Maui, HIMai tais, whales, and sunrises above the clouds.Updated 2026-03-09Must Go (5)Activities (4)Bars (2)Breweries (1)Coffee (1)Golf (1)Restaurants (8)Must Go Spots(5)Haleakalā CraterMust GoActivitiesYou have to get up real early to catch the sunrise from the top of Haleakalā. 100% worth the effort—one of the best things I've ever done.Haleakalā National Park, Maui, HI 96768hawaiipacificparks.orgMama's Fish HouseMust GoRestaurantsTough to get a reservation, but so worth it. You can call day-of and try to snag a cancellation spot. My friend saw Owen Wilson here, if you're into that sort of thing. Great food, turtles, a small beach, and an easy excuse to spend a lot of your dollars.799 Poho Pl, Paia, HI 96779mamasfishhouse.com@mamasfishhouseMerriman's / Monkeypod KitchenMust GoRestaurantsLilikoi foam mai tais are an absolute must for any trip to Maui. Target a happy hour—food is great too, but let's be honest, we're really here for the mai tais. Two locations: Merriman's up north has amazing ocean views (we saw tons of whales from the bar), but I prefer the Monkeypod location down south.Merriman's (Kapalua): 1 Bay Club Pl, Lahaina, HI 96761Monkeypod Kitchen (Wailea): 10 Wailea Gateway Pl B-201, Kihei, HI 96753merrimanshawaii.com@merrimansmauiPaia Fish MarketMust GoRestaurantsGreat food with a laid-back vibe. The line gets long but moves quick. Two locations—I prefer the one in Paia.Paia: 100 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779Kihei: 1913 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753paiafishmarket.com@paiafishmarketUltimate Whale Watch & SnorkelMust GoActivitiesOne of our favorite experiences on Maui. We ended up staying out an extra hour—the staff went above and beyond. We got incredibly close to so many whales.1229 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761ultimatewhalewatch.com@ultimate_whalewatch_n_snorkelAll PlacesBelle Surf Cafe & LoungeBarsCute little bar and cafe tucked down an alley in Paia. Worth a stop to cool your heels with a light bite and some live music.115 D, 115 Hana Hwy D, Paia, HI 96779bellesurfcafelounge.com@bellesurfcafeDuke's Beach House MauiRestaurantsGreat view—you can walk out on the pier after a few drinks. Good vibes with live music and solid drinks. We whipped in for happy hour.130 Kai Malina Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761dukesmaui.com@dukesmauiHaleakalā CraterMust GoActivitiesYou have to get up real early to catch the sunrise from the top of Haleakalā. 100% worth the effort—one of the best things I've ever done.Haleakalā National Park, Maui, HI 96768hawaiipacificparks.orgHali'imaile General StoreRestaurantsQuaint little stop for a bite and a mai tai.900 Haliimaile Rd, Haliimaile, HI 96768hgsmaui.com@hgsmauiKihei CaffeRestaurantsStandard breakfast spot with great food and simple cocktails.1945 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753kiheicaffe.net@kiheicaffeLahaina Banyan TreeActivitiesWeird old tree. Worth a stop if you're in the area.Lahaina Banyan Court Park, Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761co.maui.hi.usLava Java Coffee Roasters of MauiCoffeeGreat coffee on the island.1941 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753lavajavamaui.com@lavajavacoffeemauiLeoda's Kitchen and Pie ShopRestaurantsUnpretentious little stop for a lunch bite and a mai tai. The desserts are great.820 Olowalu Village Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761leodas.comMaluaka BeachActivities5400 Makena Alanui, Kihei, HI 96753Mama's Fish HouseMust GoRestaurantsTough to get a reservation, but so worth it. You can call day-of and try to snag a cancellation spot. My friend saw Owen Wilson here, if you're into that sort of thing. Great food, turtles, a small beach, and an easy excuse to spend a lot of your dollars.799 Poho Pl, Paia, HI 96779mamasfishhouse.com@mamasfishhouseMaui Brewing Co.BreweriesTwo locations on the island, but we prefer the much more relaxed vibes in Kihei. Great outdoor space, decent pizza, and 'back home' brewery feel.605 Lipoa Pkwy, Kihei, HI 96753mbcrestaurants.com@mauibrewingcoMerriman's / Monkeypod KitchenMust GoRestaurantsLilikoi foam mai tais are an absolute must for any trip to Maui. Target a happy hour—food is great too, but let's be honest, we're really here for the mai tais. Two locations: Merriman's up north has amazing ocean views (we saw tons of whales from the bar), but I prefer the Monkeypod location down south.Merriman's (Kapalua): 1 Bay Club Pl, Lahaina, HI 96761Monkeypod Kitchen (Wailea): 10 Wailea Gateway Pl B-201, Kihei, HI 96753merrimanshawaii.com@merrimansmauiOhana's Island Bistro & MusicBarsGreat happy hour with cheap mai tais and laid-back vibes.1945 S Kihei Rd C & D, Kihei, HI 96753ohanasmaui.com@ohanasmauiPaia Fish MarketMust GoRestaurantsGreat food with a laid-back vibe. The line gets long but moves quick. Two locations—I prefer the one in Paia.Paia: 100 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779Kihei: 1913 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753paiafishmarket.com@paiafishmarketSea House RestaurantRestaurantsWalk out to the beach, cheap happy hour, great view of the beachgoers from the nearby hotels.5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761napilikai.com@napili_kaiThe King Kamehameha Golf ClubGolfThe Frank Lloyd Wright clubhouse is cool to walk around, and the course was one of my favorites on the island.2500 HI-30, Wailuku, HI 96793kamehamehagolf.comUltimate Whale Watch & SnorkelMust GoActivitiesOne of our favorite experiences on Maui. We ended up staying out an extra hour—the staff went above and beyond. We got incredibly close to so many whales.1229 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761ultimatewhalewatch.com@ultimate_whalewatch_n_snorkel
Haleakalā CraterMust GoActivitiesYou have to get up real early to catch the sunrise from the top of Haleakalā. 100% worth the effort—one of the best things I've ever done.Haleakalā National Park, Maui, HI 96768hawaiipacificparks.org
Mama's Fish HouseMust GoRestaurantsTough to get a reservation, but so worth it. You can call day-of and try to snag a cancellation spot. My friend saw Owen Wilson here, if you're into that sort of thing. Great food, turtles, a small beach, and an easy excuse to spend a lot of your dollars.799 Poho Pl, Paia, HI 96779mamasfishhouse.com@mamasfishhouse
Merriman's / Monkeypod KitchenMust GoRestaurantsLilikoi foam mai tais are an absolute must for any trip to Maui. Target a happy hour—food is great too, but let's be honest, we're really here for the mai tais. Two locations: Merriman's up north has amazing ocean views (we saw tons of whales from the bar), but I prefer the Monkeypod location down south.Merriman's (Kapalua): 1 Bay Club Pl, Lahaina, HI 96761Monkeypod Kitchen (Wailea): 10 Wailea Gateway Pl B-201, Kihei, HI 96753merrimanshawaii.com@merrimansmaui
Paia Fish MarketMust GoRestaurantsGreat food with a laid-back vibe. The line gets long but moves quick. Two locations—I prefer the one in Paia.Paia: 100 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779Kihei: 1913 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753paiafishmarket.com@paiafishmarket
Ultimate Whale Watch & SnorkelMust GoActivitiesOne of our favorite experiences on Maui. We ended up staying out an extra hour—the staff went above and beyond. We got incredibly close to so many whales.1229 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761ultimatewhalewatch.com@ultimate_whalewatch_n_snorkel
Belle Surf Cafe & LoungeBarsCute little bar and cafe tucked down an alley in Paia. Worth a stop to cool your heels with a light bite and some live music.115 D, 115 Hana Hwy D, Paia, HI 96779bellesurfcafelounge.com@bellesurfcafe
Duke's Beach House MauiRestaurantsGreat view—you can walk out on the pier after a few drinks. Good vibes with live music and solid drinks. We whipped in for happy hour.130 Kai Malina Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761dukesmaui.com@dukesmaui
Haleakalā CraterMust GoActivitiesYou have to get up real early to catch the sunrise from the top of Haleakalā. 100% worth the effort—one of the best things I've ever done.Haleakalā National Park, Maui, HI 96768hawaiipacificparks.org
Hali'imaile General StoreRestaurantsQuaint little stop for a bite and a mai tai.900 Haliimaile Rd, Haliimaile, HI 96768hgsmaui.com@hgsmaui
Kihei CaffeRestaurantsStandard breakfast spot with great food and simple cocktails.1945 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753kiheicaffe.net@kiheicaffe
Lahaina Banyan TreeActivitiesWeird old tree. Worth a stop if you're in the area.Lahaina Banyan Court Park, Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761co.maui.hi.us
Lava Java Coffee Roasters of MauiCoffeeGreat coffee on the island.1941 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753lavajavamaui.com@lavajavacoffeemaui
Leoda's Kitchen and Pie ShopRestaurantsUnpretentious little stop for a lunch bite and a mai tai. The desserts are great.820 Olowalu Village Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761leodas.com
Mama's Fish HouseMust GoRestaurantsTough to get a reservation, but so worth it. You can call day-of and try to snag a cancellation spot. My friend saw Owen Wilson here, if you're into that sort of thing. Great food, turtles, a small beach, and an easy excuse to spend a lot of your dollars.799 Poho Pl, Paia, HI 96779mamasfishhouse.com@mamasfishhouse
Maui Brewing Co.BreweriesTwo locations on the island, but we prefer the much more relaxed vibes in Kihei. Great outdoor space, decent pizza, and 'back home' brewery feel.605 Lipoa Pkwy, Kihei, HI 96753mbcrestaurants.com@mauibrewingco
Merriman's / Monkeypod KitchenMust GoRestaurantsLilikoi foam mai tais are an absolute must for any trip to Maui. Target a happy hour—food is great too, but let's be honest, we're really here for the mai tais. Two locations: Merriman's up north has amazing ocean views (we saw tons of whales from the bar), but I prefer the Monkeypod location down south.Merriman's (Kapalua): 1 Bay Club Pl, Lahaina, HI 96761Monkeypod Kitchen (Wailea): 10 Wailea Gateway Pl B-201, Kihei, HI 96753merrimanshawaii.com@merrimansmaui
Ohana's Island Bistro & MusicBarsGreat happy hour with cheap mai tais and laid-back vibes.1945 S Kihei Rd C & D, Kihei, HI 96753ohanasmaui.com@ohanasmaui
Paia Fish MarketMust GoRestaurantsGreat food with a laid-back vibe. The line gets long but moves quick. Two locations—I prefer the one in Paia.Paia: 100 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779Kihei: 1913 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753paiafishmarket.com@paiafishmarket
Sea House RestaurantRestaurantsWalk out to the beach, cheap happy hour, great view of the beachgoers from the nearby hotels.5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761napilikai.com@napili_kai
The King Kamehameha Golf ClubGolfThe Frank Lloyd Wright clubhouse is cool to walk around, and the course was one of my favorites on the island.2500 HI-30, Wailuku, HI 96793kamehamehagolf.com
Ultimate Whale Watch & SnorkelMust GoActivitiesOne of our favorite experiences on Maui. We ended up staying out an extra hour—the staff went above and beyond. We got incredibly close to so many whales.1229 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761ultimatewhalewatch.com@ultimate_whalewatch_n_snorkel
