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What to See in Malta
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Malta
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Malta has three sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list:
Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum (1980)
Located a few kilometres south of Valletta, in the town of Paola, the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is an ancient underground necropolis featuring multiple chambers. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Located a few kilometres south of Valletta, in the town of Paola, the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is an ancient underground necropolis featuring multiple chambers. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Valletta (1980)
Malta’s capital is a stunning city with exceptionally well-preserved medieval architecture. It is entirely listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Malta’s capital is a stunning city with exceptionally well-preserved medieval architecture. It is entirely listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Megalithic Temples of Malta (1980): these are seven megalithic temples built on Malta and Gozo, representative of their era both architecturally and culturally.
Malta (the island)
Bugibba-St. Paul's Bay
A major and popular seaside resort in the north of Malta, made up of several localities with a lively nightlife scene.
A major and popular seaside resort in the north of Malta, made up of several localities with a lively nightlife scene.
Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum
Located a few kilometres south of Valletta, in the town of Paola, the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is an ancient underground necropolis featuring multiple chambers. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Located a few kilometres south of Valletta, in the town of Paola, the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is an ancient underground necropolis featuring multiple chambers. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Valletta
Malta’s capital is a stunning city with exceptionally well-preserved medieval architecture. It is entirely listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Malta’s capital is a stunning city with exceptionally well-preserved medieval architecture. It is entirely listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Mdina
One of Malta’s former capitals. What is now a fortified hilltop village has preserved its charm and medieval architecture.
One of Malta’s former capitals. What is now a fortified hilltop village has preserved its charm and medieval architecture.
Mnajdra and Hagar Qim
Two adjacent sites where two megalithic temples were discovered. They are UNESCO-listed along with four others.
Two adjacent sites where two megalithic temples were discovered. They are UNESCO-listed along with four others.
Mellieħa
This small coastal town in the north is the base for exploring several beautiful nearby beaches (Golden Bay, Għajn Tuffieħa, Gnejna Bay).
This small coastal town in the north is the base for exploring several beautiful nearby beaches (Golden Bay, Għajn Tuffieħa, Gnejna Bay).
Rabat
Bordering Mdina, Rabat is known for its Roman catacombs and the Grotto of St. Paul beneath the church of the same name. Note that Rabat is also the name of the main town on Gozo, which people call Victoria to avoid confusion.
Bordering Mdina, Rabat is known for its Roman catacombs and the Grotto of St. Paul beneath the church of the same name. Note that Rabat is also the name of the main town on Gozo, which people call Victoria to avoid confusion.
Skorba
This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
St Julian's
On the outskirts of Valletta, this is primarily the area for hotels, restaurants, bars, and other daytime and nighttime entertainment spots.
On the outskirts of Valletta, this is primarily the area for hotels, restaurants, bars, and other daytime and nighttime entertainment spots.
Ta'Hagrat
This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
The Three Cities
This is the name given to the municipalities of Cospicua, Vittoriosa, and Senglea, located opposite Valletta. They are known for their churches, fortifications, and bastions built by the Knights of Malta.
This is the name given to the municipalities of Cospicua, Vittoriosa, and Senglea, located opposite Valletta. They are known for their churches, fortifications, and bastions built by the Knights of Malta.
Zurrieq
A small town in the south with various traces of its past that make it one of Malta’s oldest cities. The massive Blue Grotto is right next door.
A small town in the south with various traces of its past that make it one of Malta’s oldest cities. The massive Blue Grotto is right next door.
Natural Heritage
Dingli Cliffs
A beautiful panorama from these high cliffs on the west coast overlooking the sea. Rock climbing is possible here.
A beautiful panorama from these high cliffs on the west coast overlooking the sea. Rock climbing is possible here.
Island of Gozo (and Comino)
Ġgantija
This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
Xlendi
This traditional village on the west coast has become a major tourist hotspot. Several caves and quite beautiful landscapes can be found in the surrounding area.
This traditional village on the west coast has become a major tourist hotspot. Several caves and quite beautiful landscapes can be found in the surrounding area.
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Comino
This small island of 3.5 km² is located between Malta and Gozo. It is home to an all-inclusive resort and is popular for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and diving.
This small island of 3.5 km² is located between Malta and Gozo. It is home to an all-inclusive resort and is popular for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and diving.
Natural Heritage
Dwejra Bay
Here on Gozo, you can see a large rocky arch towering over the sea, surrounded by its bay and cliffs. The site is a designated nature reserve.
Here on Gozo, you can see a large rocky arch towering over the sea, surrounded by its bay and cliffs. The site is a designated nature reserve.
Must-see & highly recommended
Valletta
★★★★ Malta’s capital is a stunning city with exceptionally well-preserved medieval architecture. It is entirely listed as a UNESCO World…
Recommended
Comino
★★★ This small island of 3.5 km² is located between Malta and Gozo. It is home to an all-inclusive resort and is popular for its beautiful…
Blue Grotto
★★★ South of Malta, near Żurrieq, it’s a series of seven sea caves to explore by boat.
Mdina
★★★ One of Malta’s former capitals. What is now a fortified hilltop village has preserved its charm and medieval architecture.
The Three Cities
★★★ This is the name given to the municipalities of Cospicua, Vittoriosa, and Senglea, located opposite Valletta. They are known for their…
Worth a look / Other
Dwejra Bay
★★ Here on Gozo, you can see a large rocky arch towering over the sea, surrounded by its bay and cliffs. The site is a designated nature…
Dingli Cliffs
★★ A beautiful panorama from these high cliffs on the west coast overlooking the sea. Rock climbing is possible here.
Ġgantija
★★ This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
Gharb
★★ It's a charming little "traditional" village in the north of Gozo Island.
Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum
★★ Located a few kilometres south of Valletta, in the town of Paola, the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is an ancient underground necropolis…
Marsaxlokk
★★ A charming fishing port in the southeast of the island.
Mnajdra and Hagar Qim
★★ Two adjacent sites where two megalithic temples were discovered. They are UNESCO-listed along with four others.
Rabat (Malta)
★★ Bordering Mdina, Rabat is known for its Roman catacombs and the Grotto of St. Paul beneath the church of the same name. Note that Rabat is…
Tarxien
★★ The site features several UNESCO-listed megalithic temples.
Victoria (Malta)
★★ This is the largest settlement on Gozo. It features a citadel and a beautiful cathedral.
Xlendi
★★ This traditional village on the west coast has become a major tourist hotspot. Several caves and quite beautiful landscapes can be found in…
Bugibba-St. Paul's Bay
★ A major and popular seaside resort in the north of Malta, made up of several localities with a lively nightlife scene.
Marsalforn
★ It’s the main seaside resort on the island of Gozo.
Marsaskala
★ A small port popular with divers, located in the southeast of Malta.
Mellieħa
★ This small coastal town in the north is the base for exploring several beautiful nearby beaches (Golden Bay, Għajn Tuffieħa…
Skorba
★ This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
Sliema
★ A luxury seaside resort and residential area 5 kilometres north of Valletta.
St Julian's
★ On the outskirts of Valletta, this is primarily the area for hotels, restaurants, bars, and other daytime and nighttime entertainment spots.
Ta'Hagrat
★ This site is part of the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples, along with others on both Malta and Gozo.
Zurrieq
★ A small town in the south with various traces of its past that make it one of Malta’s oldest cities. The massive Blue Grotto is right…