We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Lahaina

Free Newsletter

Interested in Lahaina?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Lahaina each week.

  • Save Whalers Village Museum
  • E-mail this page
Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Hotels
Travel Destinations
Sightseeing

Explore other Lahaina resources:

Whalers Village Museum


Whalers Village Museum
2435 Ka'anapali Pkwy
Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
What's Nearby:
Click map pins for more information.
view map of Whalers Village Museum

Free Lahaina Guide

Download your guide now!

Get the best picks for where to eat, sleep, and play.

  • Download pdf

Traveler Photos & Videos

View all photos | View all videos
Add Photos
Add Videos

Lahaina weather essentials

Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Dec
77°F 25°C
66°F 18°C
0 in 0 cm
Jan
77°F 25°C
66°F 18°C
0 in 0 cm
Feb
76°F 24°C
66°F 18°C
0 in 0 cm
Mar
76°F 24°C
66°F 18°C
0 in 0 cm
Apr
77°F 25°C
67°F 19°C
0 in 0 cm
May
78°F 25°C
67°F 19°C
0 in 0 cm

Extended Forecast
Wednesday
Dec 23
Hi:
79°F 26°C
Lo:
72°F 22°C
Thursday
Dec 24
Hi:
79°F 26°C
Lo:
72°F 22°C
Friday
Dec 25
Hi:
79°F 26°C
Lo:
72°F 22°C
More weather for Lahaina
 | 
Powered by
Weather Underground

What's Near Whalers Village Museum

Top-Rated Nearby Hotels
Distance in: mi km
Hotel EUR* Distance Rating
Ka'anapali Beach Hotel €144 0.1 mi 0.1 km 4.5 of 5 stars
The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach €221 0.1 mi 0.1 km 4 of 5 stars
Westin Maui Resort And Spa €255 0.2 mi 0.3 km 4 of 5 stars
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa €251 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4 of 5 stars
Marriott's Maui Ocean Club €240 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
All Hotels in Lahaina
*Average price
Top-Rated Nearby Restaurants
Distance in: mi km
restaurant Distance Rating
Hula Grill 0.1 mi 0.2 km 4 of 5 stars
Leilani's On The Beach 0.1 mi 0.2 km 4 of 5 stars
Cane & Taro 0.1 mi 0.2 km 4 of 5 stars
All Restaurants in Lahaina
Top-Rated Nearby Things to Do
Distance in: mi km
Thing to Do Distance Rating
Ka'anapali Beach 0.2 mi 0.4 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Kaanapali Golf Courses 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Skyline Eco-Adventures 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
All Things to Do in Lahaina

Traveler Advice on Whalers Village Museum

Traveler Forum
  • Ask a question or view 44 posts on Lahaina from this week.
Professional Advice (6)
Title Source
“Whalers Village Museum” Wcities.com
“For Hawaiian family vacations, Maui offers the most” SignOnSanDiego.com
“Hawaii's Island of Maui: An Ambitious Motto” Foster Travel Publications
“Whale Season on Maui” Travel Watch
“The best of Maui for free” canoe.ca / Sun Media
“Sunny delight” Boston.com / Boston Globe
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 87 attractions in Lahaina
Write a review
Traveler Description: A whale museum featuring a 40-foot whale skeleton.
Familiar with Whalers Village Museum? Write your own description and share what you know with other travelers.
Attraction type: Museum, Maritime museum
Address: 2435 Ka'anapali Pkwy Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
Tel: 808-661-5992

Reviews you can trust

[ Date ] [ Rating ]
“Impressive and....Free!!”
Save Review
5 of 5 stars
socalbeachlover   23 contributions
Aliso Viejo, California
Mar 24, 2009

People say "free" museum and we usually assume it is a few items and a sign, basically not worth your time. But... the Whalers Village Museum is awesome. We spent way more than 20 minutes going through it. They have an audio tour, pictures, tons of items including spears, clothing, scrimshaw, etc. It was very educational and we truly enjoyed... more

“Worth it to go!”
Save Review
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Mar 11, 2006
5
people found this review helpful

It is free and very educational. Conveniently located on top floor of Whalers Village shopping plaza. A good spot to learn something new amongst the sea of retail stores. There is a room to watch video on the whales. Takes about 20 minutes to read through all the displays. Learned a lot about the whaling industry. It doesn't take much... more

“Great Museum about Whaling”
Save Review
4 of 5 stars
Illy1108   64 contributions
Brooklyn, New York
Feb 21, 2006
3
people found this review helpful

Good excuse to get my husband to this Mall like environment and really a great little museum about whaling in Hawaii. Best of all was the price...free! Donations appreciated. We hit a few museums while in Maui and my husband appreciated this one most of all... more

“Nice place to shop”
Save Review
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
San Francisco, CA
May 30, 2003
7
people found this review helpful

This outdoor mall has a lot of nice shops. It is located right in the middle of many hotels and is at oceanfront. There is 3-hr free parking with store validation.The whaler's museum was very interesting. Spent about 45 minutes walking around reading all the signs next to the displays. There's audio handsets to use for further info. Free with... more

Travelers Who Viewed This Attraction Also Viewed
No photo provided
Whaler's Village
2.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Location: Lahaina, Maui
Price not available
No photo provided
Banyan Tree At the Courthouse Building
4 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Location: Lahaina, Maui
Price not available
No photo provided
Safari Boat Excursions
5 of 5 stars 143 Reviews
Location: Lahaina, Maui
Price not available
All Things to Do in Lahaina
Write Your Own Attraction Review

Been to Whalers Village Museum? Share your experiences!

Write a Review
Add Photos
Add Videos

Whalers Village Museum: Management Resources

TripAdvisor has free and easy resources to help you enhance your listing and promote your property.

  • Start Here - Visit Your Owners' Center
  • Add Photo
  • Add Video

Whalers Village Museum Address

2435 Ka'anapali Pkwy, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
Tel: 808-661-5992