Must-see shopping in Maui

  • Indigo

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Step into this inviting boutique for a shopping trip through Central and Southwest Asia. The gorgeous handcrafted rugs, one-of-a-kind furnishings and…

  • Mana Foods

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Dreadlocked, Birkenstocked or just needing to stock up – everyone rubs shoulders at Mana, a friendly health-food store, bakery and deli rolled into one…

  • Old Puʻunene Bookstore

    ʻIao Valley & Central Maui

    This shack in the middle of a tiny village has been a used-book store since 1913. It’s musty, unique and seriously good value. The selection is wide and…

  • Lahaina Arts Society

    Lahaina

    Representing more than 55 island artists, this nonprofit collective runs two galleries in the Old Lahaina Courthouse. The Banyan Tree Gallery is on the…

  • Maui Swap Meet

    Kahului

    Don’t be misled by 'swap meet.’ This outdoor market is neither garage sale nor farmers market but an arts-and-crafts show of the highest order. Scores of…

  • Maui Crafts Guild

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Perched on the corner of the Hana Hwy and Baldwin Ave, this longstanding artists' co-op sells everything from pottery and jewelry to hand-painted silks…

  • Wertheim Contemporary

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Showcases the extraordinary art of Andreas Nottebohm, who etches flat sheets of aluminum to create an illusion of depth. You won't believe your eyes. Also…

  • Maui Hands

    Lahaina

    Excellent selection of island-made crafts from 300 local artists, jewelers and craftspeople. One of four locations on the island.

  • Down to Earth

    Kahului

    Open since the '70s, Down to Earth was one of Hawaii's pioneers of organic and vegetarian produce. It feels like an independent Whole Foods, with plenty…

  • Cut Market

    ʻIao Valley & Central Maui

    Pre-loved-clothing boutique, for hip, eco-conscious, upcycled one-of-a-kind creations made in-house. Sometimes has live music for Wailuku First Friday…

  • Hana Farms

    Hana & East Maui

    This small 7-acre farm grows a large variety of tropical fruits, flowers and spices, and transforms them into interesting products. Its well-done roadside…

  • Kula Country Farms

    North Shore & Upcountry

    If you're driving past this large produce stand in October with the kids, you will have to pull over for the happenin' pumpkin patch. Resistance is futile…

  • Antique Freak

    ʻIao Valley & Central Maui

    Aladdin's cave of curios and collector's items in various rooms around a converted house. Items are displayed in cabinets, stacked and hanging everywhere…

  • Ole Surfboards

    Lahaina

    Bob 'Ole' Olson has come far from South Dakota, where he was born in 1929. One of the world's foremost surfboard shapers still plies his trade in an…

  • Kula Marketplace

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Need a gift for the housesitter back home? This rustic but stylish market perched on the side of the volcano acts as a clearinghouse for island vendors,…

  • Da Kine

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Founded in Hawaii, this top global adventure brand started in Haʻiku some 40 years ago. The bags are still some of the toughest-wearing gear you can buy –…

  • Peter Lik Gallery

    Lahaina

    Vibrant colors, stunning landscapes – nature is king in the stylish lair of Australian photographer Peter Lik (who has galleries worldwide).

  • Sea La Vie & Sip Me

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Top independent gift shop serving tasty brews from Sip Me coffee (from $2.45) and clever handcrafted gifts – like a surfboard incense stand, wooden…

  • Yee’s Orchard

    Kihei

    For out-of-this-world mangoes from May through summer, pull over at this 60-year-old fruit stand just north of Longs Drug. Also sells pineapples, bananas…

  • Sand People

    Kihei & South Maui

    For breezy and beach-inspired home decor, art and books, pop into this inviting shop on the upper level of the mall.

  • Martin & MacArthur

    Kihei & South Maui

    Museum-quality Hawaiian-made koa (Hawaiian timber tree) woodwork and accessories.

  • Native Intelligence

    ʻIao Valley & Central Maui

    Superb gift stop for hula instruments, koa bowls and fine handcrafted items.

  • Whalers Village

    West Maui

    This center is home to more than 70 shops and restaurants.

  • ABC Store

    West Maui

    Stop here for sunblock and great beach totes.

  • Ukeleles at Bounty Music, Kahului, Central Maui.

    Bounty Music

    Kahului

    Hawaiian music lovers should step inside for all sorts of ukuleles, from inexpensive imported models to handcrafted masterpieces. Rentals, too. And if you…

  • HI, i like you

    Lahaina

    The double meaning of this shop's name (HI = Hawaii) is a fun introduction to its range of T-shirts and hats, which sport hip and upbeat slogans as well…

  • Karen Lei's Gallery

    West Maui

    Near the mid-point of the Kahekili Hwy, this wonderful gallery sells works by more than 100 island artists, with watercolors, jewelry, native-fiber…

  • Makai Glass

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Walk up to the 2nd-floor viewing area of this spacious gallery, inside a large Quonset hut, to watch glassblowers at work in the studio below. How they…

  • Shops at Wailea

    Kihei & South Maui

    This outdoor mall has dozens of restaurants, galleries and stores, with many shops flashing designer labels such as Louis Vuitton and Gucci, but there are…

  • Village Gifts & Fine Arts

    Lahaina

    This one-room shop in the historic Masters’ Reading Room sells prints, wooden bowls and other crafts.

  • Kihei Kalama Village

    Kihei

    More than 40 shops, stalls and restaurants are clustered at this central shopping arcade. For fashionable women’s island-wear, pop into Mahina (www…

  • Lahaina Printsellers

    Lahaina

    Hawaii’s largest purveyor of antique maps, including fascinating originals dating back to the voyages of Captain Cook. It also sells affordable…

  • Queen Kaʻahumanu Center

    Kahului

    Come here for your standard-issue mall stores, several swimwear shops and cellphone carriers. Stop by the 1st floor for a small farmers market on Tuesday,…

  • Kaupo Store

    Hana & East Maui

    Selling snacks and drinks, this cash-only store is off the grid. Don't rely on its being open when you drive past, as it's often closed. If it's open,…

  • Simmer

    North Shore & Upcountry

    Started in the early '80s by Malte Simmer and his seamstress partner Cindy Allen, Simmer built durable windsurfing sails that would withstand Maui's…

  • Hana Coast Gallery

    Hana & East Maui

    Even if you’re not shopping, visit this excellent gallery at the northern side of Travaasa Hana resort to browse the museum's well-curated wooden bowls,…

  • Wings Hawaii

    North Shore & Upcountry

    For truly unique clothing and jewelry – they call it beach boho chic – stop by this small shop that sells locally designed womenswear. The hip, minimalist…