About Male
Male is one of Maldives's major cities, home to around 103,693 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Male
1
Friday Mosque
2
Kalhu Vakaru Miskiy
3
Republic Square
4
Islamic Centre
5
Ministry of Defence HQ
6
Sultan Park and National Museum
7
Ali Rasgefaanu Ziyaaraiy
8
Medhu Ziyaaraiy
Budget travel
Free things to do in Male
Friday Mosque
Republic Square
Sultan Park and National Museum
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Friday Mosque
- Visit Kalhu Vakaru Miskiy
- Visit Republic Square
- Eat at Waterfront Franchise Building
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Islamic Centre
- Visit Ministry of Defence HQ
- Visit Sultan Park and National Museum
- Eat at The Hive Café
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Ali Rasgefaanu Ziyaaraiy
- Visit Medhu Ziyaaraiy
- Visit Whale Submarine
- Eat at The Hive Restaurant
Where to eat
Waterfront Franchise Building
The Hive Café
The Hive Restaurant
Café Marine Drive
Saffron Café
Jade Bistro
Maarukeytu Hota
Olive Garden
Where to stay
- Luckyhiya Hotel
- Sunny Suites Inn
- Beehive Nalahiya Hotel
- Candies
- Central Hotel
Shopping
- Local Market
- Fish Market
- STO People's Choice Supermart
- Majeedhee Magu
- South West Harbour Area
Nightlife
- Hulhulé Island Hotel (HIH)
- Meraki Coffee Roasters
- Ocean Bubbles
- Family Room Coffee
Museums & culture
- Friday Mosque
- Sultan Park and National Museum
In pictures
Male gallery
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