Maui was one of the most incredible places I have ever visited. From the incredible food, to the gorgeous sunsets and beaches to the stunning coastal drives. I loved it so much I wanted to share some of my favorite beaches, restaurants, towns and shops in beautiful Maui, Hawaii.
Traveling with kids to Maui can be tricky. You have to research where to stay, which beaches are safe for kids and which parts of the island are best for families. I found it so overwhelming to find the right information for our trip, so I created this blog for you! A travel guide to Maui for families with young children and kids. Below is my guide to the best beaches, restaurants, towns and activities for families to do and see in Maui. Keep scrolling to get my “must have” guide to all items you need for your trip to Hawaii and after you get back home and have “Hawaii fever.”
Beaches
Best beaches for kids. Our 6 year old had a blast at these beaches and they were relatively safe for kids, all having a lifeguard on duty.
- Baby Beach in Lahaina
- Charley Young Beach in Kihei
- Kamaole 2 in Kihei
- Four Seasons Hotel beach- Wailea
- Ho’okipa beach park in Paiai
- Kapalua bay in Kapalua
Towns To Visit
- Kihei
- Lahaina
- Paiai
- Makawao
Activities
- Snorkeling at local beaches
- Surf Lesson
- Molokini crater snorkel excursion
- Farmers market in Wailea
Restaurants
Kihei
- Coconuts, Kihei
- Isana Sushi, Kihei
- Beach Street Cafe (Acai Bowls), Kihei
- Hawaiian Moons (Smoothies and Acai Bowls), Kihei
- Akamai Coffee, Kihei
Lahaina
- Honoapiilani Food Truck Park, Lahaina
- 808 Antojitos food truck, Lahaina (Lahaina Cannery Mall)
- Merienda food truck, Lahaina (Lahaina Cannery Mall)
- Mala Tavern, Lahaina
- Olowalu Juice Stand, Lahaina
Paiai & Makawao
- Food trucks in Makawao, near the downtown area
- Paiai Bowls, Paiai
- Hali’imaile General Store, Makawao
Hawaii Gear You Need For Your Trip
A Wide Brim Hat
Drawstring Bag For Walks On The Beach
use code KENNEDY10 for 10% off
Kids Sunglasses
Kids Sunblock (Hawaii Reef Safe)
Waterproof Phone Holder
Kids SPF Shirts
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Hawaii Gear You Need After Your Trip
Grab A Hawaiian Cookbook
Aloha Kitchen
surf book
surf print
Cook Real Hawaii
The Ohana Grill Cookbook
Best of The Best From Hawaii
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Surfing Coffee Table Books
Surf Shack: Laid Back Living By The Water
Beachside Bohemian
Coastal Living Beach House Happy
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Do love Maui and have anything to add? Be sure to drop a comment below
