60 Best Shopping in Maui, Hawaii

Lahaina Gateway

Besides an eclectic mix of eateries, this plaza includes stores that sell surf gear and beach-chic apparel. Also found here is Foodland Farms, a local grocery store with excellent Maui-grown, organic, and fine-foods sections.

LIK Fine Art Lahaina

Fine art photographer Peter Lik is known all over the world. It's easy to understand why when you see his exquisite and hyper-real pictures of vast Maui landscapes displayed in this Lahaina gallery.

Mahina

At this boutique you can snap up the latest styles without breaking the bank. A friendly staff, easy-breezy dresses, resort-perfect rompers, and loads of accessories await the smart shopper. There are branches in Kihei, The Shops at Wailea, Whalers Village, Lahaina Gateway Center, and Paia.

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Martin Lawrence Galleries

In business since 1975, Martin Lawrence displays and sells the works of such world-renowned artists as Picasso, Erté, and Chagall in a bright and friendly gallery. There are also modern and pop art pieces by Keith Haring, Andy Warhol, and Japanese creative icon Takashi Murakami.

Maui Coffee Roasters

It's the best stop in Kahului for 100% Kona, Kau, and Maui coffee from the best coffee farms in Hawaii. This café and roasting house is near Kahului Airport. Sales associates are very helpful and friendly, and they will ship items. You can get a free cup of joe in a signature to-go cup when you buy a pound of coffee. Order online or call in your food or drink order and the barista will meet you at the door or bring it to your car!

444 Hana Hwy., Kahului, Hawaii, 96732, USA
808-877–2877
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Maui Divers Jewelry

This company has been crafting pearls, coral, and traditional gemstones into jewelry for more than 60 years. There are branches at Whalers Village in Kaapanali, inside Pioneer Inn in Lahaina, and at the Kahului Airport.

Maui Gift and Craft Fair

An eclectic mix of vendors and artists set up shop at this outdoor market on Sundays, offering fine art, jewelry, and clothing with an island vibe.

Maui Mall

Conveniently located five minutes from the airport and across from Kahului Harbor, and anchored by Longs Drugs and Whole Foods, the Maui Mall is a haven for locals and travelers alike. There are several casual eateries ranging from fast food, national chains, and local eateries to sushi. Local favorite Tasaka Guri Guri Shop is also here—it's been around for more than a hundred years, selling a Japanese-style sherbet confection called guri guri. The mall also has a whimsically designed 12-screen megaplex.

Maui Master Jewelers

The shop's exterior is as rustic as all the old buildings of Makawao and belies the elegance of the handcrafted jewelry displayed by more than 30 fine art jewelers. Each artist is unique, and expresses their designs using gold, silver, and platinum with colored gemstones, diamonds, and pearls.

Maui Swap Meet

Crafts, T-shirts, fresh produce, flowers, souvenirs that range from authentic to average make this enormous flea market—operating since 1981—the Island's biggest bargain. Maui-made food product vendors and freshly cracked coconuts can be found next to the food trucks serving fresh, affordable, authentic local food.

Minit Stop Kahului

This convenience store/gas station is a Maui staple, the first stop before a day at the beach or road trip. In addition to convenience items and Hawaiian-made snacks, it boasts some of the best fast food on the Island featuring local-style plate lunches, deli items, and their famous fried chicken and potato wedges. There are eight locations across Maui.

Moonbow Tropics

If you're looking for an aloha shirt that won't look out of place outside of Hawaii, make a stop at this store, which sells nicely designed pieces by a variety of designers, as well as chic, stylish fashions, with some jewelry and accessories. If you can't make it to the North Shore, there are branches in Lahaina and Wailea.

Nahiku Marketplace

Six miles before you reach Hana, the biggest collection of activity that you'll see along the highway can be found at mile marker 29. Here visitors can grab a cup of coffee at the café, snag a plate from a variety of cuisines, shop for a few bags of coconut candy to take home, and peruse the small gift shop with trinkets, jewelry, and more. There are also portable restrooms and a couple of cute "I survived the Road to Hana" cutouts for a quick family pic.

Nuage Bleu

This boutique has been around for more than 30 years and is as popular as ever. Navigate the collections of top brands such as Frame, Spell, and Rhythm, or browse the shop's Nuage Bleu line for handmade leather bags and women's attire. The keiki (kids) section includes designer organic clothing, huggable stuffies, and a fantastic selection of books.

Pauwela Cannery Center

The industrial-looking building that housed a pineapple cannery from the 1920s until 1961 is now home to over 40 local merchants that include art studios, health and beauty services, restaurants, tour operators, and more.

Pink By Nature

In 2004, Desiree Martinez established Pink By Nature in Makawao. She keeps her rustic store stocked with beautiful local jewelry and feminine pieces from brands such as Indah, Bella Dahl, and Novella Royale. Versatile plaid shirts from Rails are popular, along with stylish menswear and home decor.

3663 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, Hawaii, 96768, USA
808-572–9576

Pu'unene Shopping Center

This newer shopping center is near Kahului Airport. It is anchored by a Target store that includes a supermarket, making it convenient to purchase necessities and groceries after landing on Maui. Other retailers include Planet Fitness, Ulta, Maui Tacos, Petco, Starbucks, and the popular farm-to-table takeout joint Fork & Salad.

100 Hookele St., Kahului, Hawaii, 96732, USA

Pukalani Superette

Stop at this family-owned store on your way up or down Haleakala for fresh Maui-grown produce and meat, flowers, and a variety of made-in-Maui products.

Queen Kaahumanu Center

Maui's largest shopping center has more than 100 stores and restaurants, a movie theater, and a food court. The mall's attractive rooftop is easily spotted, composed of a series of manta ray-like umbrella shades. Stop at Camellia Seeds for what locals call "crack seed," a snack made from dried fruits, or swing by 180 Boardshop for Hawaii-based streetwear like 808 All Day or In4mation. For surf-inspired gear, stop by The Foam Company and Shapers. Other stops include Macy's, PacSun, Bath & Body Works, and American Eagle Outfitters. Beyond retail therapy, the mall also hosts a creative lineup of events throughout the month, including a farmers' market, live music, and car shows.

Rainbow Mall

Condo guests can do some one-stop shopping at this mall—it offers salon treatments, Hawaiian gifts, local art, plate lunches, snorkel rental, and a liquor store.

Safeway

Located a minute from Kahului Airport, this gigantic 24-hour supermarket has all the essentials, and then some. The deli, prepared foods, and seafood sections, and bakery are all fantastic. There's a good wine selection, tons of produce, and a flower shop where you can treat yourself to a fresh lei.

1090 Hookele St., Kahului, Hawaii, 96732, USA
808-359–2970

Safeway

Find everything you could possibly need at this 24-hour supermarket, located in the Piilani Village Shopping Center. There's also a deli, prepared-foods and seafood section, and bakery.

Sandell Artworks

Cheeky celebrity portraits, trippy cartoons, and whimsical Maui scenes line the walls of this art gallery and studio run by the equally eclectic namesake artist. Sandell's affordable art comes in various sizes, and some designs are printed on T-shirts.

The Shops at Wailea

Stylish, upscale, and close to most of the resorts, this mall brings high fashion to Wailea. Luxury boutiques such as Gucci, Cos Bar, and Tiffany & Co. are represented, as are less expensive chains like Billabong, Lululemon, and Tommy Bahama. Daily events include lei making, ukulele lessons, hula performances, and more. Dining options include elevated pub food at Pint & Cork, along with the hip and trendy Lineage. Island Gourmet Markets offers everything from grocery essentials to locally made food products, plus a wide selection of takeaway food options.

The Wailea Village

This new open-air shopping center is mere steps from the area's more established mall, The Shops at Wailea, making it a convenient stop for anyone already in the neighborhood. Retailers include home-decor favorite Hue, Bikini Market, and a pair of art galleries, among others. Akamai Coffee will put some pep in your step, Manoli's Pizza is a great spot to grab a pie and a cocktail, while Wailea Urgent Care is open from 8 am to 8 pm daily, and accepts walk-in patients. The shopping center offers the Sunset Market featuring outdoor vendors, music, and other fun every first and third Thursday evening.

Times Supermarket

This locally owned and -operated grocery store chain is a community staple on Maui, with an outstanding seafood counter, locally made products, bakery, and a full grocery selection.

Viewpoints Gallery

This friendly gallery is co-owned by local artists and offers eclectic paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, and glass, along with locally made jewelry and quilts that celebrate Hawaii. Located in a cozy courtyard, the gallery's free monthly exhibits feature artists from various disciplines.

Village Galleries Maui

The oldest art gallery in the state, this gallery houses the landscape paintings of popular local artists Betty Hay Freeland, George Allan, Joseph Fletcher, Pamela Andelin, Fred KenKnight, and Macario Pascual.

Wailea Gateway Center

Located at the top of tony Wailea, this center is comprised of commercial offices and a handful of fantastic dining options. Although lunch at chef Peter Merriman's Monkeypod is reason enough to venture here, you might also be enticed by eateries including Pita Paradise, Sprout Vegan Cafe, and the Market Maui.

34 Wailea Gateway Pl., Wailea, Hawaii, 96753, USA

Whole Foods Market

This busy supermarket carries local organic produce, and the seafood, bakery, beer and wine, and meat offerings are exceptional. The pricey prepared foods—including pizza, sushi, a salad bar, Asian bowls, and Mexican fare—attract crowds.