Must-see shopping in Hawaiʻi the Big Island

Once a mom-and-pop shop, this wildly successful confectioner is now a full-fledged destination. In an immaculate showroom-factory, enjoy generous samples,…

This inviting little shop wears many hats. Browse the handmade koa (Hawaiian timber) pieces, from extraordinary milo rocking chairs (got a spare $4000 to …

Keliʻi Wilson, the Hilo-born shopkeeper, is a true collector. Among his hand-picked gems, you might find a 1950s koa (Hawaiian timber) dresser, a vintage…

Featuring 16 or so vendors, live music and talks, this market is worth checking out. Everything is locally grown or made, including produce, honey, goat…

A wonderful stop worthy of a browse or splurge on items from their extraordinary collection of handcrafted koa (Hawaiian timber) pieces, from rocking…

A browser's paradise, this shop carries the gamut of Hawaii-themed books – history, botany, cooking, fiction and memoir, plus the expected maps and travel…

The Big Island's largest selection of used books, CDs and DVDs, including Hawaiiana titles, is piled floor to ceiling in this warehouse-sized bookstore.

Jeff Hunt is one of the island's best board shapers, and at his little hut you can buy one of his boards ($450 to $1000), talk surfing or accessorize your…

A serene, museum-like gallery featuring prominent artist-owner Hiroki Morinoue's watercolor, oil, woodblock and sculpture pieces, and the pottery of his…

If some of Honokaʻa aunties emptied their attics, basements and garages, the results would look like this hangar-size store. Weave through a mesmerizing…

Legendary in the hula community, kama‘aina (locally born and raised) artist Sig Zane designs unmistakable cotton fabrics, marked by rich colors and modern…

This open-air shopping center, about 2 miles south of 'downtown' Kailua-Kona, is a pleasant spot to while away an hour or so while perusing arts, crafts…

For 100% locally grown or made products, this tidy little market is all you need. Find seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, coffee, chocolate, dried fruit,…

Inside a historic post office, owner Sam Rosen displays beautifully handcrafted ukuleles made by himself and other island luthiers. He's happy to show you…

Friendly owner Brian Kiernan has a talent for restoring vintage ukuleles and guitars, and he's a wonderful resource whether you're a curious beginner or a…

The exquisitely crafted, museum-quality wood bowls made by the owner are mesmerizing en masse. They don't come cheap; many exhibits sell for four digits.

Independent bookstore with a strong Hawaiiana section, which hosts community events for kids and adults. It's near KTA Super Store.

When it comes to sweets, we love Donkey Balls – and we promise it's not just for the saucy name, but for the excellent quality and diverse varieties of…

This small farm stand packs a lot in, offering samples of locally produced coffee, honey and macadamia nuts (though the chocolate is by Guittard). Its…

Artist Rika Blue and her daughter, Hannah, handle the beautiful pottery at this artisan gallery, which curates work from over 60 Big Island artists. The…