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Shopping in the Maldives: Markets, Duty Free and Crafts
Malé’s fish market, island-made crafts and duty free at the airport, the CROSSROADS marina shops and handwoven mats from Gadhdhoo.
Our 10 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love the Maldives.
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The catch comes straight in
Malé Fish Market
Malé’s oldest market, busy with fishermen, butchers and customers as the day’s catch comes ashore.
Malé waterfront, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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Perfume, watches and souvenirs
Duty Free Maldives
The airport’s licensed duty-free operator since 2018, with a shop outside the arrivals gate that is open to non-passengers.
Velana International Airport, Hulhulé 22000, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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Markets 1
In Malé.
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The catch comes straight in
Malé Fish Market
Malé’s oldest market, busy with fishermen, butchers and customers as the day’s catch comes ashore.
Malé waterfront, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
Airport 3
Duty free.
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Island-made, at the airport
Authentic Maldives, Velana airport
An airport shop of genuine Maldivian crafts, spices and organic cosmetics, sourced directly from the atolls.
Velana International Airport, Hulhulé 22000, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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Shopping before you clear the airport
Dhovemi, Velana airport
The shop outside the arrivals gate, open to passengers and non-passengers, with souvenirs, sunglasses and beauty.
Velana International Airport, Hulhulé 22000, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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Perfume, watches and souvenirs
Duty Free Maldives
The airport’s licensed duty-free operator since 2018, with a shop outside the arrivals gate that is open to non-passengers.
Velana International Airport, Hulhulé 22000, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
Marina shopping 5
At CROSSROADS.
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Holiday supplies
Delco Minimart, CROSSROADS
A minimart at CROSSROADS for snacks, drinks, toiletries and holiday supplies.
CROSSROADS Maldives, South Malé Atoll, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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Open 11am to 11pm
OKEAN Marina
A fashion boutique with travel essentials at Maritime Plaza, open 11am to 11pm daily.
CROSSROADS Maldives, South Malé Atoll, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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Everything for the water
Rip Curl, CROSSROADS
The surf brand’s store at The Marina, for swimwear, holiday clothes, waterproof bags and watches.
CROSSROADS Maldives, South Malé Atoll, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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Shops, dining and street markets
The Marina @ CROSSROADS
A marina promenade of shops and restaurants, with the Hard Rock Cafe and seasonal street markets.
CROSSROADS Maldives, South Malé Atoll, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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T-shirts, pins and memorabilia
The Rock Shop, CROSSROADS
Hard Rock’s store at the marina, with clothing, collectible pins, music souvenirs and the classic T-shirts.
CROSSROADS Maldives, South Malé Atoll, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
Crafts 1
Island makers.
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Handwoven mats from the weavers
Thundu Kunaa mats of Gadhdhoo
Handwoven Thundu Kunaa mats, a traditional Maldivian craft, bought from the weavers of Gadhdhoo.
Gadhdhoo, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Republic of MaldivesExplore View on map
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