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17 Listed places
4.4 average across 12 rated listings
Malé • Male' City 20115 • Malé 20026
No atoll admission fee; accommodation, speedboat transfers, diving and excursions are priced separately. – No atoll admission fee; transfers, accommodation, diving and marine excursions are paid separately.
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Malé Male' City 20115 Malé 20026

Addu City

Famous for: Its RAF Gan heritage, connected island road network, mangrove wetlands and reef-based marine excursions.

Explore Addu City’s RAF Gan heritage, linked island roads, Hithadhoo wetlands and reef excursions at the Maldives’ southernmost atoll.

History Buffs Adventurous Couples Culture Seekers

Alifu Dhaalu Atoll

Famous for: Year-round whale-shark encounters, manta rays and coral diving across Southern Ari Atoll.

Southern Ari Atoll pairs year-round whale-shark encounters, Kudarah Thila diving and Dhigurah beaches with resort and local-island stays.

Divers Luxury Travelers Nature Enthusiasts

Atolls of the Maldives

Malé
Famous for: Stunning Beaches, Coral Reefs, Luxurious Resorts

Atolls of the Maldives (Malé, Republic of Maldives (Velana International Airport Hub)) is a 4.9-star coral archipelago & marine biosphere destination in…

Honeymooners Divers Relaxation Seekers

Central Park (Hulhumalé)

Malé
Famous for: Its central pond, fountain, walking circuits and outdoor recreation facilities on reclaimed Hulhumalé.

Central Park in Hulhumalé is a free 24-hour green space with a pond, fountain, paths, skating area and outdoor gym near Centro…

Families with Kids Solo Travelers Budget Travelers

Department of Heritage

Malé 20026
Famous for: Safeguarding Maldivian archaeological sites, cultural collections and historic architecture from its central Malé National Museum precinct.

Malé’s Department of Heritage at the National Museum precinct supports Maldivian conservation, beside Sultan Park and historic civic landmarks.

History Buffs Culture Seekers Solo Travelers

Kaafu Atoll

Famous for: Luxury resort islands, protected coral reefs, reef-break surfing and convenient access from the Maldivian capital gateway.

Kaafu Atoll links North and South Malé’s reef dives, surf breaks, local islands and resorts, all within easy reach of Velana Airport.

Divers surfers honeymooners

Laamu Atoll

Famous for: Reef-ringed islands, Yin Yang surf, diving and a quieter local-island side of the Maldives.

Laamu Atoll pairs local-island culture, Kadhdhoo access, reef diving and Yin Yang surf in the southern Maldives.

Divers Surfers Eco-conscious travellers

Lonuziyaaraiy Park

Malé
Famous for: A free central Malé park with walking paths, benches, playground equipment and everyday local family activity.

Lonuziyaaraiy Park on Ameenee Magu is a free Malé green space with paved walks, benches and a playground, ideal for a local-life…

Families with young children budget travelers solo walkers

Muliaage (Palace)

Male' City 20115
Famous for: Its ornate 1914 royal façade and enduring role in the civic history of Malé.

Muliaage in Malé is the 1914 former sultan’s palace, admired from Medhuziyaaraiy Magu for its carved façade and presidential history.

History Buffs Art Lovers Solo Travelers

National Flag (Bodu Dhidha)

Malé
Famous for: A monumental public display of the Maldives’ 1965 national flag and its independence-era symbolism.

See Malé’s National Flag (Bodu Dhidha), a free 24-hour civic landmark displaying the Maldives’ 1965 red, green and white crescent flag.

History Buffs Culture Seekers Solo Travelers

Old National Museum

Malé
Famous for: Its former palace setting and connection to Maldives’ royal, archaeological and handicraft collections.

Historic former museum in Sultan Park, Malé, introducing Maldives’ royal past, Buddhist archaeology and traditional island crafts.

History Buffs Art Lovers Solo Travelers

Republic Square

Malé
Famous for: The Islamic Centre'S Golden Dome, Symbolic Monuments, Lively Evening Atmosphere

A vibrant public space surrounded by governmental buildings and offering a glimpse into the nation's history and culture.

History Buffs Culture Seekers People-Watchers

Tsunami Monument

Malé
Famous for: A waterfront steel memorial honoring Maldivian victims of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

Malé’s waterfront Tsunami Monument uses curving steel and memorial spheres to honor lives lost in the 26 December 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

History Buffs Solo Travelers Families with Kids

Victory Monument

Malé
Famous for: Commemorating The 1988 Coup Attempt, Intricate Carvings And Obelisk Design, Symbol Of Resilience And Unity.

A towering obelisk adorned with intricate carvings commemorates a triumph over a coup attempt.

History Buffs Culture Seekers Photographers

Whale Submarine

Malé
Famous for: A 45-minute submarine dive from Malé to Tear Drop Reef’s fish, caves and black coral.

Whale Submarine in Malé descends to a reef about 45 metres below the Laccadive Sea, revealing snappers, caves and black coral without…

Families with Kids Non-Swimmers Marine-Life Enthusiasts
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