The 10 Best Things to do in Lanai City, Hawaii (HI)

June 20, 2021 Etsuko Causey

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

443 7th St., Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763 +1 808-565-7122 [email protected] http://www.mikecarrollgallery.com
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5.0 based on 390 reviews

Mike Carroll Gallery

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!

2. Lanai Cat Sanctuary

1 Kaupili Road, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763 +1 808-215-9066 [email protected] http://www.lanaicatsanctuary.org
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5.0 based on 498 reviews

Lanai Cat Sanctuary

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.

3. Lanai Jeep Rentals

Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763 +1 808-280-7092 http://www.lanaijeeprental.net/
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5.0 based on 29 reviews

Lanai Jeep Rentals

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!

4. Munro Trail

Palawai Rd, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763 +1 888-403-1475 http://liveinhawaiinow.com/munro-trail/
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4.5 based on 63 reviews

Munro Trail

Reviewed By 7wonderstraveler - Hugo, United States

This hike is supposed to be 12.3 miles and by the time we were done it was 19 miles! The trail is by the cemetery behind Koele Lodge. The signs point to Koloiki Ridge Trail so we knew that was a branch off trail from the Munro. However, there were many different trails without signs! We had to hike the Koloiki Ridge since we were here so we did that and we were not disappointed. We now had to find the Munro Trail and we finally found it at 1:30. We saw a sign as we walked about 800 meters so we knew we were finally on it. It’s just a 4x4 road and now that I did the whole thing I would tell people it was very boring! There was a lot of cloud cover so we didn’t see much and the last 4 miles were very long and boring. I would suggest the Koloiki Ridge Trail. The Munro Trail is off limits to vehicles so that is the one nice thing about the trail. I wouldn’t want to hike and share the road with off road vehicles.

5. Lopa Beach

Off Keomoku Road, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Lopa Beach

6. Lanai Culture & Heritage Center

730 Lanai Ave., Room 126, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763 +1 808-565-7177 http://Lanaichc.org
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Lanai Culture & Heritage Center

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.

7. Dole Park

Lana'i Ave, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Dole Park

8. Manele Small Boat Harbor

Manele Harbor, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96736 +1 808-559-0723 http://maneleharbor.com/
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Manele Small Boat Harbor

Reviewed By 702billh - Traverse City, United States

Waiting in the covered pavillion with lots of seating sure beats standing in the sun on the Lahaina dock. There are restrooms and a general store but unfortunately it was closed due to the virus.

9. Shipwreck Beach

Kaiolohia Bay, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763
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4.0 based on 208 reviews

Shipwreck Beach

Reviewed By cookpias - Los Angeles, United States

This is quite a site, and you need 4 wheel drive for the last part of the drive. In any case, do not go out on the sand to avoid an expensive tow (we were warned this is one of the most common tow-out places on the island). If you poke around on the trail a little inland from the beach you can find some interesting petroglyphs.

10. Garden of the Gods

Lanai City, Lanai, HI +1 808-565-7227 https://www.gohawaii.com/islands/lanai/regions/north-lanai/Keahiakawelo
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4.0 based on 201 reviews

Garden of the Gods

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!

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