Lahaina is located in the west side of Maui Hawaii, rich in history as well as beautiful coastline and mountain views. Experience oceanfront dining, surfing, first class shopping and strolling around front street, Lahaina has plenty to offer.
Best Things to Do in Lahaina ( Tourists Attractions )
1. Take a day trip to the island of Lana'i.
Take a ferry to the island of Lanai’i where there is no traffic lights, uncrowded beaches, and no big chain stores. Here you can you relax and enjoy a peaceful time. It takes approximately a 45 min ferry ride across the channel.
2. Relax at Kaanapali Beach
Beautiful White sand beach overlooking the islands of Lana’i and Moloka’i across the channel. Here you can lay and soak the sun.
3. Golf at Kapalua Bay
If you are a golfer, when visiting Maui you have to find tee time in Kapalua Bay. Here the PGA Tour is held annually where the top golfers in the world compete. Cook pines down the fairways looking directly across the ocean.
4. Whale watching or sunset sail
If you are on the west side of Maui anytime between November and March, you must take whale watching tour. Here the humpback whales migrate annually to the Hawaiian Islands.
5. Luau at Royal Lahaina Resort
If you want to experience a Luau show while visiting Maui. If your hotel is in Kaanapali or Kapalua, enjoy the Luau show and dinner at Royal Lahaina Resort. Here you will experience traditional luau show and Hawaiian food.
6. Maui Adventure Center
If you have teenagers or kids that need some sort adventure while in Hawaii. Take them to the Maui Adventure Center. They will be strapped up and climb up the tower made of ropes.
7. Visit the Lahaina Banyan Tree
Another favorite best things to do in Lahaina Maui is to see the Lahaina Banyan Tree Park. The tree is the largest banyan tree in the United States and it is over a century old. Its aerial root system is fascinating.
8. Visit Lahaina Historic Buildings and Museum
Lahaina was once the former capital of the state of Hawaii. Learn some history by visiting historic sites like the Courthouse, Old Lahaina Lighthouse, Baldwin Museum and the still working hotel , The Poineer Inn.
9. Learn to Surf
If you love the water and I would like to learn and try something new. Learn how to surf by getting a private surf lesson from the locals. Rates can range from $85 to $200 depending on the size of your party.
10. Shop at Lahaina Front Street
If surfing is not your style but would rather treat yourself. In Lahaina front street you will find all sorts of shops to take home with you where ever you came from. You will find art galleries, clothing stores, or jewelry stores that will capture your experience here on Maui. Something small or big to take home with you.
11. Maui Atlantis Submarine Adventure
If you are afraid of the water or not an expert swimmer. One way to see the ocean without actually getting wet is try Atlantic Submarine. Here you will be able to cruise under water and go to the nearest under water shipwreck where you will find all sorts of colorful reef fish.
12. Lahaina Maui Snorkeling
Of course, if riding a submarine is amateurish for you. Take a snorkel tour leaving Lahaina Harbor going to Lana’i, small island across Maui. A small island where the population is about 2,000 and beaches and dive feels like you are all alone.
13. Watch Sunset at Kaanapali Beach
Enjoy a spectacular sunset at Kaanapali beach overlooking the island of Lana’i and Molokai. Sip a glass of wine, relax and wind down while watching a beautiful sunset.
14. Dine at Lahaina Front Street
Experience oceanfront dining at Lahaina Front Street offering fresh ingredients featuring local delicacies.