
Old Town Lahaina is essentially a giant outdoor museum. Take a walking tour of the more than 50 historical landmarks nearby. You’ll pass by palace ruins, an “Old Prison,” and 19th century homes.
Lahaina is Maui’s big town with a big legacy. It was the center of the Kingdom of Hawaii and the whaling capital of the world.
Today, Lahaina is considered by many to be the center of Maui because of its walkable attractions and amenities. In a short distance, you can walk through historical landmarks and shops that are among the best in Hawaii. Even humpback whales love to visit now that they are protected.
Old Town Lahaina is essentially a giant outdoor museum. Take a walking tour of the more than 50 historical landmarks nearby. You’ll pass by palace ruins, an “Old Prison,” and 19th century homes.
Lahaina Harbor is your portal to an exciting adventure. The humpback whales swim by in the winter, and you can partake in many whale watching tours and trips that depart from its shores.
Just four miles north of Lahaina lies Kaanapali Beach. It’s a world class beach with white sand and calmer waters that make it a great destination for families.
The best way to tour Lahaina is actually on foot. Park your car and let your feet take you to your destination.
The huge West Maui mountains have beautiful valleys visible from the historic district of Lahaina. The valleys are the backdrop for "the 5 o'clock rainbow" that happens almost every day.
Lahaina is a top shopping destination on Maui for good reasons. Shop for designer clothing, locally made fine art and jewelry, and specialty goods in the shops on Front Street and in Old Town Lahaina.
Some of the best food on Maui is in Lahaina. Stop by Lahainaluna Cafe for mahi mahi tacos and crab fries on your shopping trip, or Hapa Ramen from Star Noodle on your way back from a day trip to Lanai. There are a lot of options, and you’ll probably want to taste everything.
From November to April, you can spot the humpback whales that swim by each winter. Take a boat from Lahaina Harbor to see the gentle giants of the sea.
Hawaii changed a lot in the 19th century. Many of those changes started in Lahaina. On a walking tour of Old Town Lahaina, you’ll learn what life was like during this transitional time. Stop by the Baldwin Home Museum to learn about some of the changes that were brought to Hawaii by Christian missionaries.