Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii

It is the largest public aquarium on Maui, and undertakes projects to grow artificial coral reefs to later introduce to the wild, due to the recent rapid decline in coral populations in Hawaii due to heavy tourism and global warming.

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Attractions Near Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii

Iao Valley State Park

Iao Valley State Park

10.4km from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii

The state park is located on 6.2 acres at the end of Iao Valley Road. The Iao Needle (Kūkaemoku), a landmark in the state park, is a vegetation-covered lava remnant rising 2,250 feet (690 m) above sea level.The lao Needle is taller than the Eiffel Tower.

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens

11.44km from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (MNBG) is dedicated to the protection of Maui Nui’s rich native plants and cultural heritage.

Molokini

Molokini

18.06km from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii

Molokini is a crescent-shaped, partially submerged volcanic crater located just a few miles off Maui’s shore, it is Hawaii’s only island marine sanctuary. Molokini is one of only three volcanic calderas in the world.

Mākena State Park

Mākena State Park

19.21km from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii

Makena State Park, located on Maui's south shore south of Wailea, is a popular swimming, snorkeling and diving destination. With white sands extending nearly 2/3 of a mile long, it is one of the largest, undeveloped beaches in Maui. There are three great ("Oneloa Beach" , "Puʻu Ōlaʻi", "Naupaka Beach") beaches within this park, and all of them are unique.

Lāhainā Banyan Court

Lāhainā Banyan Court

19.31km from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii

Lahaina Banyan Court Park is located in the port of Lahaina town on the west side of the Hawaiian island of Maui. Banyan Tree Park contains multiple heritage sites on the Lahaina Historic Trail, and a self-guided walking tour through the Lahaina Historic Districts.

Ho'okipa Beach Park

Ho'okipa Beach Park

22.61km from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii

Ho’okipa Beach Park is one of the top spots for ocean sports and recreation in Maui. This breath-taking white sand beach boasts some of the best waves on the Maui coastline. A paradise for surfers of all ages.

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Maui County

Maui County

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It is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands. Maui County is included in the Kahului-Wailuku-Lahaina, HI Metropolitan Statistical Area.

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