Art Galleries & Museums · 21 of the best in the Maldives
National Museum
The nation’s story in stone and wood
About National Museum
The National Museum opened on 19 November 1952 as the country’s first museum. Its collection traces the islands’ history through stone carvings, early panels in Thaana script and royal artefacts. The official opening hours are Saturday to Thursday, 10.15am to 4pm.
Why it's on our list
- Opened in 1952
- Stone carvings
- Royal artefacts
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with National Museum before you go.