Location: Kihei
Top Things to do in Kihei
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Situated on Maui's western shore, Kihei has grown exponentially over the years and now offers an impressive selection of hotels and restaurants, catering to visitors who flock to dive, swim and sun themselves on Maui's fine white sand beaches. Home to the Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Kihei is an excellent place to spot the vast mammals. Head out on a boat charter, eco-tour, rafting trip or fairway, or rent a car and drive the coastline or to volcanoes Haleakala and Puu Kukui.
Restaurants in Kihei
1. Auntie Snorkel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 240 reviews
Aloha. I'm Mark. I'm the owner of Auntie Snorkel, the best little snorkel shop in all of Hawaii. I specialize in renting all the equipment you might need for your ocean adventures. I'll have you swimming with the turtles or paddle boarding in the crystal blue before you know it. I have premium snorkel equipment for rent. I also rent paddle boards, surfboards, bicycles, beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, skim boards, life jackets, full face snorkel masks, kids gear, and Go Pro underwater cameras to make sure all your adventures are captured and shared. I'll share instructions with you and your family on how to use the gear and the best places to use it at. You can pick up free hiking maps, snorkeling maps, island maps, and dining coupons. I also offer all of Maui's top activities. I can book your luau, snorkel boat, helicopter, or dinner cruise tickets for you. I offer all of Maui's activities and I usually have the best prices on the island.
2. Saint Theresa Roman Catholic Church
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5.0 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By X9459GDmichaeld - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, United States
We attended a Saturday evening mass..The parish members were very welcoming and the priest very warm and friendly.. We enjoyed the mass.
3. Trinity Episcopal Church by-the-Sea
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
4. The Awakening Church
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By shelidodson - Anchorage, United States
My boyfriend and I usually attend Awakening Church whenever we vacation in Maui, and this past ChristmasI was glad to be able too share my "vacation church" with my Aunt when she attended services with me just before Christmas. Pastor Stephen shares the gospel from the heart, with authenticity and without condemnation. I return each time and leave services with a lightened spirit and lifted heart. God Bless Pastor Stephen, his wife Amber, their family and the Awakening Congregation, who are always warm and welcoming!
5. Secret Cove Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By ptomomKansas
We just got married on this beach and it was the most perfect setting for us. It can be a little difficult to find but once you are there, it is gorgeous. Parking is also limited so go early. If you want to watch local kids jumping from the lava rocks, they love to come here. Beautiful place!
6. Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
Located in Kihei on the south shore of Maui, the visitor center is an ideal spot to learn about the marine environment and even see humpback whales breaching. This scenic beachfront location at the foot of Haleakala has views of Kaho'olawe, Lana'i and West Maui looking across the waters of the sanctuary. Visitors to the new center inKihei will be able to learn about the efforts by NOAA, the State of Hawaii, and others to protect humpback whales, monk seals, sea turtles, and coral reefs.
Reviewed By natquine - Horley, United Kingdom
Quick Geocache stop. But this place is so much more. Great information about humpback whales, sea turtles and seals. Excellent viewing platform to observe the ocean and creatures in their own environment. Stunning views and location. Staffed by incredibly knowledgeable volunteers.
7. Kamaole Beach Park 3
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,100 reviews
Reviewed By Swimfamily642 - Hillsdale, United States
A nice beach, plenty of parking, with a lifeguard station, outside shower, bathroom, swings, picnic tables and small changing area. Down below the beach is wide enough between the rock jetties to swim and boogie board on, and also plenty of space to sit and watch and relax. We only had one bad day where the orange flags were up due to bad wave angles. A nice beach in a nice shore town. The great thing about Kihei is it knows what kind of town it is and doesn't pretend to be Waikiki by any stretch, which is a good thing IMO.
8. Kamaole Beach Park II
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,031 reviews
Reviewed By MidnightButterflyIJC - Maui, United States
Catch yourself some to go picnic breakfast food from across the street at cafe la plague or Maui fish and chips and settle in for sunset on the grassy lawn just a hopping step from your street side parking at Kamaole Beach Park II. If you fancy observing or trying to follow along some Beachside yoga, this park may provide that occasional opportunity. When the afternoon beach winds subside, Bring your beach chairs onto the early evening moonlit beach and cozy up with your toes in the soft sand for some romance shared over refreshing Maui gelato while listening to the sound of the ocean’s rolling waves crashing just steps before you. This beach park offers 2 concrete picnic tables, ease of sand access, close proximity to your street parked car while you are on the beach, food just across the street, as well as space for both sand lovers and lawn lovers. Tip: buy food and use restrooms at the Dolphin plaza across the street since the restrooms for this park #2 are shared and located a slight bit further in the middle of the first two Kamaole beach parks .
9. Tutu's Pantry
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4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By chisakid - Atlanta, United States
The wife and I were waiting for a seat at one of the nearby restaurants and we thought this place looked intersting. As many samples as you want of the various products..although the concept is to buy something, it isn't necessary. Ellie Salazar was one of the most upbeat and friendly people I have ever met in my life. She is the kind of person you just want to go out and have a beer with upon first meeting her. Anyway we tried a bunch of stuff. Hot Sauces, coffee, honey, Macadamia Nuts, etc. We ended up with some local honey, Onion & Garlic Mac Nuts (OMG!!!) and some Lilikoi Spread
10. Yee's Orchard & Fruit Stand
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By D3185XCjohnh
Good: the best mangoes I have ever tasted. Bad: little expensive, bad parking. If you stay in Kihei or Wailea, you must go here to try their mango!
