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On the Island
Foodland Farms
There are so many "Foodlands" around the island, that act as one of our main grocery stores and quick-stops for snacks and food to-go.
Ani's Bake Shop
A hole in the wall bakery with some of our favorite sweet bread treats and pastries.
Liliha Bakery
Head to the edge of town if you're looking for a big breakfast while somehow also saving some room for their famous Coco Puffs.
Leonard's Bakery
One word: MALASADAS
Elena's Restaurant
If you haven't had Filipino food before, now is your time to try it, and we recommend this family favorite.
Highway Inn Restaurant and Catering
If you don't have time to make it to a Hawaiian Luau, this restaurant is a great place to for authentic Hawaiian Food.
Tanioka's Seafoods & Catering
If you're on your way to the beach, and want to bring some poke and a small bento, this is a popular stop so get there early to beat the crowd!
Zippy's Waipio
A classic place to find lots of options for local comfort food.
Rainbow Drive-In
A mandatory stop to pick up a hefty plate lunch whenever you're in town.
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck
For all the shrimp lovers, try to make some time for a cruise around the island to get to this food truck gem.
Ice Garden
Quirena's childhood shave ice spot that is both nostalgic and delicious, especially with their homemade custard topping. (Heads up, they're a cash only business.)
Mountain Magic Shave Ice
Another favorite shave ice spot that is perfect for an afternoon treat, with so many toppings.
Maui Brewing Co. Waikiki
A great option in Waikiki for food and beer, maybe even happy hour!
The Hall by Beer Lab HI
We just love taphouses in general, and we recommend one of their 3 locations if you're looking for great beer options.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
In our opinion, the best place to go snorkeling for their abundance of coral reefs and marine life. Make sure to check their website, as they now require reservations. (Tip: For the best experience, beat the crowd and get there as early as possible for parking, and better views of the fishes.
Kualoa Ranch
Check out their variety tours of the ranch via horseback, ATV, buses, and more to learn about the history and culture of the land, as well as their involvement with a collection of movie productions.
Bishop Museum
Here's an indoor activity if you are interested in learning about the history of Hawaii, and the native Hawaiian culture.
Aloha Stadium Swap Meet
The best way to find souvenirs to bring home, while also picking up local snacks.
Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail
A paved 2.0 mile hike for coastal views of the southeast side. Also a great option for a sunrise hike!
Lanikai Pillbox Hike
Another great sunrise hike, as it is only 1.7 miles and rewards you with views of the local towns and the Mokulua Islands.
Diamond Head Crater Trailhead
This steep, but popular 1.6 mile hike will give you the views of Waikiki and Honolulu. Make sure to check the website as they now require reservations for parking and admission.
Waimano Falls
Here's a 2.8 mile hike to a hidden waterfall with a small swimming pool after traveling through the forest via Manana Trail.
Koko Crater Railway Trailhead
If you're looking for a challenge, this hike consists of 1,048 stairs to the top of Koko Crater.
Kaimana Beach
Our go-to beach if we are in town. It's at the end of the row of Waikiki beaches, so it's usually less crowded. It's also a great place for a picnic, including Kapiolani Park across the way.
Ko Olina Beach
At this resort, there are 4 lagoons. We recommend lagoon #4 for public access, and a parking lot with the most amount of parking.
Sherwood Beach
A breezy beach on the east side of the island, which has the perfect waves to learn how to boogie board or just relax on finer sands.
Waimea Bay Beach
The type of beach where you should plan to spend at least half of your day to make it worth it. Once you make it across the seemingly endless sands, find a spot to enjoy the views of the beach as well as the famous rock cliff where you'll find many people jumping off of into the blue waters below. Try to get here earlier in the day for better chances of finding parking in the lot, instead of along the road.
Sunset Beach Park
A popular beach spot on the North Shore to watch some surfers and enjoy the sunset of course!
Yokohama Bay
Our favorite beach of all beaches on the island. Although it is a longer drive as you are traveling as far west as you possibly can, we promise it is worth it. If you are able to stay a while, you'll see how it's one of the best places to enjoy the view of the ocean, the mountain ranges, and the best view of the sunset all at the same time.