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36 Best and Fun Things To Do In Malé, Maldives


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Malé, the capital of the Maldives, has gained popularity as a bustling island retreat, attracting visitors from various parts of the globe to explore its rich offerings. In addition to its famed beaches and luxurious resorts, there are numerous other attractions to delight in.

Malé has a vibrant nightlife, with many clubs and bars that are sure to entertain. There are also a lot of restaurants and eateries, perfect for sitting back and taking in the scenery.

Another popular activity in Malé is stopping by one of the markets. There is the Malé Fish Market, where visitors can purchase some fresh catch of the day or the Malé Local Market which sells fresh produce and other food items.

Read on for our list of the best and most fun things to do in Malé, Maldives.

The 36 Most Popular Things To Do In Malé, Maldives

36. Guraidhoo

3.0 ★★★☆☆ (2 reviews)

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35. Where is Maldives

3.7 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

Location: Ma Rasfari Building Koarukendi Champa Magu Male

Web Address:   http://whereismaldives.com/

34. Dhoonidhoo

5.0 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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33. Extreme Maldives

4.3 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

Location: Furanafushi Island North Male Atoll

Tel:  779 2157

Web Address:   http://extrememaldives.com/

32. Vermillion Travels

5.0 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

Location: 5GH4+HP6 Male

Tel:  333 4630

Web Address:   http://vermillionmaldives.com/

31. Banana Reef

4.9 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Credit: Md Naushad, Google Maps

Location: 6GMM+GGW Male

Web Address:   https://dailydive.com/dive-sites/maldives/banana-reef

30. National Art Gallery

4.3 ★★★★☆ (10 reviews)

Location: 5GH6+4F2 Male

Tel:  334 3832

Web Address:   http://nca.gov.mv/

29. Islamic Center

4.9 ★★★★★ (14 reviews)

Location: 5GH6+96V Lonuziyaarai Magu Male

28. Malé Beach

4.5 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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Location: 5GF9+P84 Boduthakurufaanu Magu Male

27. Kuda Kudhinge Bageecha (Children’s Park)

4.5 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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Location: 5GC7+8P8 Ameenee Magu Male

26. One Love Beach

4.1 ★★★★☆ (18 reviews)

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25. Vihamanaafushi

4.2 ★★★★☆ (19 reviews)

24. Victory Monument

4.7 ★★★★★ (26 reviews)

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Location: 5GH6+59X Male

23. Funadhoo

4.5 ★★★★★ (26 reviews)

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22. Ibrahim Rasgefaanuge Ziyaaraiy Shrine

4.2 ★★★★☆ (32 reviews)

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Location: 5GH6+5VC Lonuziyaarai Magu Male

Tel:  332 3206

Web Address:   http://heritage.gov.mv/

21. Varunulaa Raalhugandu

4.6 ★★★★★ (33 reviews)

20. Sinamalé Bridge

4.5 ★★★★★ (38 reviews)

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Location: Midhili Magu

19. Villingili Public Beach

4.4 ★★★★☆ (38 reviews)

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18. Medhuziyaaraiy Shrine

4.6 ★★★★★ (38 reviews)

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Location: 5GH7+32H Lonuziyaarai Magu Male

Tel:  332 3206

17. Thilafushi

2.9 ★★★☆☆ (48 reviews)

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16. Furanafushi

4.7 ★★★★★ (61 reviews)

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15. Rasrani Bageechaa

4.6 ★★★★★ (62 reviews)

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Location: 5GH6+39C Male

14. Lonuziyaaraiy Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (64 reviews)

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Location: Adi Park Ameenee Magu Male

Tel:  332 3902

Web Address:   https://malecity.gov.mv/

13. Villingili

4.6 ★★★★★ (79 reviews)

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12. Hulhule Island

4.3 ★★★★☆ (99 reviews)

11. Whale Submarine

4.2 ★★★★☆ (247 reviews)

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Location: 5FGW+5VW Laccadive Sea Male

Tel:  333 3939

Web Address:   http://whalesubmarine.com.mv/

10. Hukuru Miskiyy (مسجد الجمعة القديم في ماليه)

4.6 ★★★★★ (270 reviews)

Location: Medhuziyaarai Magu Male

Tel:  302 0200

9. Masjid Al-Sultan Muhammad Thakurufaanu Al-Arzam

4.7 ★★★★★ (290 reviews)

Location: 5GH6+97J Orchid Magu Male

Tel:  302 0200

Web Address:   http://islamicaffairs.gov.mv/

Our Top picks

8. Muliaage (Palace)

4.5 ★★★★★ (63 reviews)

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Location: 5GH6+2WH Medhuziyaaraiy Magu Male’ City

Tel:  332 2100

7. Male’

4.3 ★★★★☆ (75 reviews)

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6. Tsunami Monument

4.2 ★★★★☆ (153 reviews)

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Location: Thin Ruh Park Boduthakurufaanu Magu Male

Tel:  300 4311

5. Artificial Beach

4.2 ★★★★☆ (168 reviews)

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4. National Museum, Maldives

4.2 ★★★★☆ (316 reviews)

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Location: 5GG6+V3C Chaandhanee Magu Male

Tel:  332 3206

3. Republic Square

4.3 ★★★★☆ (352 reviews)

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Location: Boduthakurufaanu Magu Male

2. Fish Market

4.1 ★★★★☆ (387 reviews)

Location: 188 Ibrahim Hassan Didi Magu Male

Tel:  300 4300

1. Sultan Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (464 reviews)

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Location: 5GH6+2C2 Male

Tel:  334 4050

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Malé, Maldives! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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