Maui is famous for stunning beaches, waterfalls, and winding coastal drives, but there is a chance that you will need to spend some time inside during your vacation. Whether a passing rain rolls through or the midday sun feels a little too strong, a handful of great Maui indoor activities keep the vacation going without missing a beat. The team at Parrish Maui has gathered some favorite ways to stay entertained indoors, all within easy reach of our West Maui vacation rentals.
Top Maui Indoor Activities Near West Maui
One of the best indoor activities is a visit to the Maui Ocean Center in Maalaea, located just a short drive from our villas in West Maui. The aquarium features a massive open-ocean tank with a 54-foot acrylic tunnel, giving visitors a close look at sharks, rays, and reef fish without getting wet. Families and couples alike find it a relaxing way to learn about the same marine life that swims along West Maui’s shores.
Another option close to our accommodations is spending an afternoon browsing the covered walkways at Whalers Village in Kaanapali. The oceanfront center houses more than 90 shops and restaurants, along with a full whale skeleton display and regular entertainment.
Cool Off at Maui’s Only Enclosed Mall
If the heat, not the rain, has you searching for air conditioning, head to Lahaina Cannery Mall, the island’s only fully enclosed and air-conditioned shopping center. Grab a coffee, browse local boutiques, explore local flavors from casual restaurants, and catch a free weekly hula show, all while staying cool and dry.
Sip and Savor Indoors
A tasting room makes a wonderful indoor stop as well. Ocean Organic Farm and Distillery offers a covered tasting room with sweeping views where guests sample small-batch spirits crafted from Maui-grown sugarcane, a perfect way to spend a cloudy afternoon.
For a true taste of the islands, stop by a seafood market. Maui’s fish markets offer a wide range of under-the-sea delights. Many serve up ready-to-eat meals, or you can purchase some seafood to take back to your vacation rental and cook up a fresh catch yourself.
Retreat to Your West Maui Vacation Rental
Sometimes the best Maui indoor activities happen right where you are staying. Our West Maui vacation rentals come with fully equipped kitchens and spacious living areas, so a rainy afternoon is a great excuse to cook a meal in, watch the storm roll over the ocean or simply relax in comfort. For even more ideas on making the most of an unexpected shower, take a look at our earlier post on what to do when it rains.
Whatever the weather brings, a stay with us means you always have a comfortable, private retreat to return to. Browse our accommodations in Maui and book your stay online. For more information, give us a call at 877-854-9070.