Beachside Shoppers Will Love This Underrated Hawaiian Town
By Dawn Hammon
VACATIONS
Maui, Hawaii features epic beaches and scenery, but one thing you might not expect is the diversity of shopping options located in the island's hub of Kahului.
Kahului is a great place to pick up anything from groceries to crafts, and it's also where the locals shop, so it provides a sense of culture and a true connection with Hawaii.
Plan to visit the weekly Swap Meet in the parking lot of the University of Hawaii Maui College, where vendors offer fresh produce, handmade goods, resale items, clothing, and more.
For an indoor/outdoor shopping experience, head to the Queen Ka'ahumanu Center, a mall with over 100 chain and local stores that hosts 300 different events each year.
Part of the Kahului experience is simply meandering around the local stores. On Market Street, you'll encounter antique stores, pawn shops, small boutiques, and live performances.
Every Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m., you'll find a local farmer's market in the Kahului Shopping Center parking lot. Grab some dinner, buy a new shirt, and listen to Hawaiian music.