There are so many fun places and things to do in Maui, Hawaii. Check out the Maui map above or go directly to the activity or map location below.
Maui Local Area Maps
Makena
Located in the southern most area of the island, Makena is known for its undeveloped and beautiful landscapes.
Wailea
Wailea is filled with high-end resorts, ritzy shopping, fine dining, and white sand beaches.
Kihei
Kihei is spotted with many incredible beaches and parks and is primarily resided by locals.
Maalaea
Maalaea is the only harbor on the south side, which is quickly growing to be a fun area for food and drinks.
Lahaina
Rich in History, Lahaina Town is famous for its touristy oceanfront shopping, restaurants, and nightlife.
Kaanapali
One of the first resort areas to be built on Maui, Kaanapali has wonderful golf courses and beaches.
Kapalua
Also with world famous golfing, Kapalua has high-end resorts and beautiful beaches.
Wailuku
Known as the cultural center of Maui, Wailuku is a local favorite. It is also a major business area.
Iao Valley
Iao is a valley carved by a stream and rich with history. This area is beautiful and one of the wettest spots on the Earth.
Waikapu
Waikapu holds many gems including the Maui Tropical Plantation, where you’ll find The Mill House Restaurant, ziplining, organic farms tram tour, and more!
Kahului
Kahului has become the main industrial and commercial area of the island and is home to the largest airport.
Paia
Paia is a unique little beach town with great shopping and fantastic restaurants. It’s a must see!
Makawao
Famed as Maui’s cowboy town, Makawao has great views of Maui and has wonderful restaurants and shopping.
Pukalani
Mostly residential and golf courses, Pukalani is an up and coming spot for dining, drinks, and community fun.
Haleakala
Home to one of the world’s largest volcanic craters, Haleakala towers over 10,000 feet in elevation.
Hana
Untouched and pure, Hana has remained a true Hawaiian town with one of the most enjoyed roads in the world.
Molokini
Molokini Crater is a marine sanctuary off of the south coast of Maui with tropical fish, manta rays, eels and colorful reef.
Lanai Island
Our closest inhabited outer island, Lana’i is referred to as the Pineapple Isle and is often regarded as one of the most beautiful.
Big Island
This massive island has everything you could want, from deserts to lush rainforest. Big Island is the only island that has active lava flows.
Kauai Island
The Garden Isle is known for its lush rainforests and plentiful beaches. Kauai has a canyon that rivals the Grand Canyon is size and beauty.
Oahu Island
The busiest of all the islands, Waikiki and Honolulu are visited by millions each year. Oahu has mellow beaches as well as big city fun.
Maui Airport Map
Even though our airport is tiny in comparison to most mainland airports (or even Honolulu), it helps to see a map and get info about the area for car rental pickup/returns, parking, directions, etc…
Maui Activities
Maui Snorkeling
One of the easiest and cheapest activities to do in Maui is snorkeling. Local destinations like Molokini Crater, Turtle Town, and Lanai offer world famous snorkeling and diving. Here we’ve listed what you might see as well as some of our favorite boats.
Maui Bike Tours
There are many areas to bike in Maui, from mountain biking to street biking. One of the best rides is down the slopes of Haleakala Volcano. Other than that, you can rent a bike and explore areas that most visitors can’t see in any other fashion.
Maui Sunset Cruise
Cruise along the south and west coast of Maui during sunset while listening to island music, ejnoying delicious pupus and dinner, sipping on tropical cocktails, and relaxing with friends and family on a stable, beautiful boat.
Maui Zipline
Not much compares to the excitement and great views you experience while ziplining over rainforest. There are great zipline tours all over the island that will take you on the adventure of a lifetime. You’ll hike, zip, and learn about the natural surroundings.
Maui Hiking
One of the most memorable ways to experience the island of Maui is to see it on foot. With a multitude of exciting hiking trails available, from those with panoramic views of the ocean to those on hidden trails in Maui’s rainforest, a private hiking tour is the way to go.
Maui Scenic Discovery Flight
Exploring Maui by land and sea only uncovers so much. There is another world full of hidden misty waterfalls and precipitous valleys that remain largely unseen. That is why it comes as no shock that taking to the sky above Maui is one of the island’s most lucrative activities. Enjoy a scenic flight around the island with Fly Maui and learn how to fly the plane while you’re at it! Discover miles of dense rainforest, untouched waterfalls, and dramatic valleys from the pilot’s seat as you receive your first lesson of flight school.
Maui Fishing
Enjoy catching tropical, delicious fish on one of many bottom fishing and sport fishing trips. You’ll enjoy time with friends on the water with the most experienced guides as you’re taken to plentiful grounds off the coast of Maui for a fun and relaxing fishing experience.
Maui Ocean Center
With almost half a million visitors per year, there’s a reason the Maui Ocean Center is known as the most advanced, thorough and best aquarium in Hawaii. Dedicating to providing an accurate understanding and respect for Hawaii’s underwater life, staff expert naturalists are always at hand to answer any questions you may have.
Maui Photography
We’ve listed the best portrait and wedding photographers as well as photography tours for amateur and professionals. Having your photos taken is a crucial part of your vacation. Maui is world famous for weddings because of the natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere it offers.
Maui Luaus
No trip to Maui is complete without an ocean side luau. Enjoy a spectacular sunset while sipping cold cocktails, watching exciting fire dancing and hula shows, and feasting on the tropical foods of Hawaii. We’ve listed a few of our favorite places to go for a Maui luau.
Maui Helicopters
There’s no better way to explore the island than by helicopter. Aerial photography flights go around Haleakala, over Hana’s rainforests, along the blue coasts, and through the valleys of the West Maui Mountains and up against multiple waterfalls only accessed by air.
Maui Surfing
From beginners to advanced, Maui offers some great opportunities to surf. Maui is home to longboarding of small waves, shortboarding of medium to large waves, and tow surfing for gigantic waves. Maui is also famous for kite and wind surfing as well as stand up paddling.
Maui Whale Watching
Every year thousands of humpback whales migrate to Maui’s warm waters to frolic, breed and give birth. For months you’ll see whales bursting from the surface in acrobatic displays. Enjoy the show up close and personal on a whale watching boat.
Road to Hana
Visitors come from all over the world to enjoy the best drive ever on the Road to Hana. You’ll pass gushing waterfalls, ride along rugged ocean landscapes, drive through lush rainforest and arrive at one of the sleepiest and untouched towns in Hawaii.
Maui Scuba Diving
Warm water, thriving tropical reefs, exotic ocean life, and easy access await off the coast of Maui. Take a trip to Molokini Crater, check out the cathedrals of Lanai, or explore a sunken shipwreck. Maui County has it all for exciting and memorable scuba diving.
Maui Stand Up Paddle Boarding
You don’t have to have experience in order to enjoy the fantastic views afforded from a stand up paddle board. Glide with ease over pristine reefs and tropical marine life as you get a work out and have a ton of fun!
Maui Golf Courses
No doubt you’ve heard about the world famous golf courses in Maui, Hawaii. Enjoy scenic ocean views, beautiful courses and great weather while teeing off at a Maui golf course. From Makena to Kapalua, you’ll come back again and again just to golf.
Maui Kayaking
Explore spots that are rarely visited as your expert guides show you marine life, snorkel spots, and some of the best ocean views Maui has to offer. It’s a lot of fun, and a great way to get some exercise.
Maui Outrigger Canoe
Not only are these private tours a lot of fun, but you also learn quite a bit about the land, people, and history of Hawaii. Step back in time, and enjoy a craft that has aided the Hawaiian people for centuries.
Maui Sailing
Sailing off the coast of Maui has many benefits. Enjoy the quiet and peaceful ride to go snorkeling at Molokini Crater or whale watching. Our favorite thing to do is sail around Maui’s south shore past Big Beach in Makena. We also enhoj sunset cruises along the west coast of Maui.
Maui Farm Tours
You don’t know what you’re missing until you’ve been to at least one of the many sustainable local farms on Maui. See how Maui is leading the charge towards the future of farming with incredibly unique Maui products.