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Makena Beach vs Bishop Museum

Both are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Bishop Museum ranks significantly better than Makena Beach. Bishop Museum scores 84 with accolades from 4 publications including Michelin Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure.

Makena Beach
Makena Beach
8 / 10
Makena Beach, Maui, HI
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Frommer's Frommer's
"One of the most popular beaches on Maui, Makena is so vast it never feels crowded." Full review
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The shorebreak is steep and powerful.
Fodor's Fodor's
"Locals successfully fought to turn Makena—one of Hawaii's most breathtaking beaches—into a state park." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Make means "dead" in Hawaiian, but you won't find any dead horses on this beach-just three lovely crescents of sand, separated by volcanic rock."
Bishop Museum
Bishop Museum
8 / 10
1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96817
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Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Probably the best museum complex in the world for everything Polynesian (as well as Melanesian and Micronesian), the Bishop is Hawaii’s most famous museum." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Its collection of Hawaiian and Pacific artifacts is regarded as one of the best in the world." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Even if you do not have kids, this is a must-see on your vacation." Full review
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It's a great rainy-day diversion; plan to spend at least half a day here.
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Editor's Pick
"The longest running collection of Hawaiian artifacts on the islands—and a planetarium that brings you full circle to the future." Full review
Where Where
"Exhibits include a planetarium and science center, the storied Hawaiian Hall, and precious artifacts from precontact times." Full review
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