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Full Day Male' Walking Tour

4.9(36 reviews)Malé, MaldivesOperated by Secret Paradise Maldives
  • Duration8 hours
  • GroupShared · max 8
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Spend the day exploring two of the capital islands with TripAdvisors' leading Hulhumale tour company. Your morning will be spent visiting key points of interest in the capital including the fish market, local market, Sultan Park, Presidents Palace, Friday Mosque, as well as discovering a few points off the beaten track!

We respect the communities who open their home to our guests. Through education of both guests and locals we strive to protect the environment in which we operate and limit wherever possible any negative impact preserving this country's unique location for generations to come.

Safety has always been important to our business, this is why our guides are Emergency First Responders & Life Guard Certified. We are pleased to offer safe travel and hygiene standards as required by the World Travel & Tourism Council and Maldives Safe Tourism Guidelines.

During Ramadan Feb, 17 - March 19, 2026 we are unable to offer refreshments.

Private tours available upon request.

What to expect

8 hours10 stopsShared tourMax 8 travellers
  1. 10 minutes

    Discover the background to Maldives politics.

  2. Male Fish Market

    Male

    10 minutes

    Discover why fishing is considered the life blood of the Maldives.

  3. Male Local Market

    Male

    15 minutes

    Discover the smells and taste of tropical fruits and vegetables.

  4. Hukuru Miskiiy Mosque

    Henveiru, Male

    10 minutes

    Our guides will share the story of the first mosque in Male.

  5. Grand Friday Mosque

    Male

    15 minutes

    Learn how Islam underpins daily life in the Maldives

  6. Sultan Park

    opposite the Islamic Centre on Medhuziyaaraiy Magu, Male

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Recently, re-landscaped this is the park of kings and queens, access subject to opening times.

  7. National Museum

    Chaandhanee Magu, Male

    Pass by

    Our guides will provide a briefing on what can be viewed should you decide to visit following the tour.

  8. 3 hours

    Discover the quieter side of city life

  9. Male

    Pass by

    The above are just a few highlights of our walking tour. Our aim is to allow you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Maldives and there are many locations not listed on TripAdvisor's attraction points that are there to discover!

  10. Male

    Pass by

    Please note that during Ramadan 02 April -03 May 2022 we are unable to include refreshment at a local cafes.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

Jetty, Number 1. Also known as the Presidents Jetty. Note this tour is not suitable if you are staying on a private island resort.

End / drop-off

Jetty, Number 1. Also known as the Presidents Jetty. Note this tour is not suitable if you are staying on a private island resort.

Redemption

Things to bring: Re-fillable water bottle, insect repellent, camera, money for personal expenditure. What to wear: Loose lightweight clothing, sunglasses, sun hat, comfortable shoes for walking tours. We request female guests to dress with modesty (shorts/skirts/dresses should at the very least covering the upper thigh and shoulders/chests should be fully covered) when visiting local islands including Male and during Taste of Local where we will be visiting the local community and the home of a local family. Should you wish to enter the mosques particularly on the Male City Walking tour, long trousers are required by both male and female guests. PLEASE TRAVEL RESPONSIBLY The following are a few simple tips that require very little effort on your part but which will help ensure that any effect you have on the locations you visit is positive rather than negative. • Conserve energy: Be careful not to waste valuable resources. Use local resources sparingly. Switch off lights, air conditioning and fans when you leave the hotel room and don’t waste water. • The Maldives has far less efficient waste disposal systems than you will be used to. Remove packaging from newly acquired items before leaving home. • Choose environmentally friendly products: By using environmentally reef friendly (biodegradable) sun creams you can help reduce pollution. • No matter how untidy or dirty an island may look to you, avoid littering, as there is no need to add to the environment. As an island state, the Maldives has a tough challenge dealing with rubbish and waste. Please consider taking home as much plastic waste as you can. • Refuse plastic straws at cafes and plastic bags when shopping. • It’s important to follow dress and behavior guidelines especially when within the community and visiting mosques. • Do not touch or feed marine life and follow the Green Fin Snorkeling Principals.

What's included

Included

  • Local guide
  • All Local Tax
  • Donation to Save the Beach NGO
  • Lunch & snacks from local market
  • Entrance to Art Exhibitions at National Gallery

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenditure eg. souvenirs

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Safety has always been important to our business, this is why our guides are Emergency First Responders & Life Guard Certified. We are pleased to offer safe travel and hygiene standards as required by the World Travel & Tourism Council and Maldives Safe Tourism Guidelines.

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 8 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–5), Child (6–11), Adult (12–99)

Additional information

  • The Maldives is a Muslim country and care needs to be taken in relation to the dress code on local islands. Whilst it is acceptable for men to wear T Shirts and shorts or swim shorts; females should avoid causing offence by maintaining a more conservative approach to clothes by wearing T Shirts and loose shorts/trousers. Should you wish to enter the mosques particularly on the Male City Walking tour long trousers are required by both male and female guests.
  • Tour is not suitable if you are staying on a private island resort.

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 1 day before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Indian/Maldives
Product code
9221P8

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

4.9/ 536 reviews
  • 534
  • 42

Ratings aggregated from Viator (10) and Tripadvisor (26).

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