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Malé Travel Guide
Places to visit, things to do, local food and the best time to go – Malé, Maldives.
- Best time: December to November
- 14 places to see
About Malé
Male is the densely populated capital of the Maldives, an island nation in the Indian Ocean. It's known for its mosques and colorful buildings. The Islamic Centre (Masjid-al-Sultan Muhammad Thakurufaanu Al Auzam) features a mosque, a library and a distinctive gold dome. Near the harbor, a popular fish market offers the day's catch, and a produce market is stocked with local fruit.
Places to visit in Malé
- Male Hukuru Miskiiy
- National Museum
- Muleeage
- COMO COCOA ISLAND
- BAROS ISLAND
- EMBOODHU FINOLHU ISLAND
- MIHIRI ISLAND
- MALE ISLAND
- HUVAHENDHOO ISLAND
- RANGALI ISLAND
- KANUHURA ISLAND
- HALAVELI ISLAND
- DHIGU ISLAND
- WHALE SUBMARINE
Things to do in Malé
- Diving
- Water Sports
- Dolphin & Whale Watching with Sunset Cruises
- Island Hopping
- Spa and Relaxation
- Submarine Tour
- Cruise
- Private Fishing (For Couples)
- Lover's Dhoni Ride
- Catamaran Sailing
- Virgin Islands Excursion
- Fishing
- Male’ City Tour
Famous food in Malé
- Bis keemiya (samosa)
- Boshi mashuni (banana flower salad)
- Garudhiya (fragrant fish soup)
- Huni roshi (chapati bread)
- Saagu bondibai (sago pudding)
Things to buy in Malé
- Miniatures
- Slippers
- Bracelets
- Decorative items
- Garments
- Fresh seafood
- shirts
Where to shop in Malé
- Male Local Market
- Mobile Markets
- Majeedhee Magu
- Male Fish Market
- Chaandanee Magu
Night life
- Bar & pub hopping
- Crab Racing at Kuredu
- Night fishing at Bandos Beach
- Jungle cinema at Gili Lankanfushi
- Enjoy the unusual music at Karaoke room
- Aaaveee
- White Night Party at Kuredu
- Jazz nights & live bands at Kurumba
