The Best of Malta
Parks & Nature
A peaceful haven with huge trees and colourful flowers. There are also peacocks roaming freely. The palace is home to Malta's President. Only 7 minutes away on foot.
65 locals recommend
San Anton Gardens
7 St. George'sA peaceful haven with huge trees and colourful flowers. There are also peacocks roaming freely. The palace is home to Malta's President. Only 7 minutes away on foot.
Ġnejna Bay Beach
One of my top picks for best beach in Malta
My number 1 favourite beach in Malta ;)
Bring a snorkel and try to spot some wild fish or a ray.
71 locals recommend
Ghajn Tuffieha Bay
Triq In-NahhalijaMy number 1 favourite beach in Malta ;)
Bring a snorkel and try to spot some wild fish or a ray.
Arts & Culture
This beautiful Palazzo is open to the public with tours in different languages. Look out for the current Marquis who lives there and often takes his parrot Kiku out to the garden for some fresh air.
26 locals recommend
Casa Rocca Piccola
74 Republic StThis beautiful Palazzo is open to the public with tours in different languages. Look out for the current Marquis who lives there and often takes his parrot Kiku out to the garden for some fresh air.
If you enjoy well-preserved period homes you'll love the neo-classical architecture of Palazzo Parisio, a hidden gem in Naxxar with beautiful gardens and a restaurant.
38 locals recommend
Palazzo Parisio
If you enjoy well-preserved period homes you'll love the neo-classical architecture of Palazzo Parisio, a hidden gem in Naxxar with beautiful gardens and a restaurant.
There's usually an interesting art exhibition at this arts hub located in a fort, in Valletta. They also screen independent films.
22 locals recommend
Spazju Kreattiv
There's usually an interesting art exhibition at this arts hub located in a fort, in Valletta. They also screen independent films.
Getting Around
Get the ferry to Gozo from here. You pay on the way back.
34 locals recommend
Cirkewwa Ferry Terminal station
Triq Il-MarfaGet the ferry to Gozo from here. You pay on the way back.
Groceries
This is a large supermarket, you will also find a toy shop, clothes shop, home store, and cafe.
21 locals recommend
Smart Supermarket
Naxxar RoadThis is a large supermarket, you will also find a toy shop, clothes shop, home store, and cafe.
The Saving Spot
Small grocery store
Traditional bakery in the neighbouring town of Balzan - try some fresh Maltese bread (hobza) from here.
Rogolin Bakery
Traditional bakery in the neighbouring town of Balzan - try some fresh Maltese bread (hobza) from here.
Food scene
Excellent handmade bread & pastries, pick up a fresh croissant for breakfast or try some different focaccias for lunch.
Toghma
Excellent handmade bread & pastries, pick up a fresh croissant for breakfast or try some different focaccias for lunch.
Mc Sims
Typical pastizzeria - you can find local snacks like pastizzia and qassatat here.
Pizziamoci
Triq F. S. CaruanaMy favourite local pizza spot
Bars
Busy pub, very popular with locals. Try a pint of Maltese beer: Cisk is a lovely light brew.
15 locals recommend
Zmerc Pub
Busy pub, very popular with locals. Try a pint of Maltese beer: Cisk is a lovely light brew.
Traditional old bar - you can have a drink or try tea in a glass or pick up a ftira (filled local bread) for lunch.
Hefu Bar
Traditional old bar - you can have a drink or try tea in a glass or pick up a ftira (filled local bread) for lunch.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Getting around by bus in Malta
Buses are the main method of public transport in Malta (apart from ferries). If you'll be using public transport, you should get a multi-day bus card at the airport.
Useful phrases
Basic Maltese phrases
Thank you: Grazzi
Please: Jekk joghgbok (yekk yoj-bok)
Good morning: Bongu (bon-ju)