Hanalei
This irresistibly upbeat gallery offers a mix of true vintage and vintage-inspired art, handicrafts, books and much more. It’s the vintage stuff that’s…
Must-see shopping in Hawaii
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Hanalei
Tucked at the back of the Hanalei Center and flagged by fascinating outdoor displays, this wonderful shop sells superb handcrafted Polynesian and Oceanic…
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Hilo
Once a mom-and-pop shop, this wildly successful confectioner is now a full-fledged destination. In an immaculate showroom-factory, enjoy generous samples,…
Bailey's Antiques & Aloha Shirts
Waikiki
Unremarkable outside, Bailey’s has the finest aloha-shirt collection on Oʻahu, possibly the world! Racks are crammed with thousands of collector-worthy…
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Lahaina
Representing more than 55 island artists, this nonprofit collective runs two galleries in the Old Lahaina Courthouse. The Banyan Tree Gallery is on the…
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Honolulu
The shop at the Honolulu Museum of Art provides an opportunity to purchase superb Hawaiian artworks and crafts. On offer are publications, stationery,…
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Honolulu
If you’re a big fan of vintage tiki wares and 20th-century Hawaiiana books, you’ll fall in love with this little Chinatown vintage collectibles shop…
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Honolulu
At this inviting little shop, a Chinatown landmark, you can watch aunties craft flower lei made of orchids, plumeria, twining maile, lantern ʻilima …
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Windward Coast
Tropical murals emblazon the exterior of this place, but that’s nothing compared to the riot of creativity inside. A rotating array of the work of more…
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Waimea Canyon & the Westside
This rather wonderful antique art store specializes in maps and prints from the age of European Pacific exploration. Genuine lithographs by John Webber,…
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Kahului
Don’t be misled by 'swap meet.’ This outdoor market is neither garage sale nor farmers market but an arts-and-crafts show of the highest order. Scores of…
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Hanalei
This long-established, always welcoming shop channels two passions: music and knitting. Alongside a wide range of guitars and ukuleles from concert size…
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Hamakua Coast
This inviting little shop wears many hats. Browse the handmade koa (Hawaiian timber) pieces, from extraordinary milo rocking chairs (got a spare $4000 to …
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Big Wind Kite Factory & Plantation Gallery
Moloka'i
Big Wind custom makes kites for high fliers of all ages. It has hundreds ready to go in stock or you can choose a design and watch production begin…
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Hilo
Keliʻi Wilson, the Hilo-born shopkeeper, is a true collector. Among his hand-picked gems, you might find a 1950s koa (Hawaiian timber) dresser, a vintage…
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Kapaʻa
This high-quality uke dealer offers starters for less than $100 and vintage and high-end ukes costing $1000 to $5000. All come with the manufacturer’s…
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Honolulu
All the cocoa beans used for the chocolate sold in this exquisite little shop are grown on a 14-acre plot on O‘ahu's North Shore. The brains behind the…
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Hamakua Harvest Farmers Market
Hamakua Coast
Featuring 16 or so vendors, live music and talks, this market is worth checking out. Everything is locally grown or made, including produce, honey, goat…
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Hanalei Bay & the North Shore
Attractively laid out in a beautifully restored stone building that dates from 1877, this Asian-inspired art and clothing boutique sells a wide array of…
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Hamakua Coast
A wonderful stop worthy of a browse or splurge on items from their extraordinary collection of handcrafted koa (Hawaiian timber) pieces, from rocking…
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Hilo
A browser's paradise, this shop carries the gamut of Hawaii-themed books – history, botany, cooking, fiction and memoir, plus the expected maps and travel…
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Honolulu
Hidden away on a Kaimuki back street is Honolulu's best bookstore. Run by a local publisher, the carefully curated selection of books includes plenty of…
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Kalele Bookstore & Divine Expressions
Moloka'i
A community treasure. Besides books, get free maps or enjoy a coffee and meet some locals out back on the shady terrace. Owner Teri Waros is a fount of…
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Kailua-Kona
The Big Island's largest selection of used books, CDs and DVDs, including Hawaiiana titles, is piled floor to ceiling in this warehouse-sized bookstore.
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Kailua
This fabulous and small indie bookshop has a great selection of used and new books, including a lot of Hawaiiana. Staff are great with recommendations.
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Lahaina
Excellent selection of island-made crafts from 300 local artists, jewelers and craftspeople. One of four locations on the island.
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Kailua
Locally produced tropically scented lotions and soaps. Anything accented with plumeria is addictive. Great for gifts.
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Lanaʻi
Art-lovers enjoy Mike Carroll Gallery, where you can find the eponymous owner either creating new work or busy displaying the work of another artist. It's…
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Puna
Jeff Hunt is one of the island's best board shapers, and at his little hut you can buy one of his boards ($450 to $1000), talk surfing or accessorize your…
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Kahului
Open since the '70s, Down to Earth was one of Hawaii's pioneers of organic and vegetarian produce. It feels like an independent Whole Foods, with plenty…
Kona Coast
A serene, museum-like gallery featuring prominent artist-owner Hiroki Morinoue's watercolor, oil, woodblock and sculpture pieces, and the pottery of his…
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Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace
Pearl Harbor & Leeward O‘ahu
Hundreds of vendors encircle Aloha Stadium at this famous market. Your eyes will soon cross at the plethora of gaudy souvenirs, cheap T-shirts ($7!),…
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Poʻipu
A cluster of plantation-style wooden buildings, this upscale shopping mall is conveniently located at the Po‘ipu roundabout. As well as a dozen generally…
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Hamakua Coast
If some of Honokaʻa aunties emptied their attics, basements and garages, the results would look like this hangar-size store. Weave through a mesmerizing…
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Hilo
Legendary in the hula community, kama‘aina (locally born and raised) artist Sig Zane designs unmistakable cotton fabrics, marked by rich colors and modern…
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Waikiki
The late Aunty Mary Louise Kaleonahenahe Kekuewa's daughter and granddaughter keep alive the ancient craft of feather lei-making at this small storefront,…
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Kailua-Kona
This open-air shopping center, about 2 miles south of 'downtown' Kailua-Kona, is a pleasant spot to while away an hour or so while perusing arts, crafts…
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Lihuʻe
Kauaʻi's own rum label is a relatively new brand, which means it doesn't have a fine aged rum yet, but its dark and spiced versions win awards. Learn how…
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Nani Moon Meadery & Tasting Room
Kapaʻa & the Eastside
Nani Moon makes and pours tropical honey wine, which is arguably the oldest alcoholic beverage on earth – humans have been drinking it for 6000 years or…
