Best Kauai, HI Shopping
Local Expert Shopping Recommendations
Local Expert Shopping Recommendations
About Kauai, HI Shopping
Shopping in Kaua`i combines the best of both retail worlds - national chains are available for the bare necessities like camping needs and snorkeling and hiking gear, while small unique boutiques offer a change to pick up locally crafted art, jewelry and home decor. Most of the large retail stores can be found in busy Lihue, while the west side boast a huge number of local art galleries which appear to have a monopoly on shopping out there. The North Shore and Hanalei is also home to a number of gift and craft stores, but has a wide array of surf shops and clothing shops. In Poipu and Koloa on the South Side, you'll find a collection of high end art galleries and upscale clothing stores, along with plenty of old shops in historic buildings selling unique finds. Another hot shopping option on Kaua`i is the wide choice of outdoor farmers markets. The Sunshine Markets are located island wide offering local produce, ready to eat food, crafts clothes and jewelry. Try to bring a reusable shopping bag where ever you shop.
About Jade Eckardt
Raised on the Big Island of Hawaii, Jade has traveled the world and doesn't intend to stop, yet the Hawaiian Islands are still her favorite place. She spent seven years living on Oahu and exploring the island. A regular visitor to Kauai, Jade recently authored a full-length Kauai guide book. She is a writer and photographer, whose work has been published in numerous... Read More
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Expert Tips for Kauai Shopping
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Kama'Aina Surf & Sport: "Book a surf lesson at the shop."
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Da Life: "Ask the friendly staff for their input into the right gear for the right situations."
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Longs Drugs: "Bring a reusable shopping bag since Kauai banned plastic bags."
