana Farms Stand

Fresh banana bread and smoothies; try passionfruit version.

30m · $15-25 per person
Kula Lodge Restaurant
Eat
morning

Kula Lodge Restaurant

Scenic Upcountry restaurant with panoramic views and hearty breakfast and brunch options; a nice stop after descending from Haleakalā.

1h · $20-30 per person
Merriman's Kapalua
Eat
evening

Merriman's Kapalua

Farm-to-table Hawaiian fusion with sunset views; try the monchong fish.

2h · $100-160 per person
Monkeypod Kitchen
Eat
evening

Monkeypod Kitchen

Mai tais and mai mai burgers with ocean views.

1h 30m · $35-50 per person
Morimoto Maui
Eat
afternoon

Morimoto Maui

Iron Chef fusion; try the seared ahi tuna pizza and lobster bisque.

1h 30m · $80-120 per person
Paia Fish Market
Eat
morning

Paia Fish Market

Fresh poke bowls and coffee; order the ahi poke.

45m · $20-30 per person
Tin Roof Maui
Eat
morning

Tin Roof Maui

Casual spot for avocado toast and poke bowls.

1h · $20-30 per person
Aunt Sandy's Banana Bread
Eat
afternoon

Aunt Sandy's Banana Bread

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

30m · $10-20 per person
Braddah Hutts
Eat
evening

Braddah Hutts

BBQ ribs and live music in beach town.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Cafe O'Lei
Eat
afternoon

Cafe O'Lei

Fresh salads with Maui ingredients; open-air dining.

1h · $20-40 per person
Cafe O’Lei at the Mill House
Eat
afternoon

Cafe O’Lei at the Mill House

Restaurant set in lush plantation grounds with views of ponds and the West Maui Mountains, serving island-inspired dishes like fresh fish, salads, and sandwiches.

1h 15m · $20-35 per person
Casanova Italian Restaurant
Eat
afternoon

Casanova Italian Restaurant

Cozy Italian spot near the center of town with pizzas, pastas, and salads.

1h 15m · $20-35 per person
Castaway Café
Eat
morning

Castaway Café

Beachfront café near north Kāʻanapali with casual breakfast plates; sit outside for ocean views and coffee.

1h · $18-28 per person
Choice Health Bar
Eat
afternoon

Choice Health Bar

Acai bowls, wraps; healthy refuel.

45m · $20-30 per person

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