Beach near Male, Maldives

Male Travel Guide

Maldives

Malé is the capital of the Maldives and has a population of 103,693. It is a compact island city in the Indian Ocean and the country’s main urban centre.

Most visitors arrive by air at Velana International Airport (MLE), which serves Malé. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of the city, so travellers looking for a beach day may need to consider other islands or resort areas.

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Local time

103,693

Population

5,292 miles away

Weather in Male

Sun

29°

Mon

29°

Tue

29°

Know before you go

Pays in MVR

Plug type Type C & Type D & Type G & Type L & Type J & Type K

Emergency 112

Dial code +960

Tipping: Tipping isn't deeply ingrained in Maldivian culture, but it's increasingly appreciated in tourist areas for good service. It's a nice way to show your gratitude.

Best time to visit Male

Jan

28°18

Feb

28°6

Mar

29°15

Apr

29°19

May

29°22

Jun

29°13

Jul

29°16

Aug

29°16

Sep

29°19

Oct

29°19

Nov

28°19

Dec

28°18

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Male

  1. Lonuziyaaraiy Park

    park

    1 km

  2. Schwack Cinema

    movie theater

    0.5 km

  3. 0.2 km

  4. 0.2 km

  5. Social Centre Male' City

    music venue

    0.8 km

  6. Olympus Cinema

    movie theater

    0.1 km

  7. Masjid Al-Furuqan

    muslim place of worship

    0.5 km

  8. Kudakudhinge Bageechaa Children's Park

    park

    0.8 km

Getting there

Velana International Airport · 2.7 km

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