National Museum

Tickets are $10, only credit cards are accepted, no cash! Opening hours: Sunday-Thursday 10:00-16:00 Not open for visits on Friday and Saturday! The museum was originally divided into two parts: the old hall and the new hall. The old hall is currently closed, and all exhibits are on display in the new hall. But it is still necessary to introduce the history of the old hall: the old hall is located in Sultan Park in the city center, and was originally part of the Maldives palace in the 17th century. It was first opened on November 11, 1952 (National Day) and was founded by Prime Minister Mohamed Amin Didi to preserve history and inspire the patriotism of the people. The new hall was donated by China in 2010 and officially opened on Independence Day. Currently, only two floors are open for visits: The lower floor (ground floor): focuses on the early history of Buddhism to Islam, exhibiting Buddha statues, stone carved wood boards, weapons, daily utensils, etc. Upper floor: modern treasures on display: court supplies (throne, top hat), the country's first phonograph, telephone, mainframe, President Nasheed's "underwater cabinet" meeting minutes, 6-meter-long whale bone exhibition, etc. 🎬2025.7.17

The history not follow timeframe. And not so much things you will know about Maldivian history. Only old things are displayed. It a National museum bro, my expectation is high. Not worth to visit this. The ticket $10

The museum charges $10 per adult, which is reasonable but might feel a bit steep considering there aren’t many exhibits to see. I managed to explore everything and read the accompanying information in just 45 minutes. While the exhibition is limited, it does provide some insight into the local history and culture, making it an acceptable option (perhaps the best option) for a short visit (around 2-3 hours) in Male. However, don’t expect an extensive or immersive experience. It’s just good for a quick cultural stop.

A 10 dollars admission for foreigners for a small collection of Maldives' cultural and historical displays. Some artefacts are indeed interesting to have a look at. Everything has an English title and simple explanation. They do provide a short wifi connectivity for those needed. Yiu just have to ask the counter for a verification code.

Cost 155 MVR by card payment only. Free 30mins wifi. Given a key to put your stuff in locker. Nice museum with a wide range of collection ranging from clothes, money, stamps, daily use items, royal bed, chairs, weapon, boats, musical instruments, whale bones, corals and seashells etc. Not crowded.

I recommend a visit. It’s perhaps the smallest national museum I’ve visited, but far from the worst. I enjoyed that there’s not too much and I can relate to the fact that Maldives is after all only 60 years old (1 year older than me) when it comes to independence and a very small economy. Definitely come along, donate $10 to the upkeep and enjoy a short but interesting visit.

Its galleries consist of e floors of exhibitions , ground floor- artefacts and utensils from sultan palaces, National Monetary exhibition, first new things in Maldives: typewriters with Dhevali characters, 1st computer, first ATM, microscope to dissect mosquitoes( maldivian fever carrier) etc. Philatelic museum, then continuing on 2nd floor , whale skeletons show, sultan, royal accessories, utensils, chairs, thrones, palanquin, beds, etc. it’s offer 30 minutes free wifi, on request at checkin counter.

The museum is good has lots of good artifacts and the entrance price is cheap. It’s a little small and some things are poorly labeled such as the pottery which don’t say where they come from or their story. The stamp collection was one of my favorite parts with so many beautiful historical Maldivian stamps. I couldn’t help but feeling that they should also sell some stamps there, perhaps from collections the post office are currently offering, would mean visitors could take a collectors piece home. All-in-all I enjoyed it though and the staff are helpful!