Valletta's magnificent medieval cathedral is famous for the painting by Caravaggio, which hangs in its oratory, and the 369 inlaid mosaic marble tombstones that cover its floor. Each tombstone depicts the lives of the Grand Masters of the Order of St John, buried beneath.... see full details
A dramatic presentation that illustrates the history of Malta, from Neolithic to modern times, can be enjoyed at the Mediterranean Conference Centre at St. Elmo's bastion in Valletta. This building itself has been impressively restored, having been built by the Knights in the 1500s... see full details
Malta's main maritime towns have merged into a fortified conglomerate known as the Three Cities, resting on the promontories opposite Valletta. Walking tours of the area are popular. Vittoriosa is the oldest town in Malta after Mdina. It features plenty of historical architecture, including... see full details
The Hypogeum, just southwest of the Three Cities in the suburb of Paolo, is a labyrinthine complex of man-made chambers hewn out of limestone, extending about 36ft (11m) below the surface. Experts believe it was used as a burial site and temple by... see full details
The prehistoric temple complex discovered in 1839 at Hagar Qim in western Malta dates from about 3,800 BC, and has the oldest known human structures in the world. The Hagar Qim and nearby Mnajdra ruins are close to the village of Qrendi, about... see full details
Two massive megaliths were carved into temples by the pre-Phoenician Gozitans somewhere between 4,100 and 2,500 BC, and now stand on the island as mysterious monuments to a bygone age. Legend has it that they were transported to the island... see full details
Dwejra, with its secluded pebbled bathing pool and crystal clear water, is known as the ‘inland sea’ and provides the enjoyable experience of diving into the ‘blue hole’ near the Azure Window. It is an area with strange rock formations causing interesting swimming holes.... see full details
The tiny fishing village of Marsalforn on the north coast of Gozo has become the island's most popular summer resort. It offers various spots for swimming and water sports, and is well supplied with restaurants, bars and accommodation establishments.
... see full detailsLocated in Valetta, the Toy Museum showcases three floors of Maltese and international toys dating back to the 1950s, including matchbox cars, planes, dolls, train sets and an impressive Corgi car collection.
... see full detailsThe second largest Playmobil factory in the world is located here in Malta and the Playmobil Funpark is a must for children of all ages. Children can view the full range of Playmobil and run around in the play park. Tours of the... see full details
The Splash & Fun Park is a great place to take the kids on a warm summers day where they can swim and ride the water slides to their heart's content. There is also a large whirlpool where adults can relax and unwind... see full details
Also known as Sweethaven, Popeye Village is the actual set that was used for the 1980s musical of Popeye that starred Robin Williams. Children can wander round the authentic wooden buildings such as the bakery, pot office and school house. During the summer months,... see full details
At the Mediterraneo Marine Park, children will be able to enjoy learning about marine animals by watching Black Sea Dolphin shows and the exciting and entertaining show by South American Sea Lions. Parrots and Iguana are also on display here. There is even... see full details