Overview
A flexible and customizable tour to enjoy Male’ city and nearby areas at your own pace. Experience the densely packed streets of the city with the many sights it has to offer. Private tour ensures a personalized service with attention to details. Our licensed guides provide immaculate briefings and orientation and will assist in the much needed photography in the locations. While the tour covers all historical and important locations within Male’, you can also opt to include Vilimale visit (a small island south of Male’) should you wish to. Our guide will be accompanying you throughout the tour to maximize your understanding of the locations and making sure your experience is worthwhile.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Pick up from Hotels in Hulhumale' for a fee of USD 25.00 for two pax
- Airport Pick up and drop off offered - USD 25.00 up to two pax
- Pick up from hotels in Male' City
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Admission fees to the National Museum (10 USD per person)
- Villingili, Malé (Optional Tour if Travelers choose the option for this tour)
- Pickup in Hulhumale and airport at an extra charge of $25 up to two pax. Payable direct to supplier.
- National Museum
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
This area is a designated area historically designated as a resting area for the local fishermen. Overtime it has become an area where locals go in the evening and spend time along the benches of the park.
Stop 2
A landmark of the Maldives, and a UNESCO world heritage for its unique architecture, this mosque was built in 1705 CE. The mosque is still in use to date.
Stop 3
The parliament of the Maldives commonly known as "People's Majilis". The term "Majilis" is derived from the arabic language and means a place of special gatherings for administrative, social or religious natures.
Stop 4
The designated and official residence of the President of the Maldives.
Stop 5
One of the Biggest attraction of the Maldives. This park is built on the demolished Royal palace in the 16th Century. Admission fee is per person applies if entering the park.
Stop 6
Series of souvenir shops ands cafes along this road for you to check out. Handmade crafts and workmanship of the locals can be seen in this area whilst enjoying a cool refreshing drink from any of the cafes on this road.
Stop 7
This was a part of the Presidential Palace until it was separated from the Building and still remains as an enclave of the area. It houses Moroccan Scholar Abul Barakat yousef Al-Berberi, who is believed to have introduced Islam to the nation in 1153.
Stop 8
Established in 1952, this is the first Museum of the Maldives. Admission is per person for entrance to the museum.
Stop 9
Also known as the Islamic center of the Maldives, it is named after one of the most celebrated Maldivian hero, Sultan Muhammad Thakurufaanu Al Auzam of the Maldives. Up until 2021, this remained the largest mosque in the Maldives. This Center serves as a conference hall, an Islamic Library and also houses Ministry of Islamic Affairs of the Maldives.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels