Location: Lanai City
Top Things to do in Lanai City
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Lanai City is a census-designated place (CDP) on the island of Lanai, in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. The population was 3,102 at the 2010 census. Lanai City is the island's commercial center. Many of the island's restaurants and shops are in the town square that surrounds Dole Park, and the only hospital on the island, Lanai Community Hospital, is located near the park.
Restaurants in Lanai City
1. Manele Golf Course
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 227 reviews
This 18-hole, par-72 course over 7,039 yards runs on red lava fields along a scenic coastline, offering stimulating challenges like drives over cliff, deep gorges and ravines with flags very close to the cliff's edge.
Reviewed By philgleason1 - Charlotte, United States
I played the course several times. The ocean views are spectacular on so many of the holes. The number 12 is is breathtaking and I could have stayed there, forever. Perfect greens, fairways and tee boxes - the landscaping is a 10. The starters were so helpful, and the driving range was exceptional with Pro V1 practice balls. The cart had GPS and digital score cards. I can hardly wait to return and play it again and again.
2. Mike Carroll Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 390 reviews
You'll find the Mike Carroll Gallery nestled among the towering Cook Pines of Dole Park in historic Lana'i City. Featuring original paintings by Mike and his fellow award-winning guest artists, fine art photography, handcrafted jewelry, bowls turned from local woods, and a surprising collection of Asian antiques. See why we've been called "One of Hawaii's most beautiful galleries!" Open 7 days a week (Mon-Sun 10Am-6PM)
Reviewed By DPL123456
If you're traveling to Lanai, your island adventure won't be complete without a visit to Mike Carroll's Gallery in Lanai City. Mike's a highly trained, accomplished artist who captures the heart of the islands in his work, and he and his wife Kat are two of our favorite people ...warm, talented, inspirational. The Gallery has original art, as well as prints and other beautiful items at all price points, so a perfect spot to bring home a piece of the islands. And be sure to ask Kat about the Lanai Cat Sanctuary she founded!
3. Lanai Cycles
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
3-hr Guided Downhill Tour With only 30 miles of paved roads and no stop lights, the Island of Lana'i is ideal to explore on 2 wheels. Join us for a guided downhill adventure covering all of the paved roads on the private island. Transportation to/from the airport, Four Seasons, or Manele Bay harbor included.
4. Trilogy Lana'i
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 171 reviews
We provide ocean activities with island hospitality for people staying on the island of Lana'i. If you are looking to visit Lana'i for the day from Maui please go to our sister company Trilogy Excursions. Lana'i offers world famous SCUBA diving and snorkeling with consistent 100+ ft visibility, underwater lava tubes to explore and an amazing dramatic sea cliff coastline scattered with old Hawaiian burial caves and homestead platforms (all visible from the boat). We offer a 2-tank boat dive which regularly visits 1st Cathedrals dive site, which is just 5 minutes outside of the Harbor. We only take out small groups and keep a 6:1 passenger to Dive Master ratio. We also offer snorkel trips, sunset sails and mammal searches (exploring the coastline looking for spinner dolphins and depending on the time of year humpback whales). We also offer SNUBA and Discover SCUBA diving off Hulopo'e beach week days only.
5. Lanai Cat Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 498 reviews
Longing for the cat you left at home? Don't miss Lanai`s open-air sanctuary, a happy haven for spayed and neutered cats. Imagine a large playground in paradise, where over 600 cats romp and play in Hawaii's sunshine, and snooze under shady trees. Purring cats of all shapes and sizes eagerly await your visit. Our caregivers, who joyfully care for the cats, would love to meet you too. If you're interested in adopting a cat, we love matchmaking!
Reviewed By RMaxwellSAU
The Lana’i Cat Sanctuary is a wonderful place to visit on Lana’i. There are over 600 cats that have been rescued around the island and brought to the sanctuary to live. They spay and neuter the animals to help control the population and the sanctuary keeps the cat safe as well as protects endangered birds on the island. They fly in a veterinarian twice a month so the cats are well cared for and their medical needs are met. If you are an animal lover and especially enjoy cats, this is the perfect place to spend a few hours. Bring a box of treats with you and find a seat among the many options available and soon you’ll be surrounded.
6. Lanai Jeep Rentals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By DalTexN
We wanted to take a day trip from Maui to Lanai so we arranged our jeep rental first with John, then bought the ferry tickets. John picked us up at the dock and drove us up to Lanai City to do the paperwork. He told us where to go, how to get there - also told us where not to go and provided a map. It was spot on! We had a great day exploring Lanai - Shipwreck Beach, Garden of the Gods, the abandoned Ka Lanakila O Ka Malamalama Church in Keomoku. We picked up souvenir t-shirts and hats from Local Gentry and grabbed lunch and drinks from Richard’s Market. Would definitely recommend a trip to Lanai and get your jeep from John!
7. Lost on Lanai
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Lost on Lana‘i is a licensed activity desk offering a "one stop" online shop for planning and booking your activities on the Hawaiian Island of Lana‘i. Representatives of Lost on Lana‘i will greet you on arrival to assist with your transfers, tours and answer any questions.
8. Lanai Culture & Heritage Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
The Lana'i Culture & Heritage Center seeks to inspire people to be informed, thoughtful and active stewards of their heritage by preserving, interpreting and celebrating Lana'i's Hawaiian heritage, it's diverse cultures, and ranching and plantation era histories. "E Ho'ohanohano 'ana i ka wa ma mua, a e Ho'olako 'ana i ka mua aku!" Honoring the Past, and Enriching the Future!
Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States
We spent quite a bit of time at this small museum in Lanai City during our day trip to Lanai. The exhibits are superbly maintained and displayed. We come away with great appreciation of Lanai culture, heritage and history. The two-hull sailboat model is exceptional. The little garden in front of the museum is well worth exploring in detail.
9. Koloiki Ridge Hike
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By 7wonderstraveler - Hugo, United States
My friend and I did this hike and totally love the breathtaking view at the end of this hike. One can see Molokai and Maui. The hike is not hard or long as it is on a 4x4 road. I highly suggest doing this 5 mile round trip hike.
10. Garden of the Gods
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 201 reviews
Garden of the Gods can be found driving off paved roads past the Stables and a Preserve. It is surrounded by Rock formations caused by years of erosion.
Reviewed By Tenringer - Alhambra, United States
Go to Lanai. Rent a Jeep 4or. Go to the Garden of the Gods. The juxtaposition of the red soil and the amazing rock formations are stunning! Well worth the bumps of the 4x4 road to get there!
