There's lots to do on your visit to Malta. We've listed a few suggestions below from wandering the narrow streets of the capital, Valletta, to diving to fine dining in St Julians and others...
Wandering In Valletta
Valletta is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is European City of Culture in 2018. Meander down the narrow streets and soak up the culture of this majestic fortress city, with Renaissance cathedrals, Baroque palaces and some of Europe’s finest art work at every corner.
Boat Trips to Take in the Grand Harbour and the Blue Lagoon
Whether it’s accessing hidden beaches, admiring the famous Grand Harbour or just relaxing by the sea, the best way to see Malta is by boat. One popular way to see the Grand Harbour is by traditional dghajsa, a Phoenician style wooden boat.
Comino, the smallest of the islands situated between Malta and Gozo, is home to the iridescent blue waters of the Blue Lagoon. There are regular day trips by boat leaving from Malta and Gozo, giving visitors the chance to explore Comino’s beautiful beaches, its nature reserve and bird sanctuary, and offering up a little piece of paradise for the day.
Diving
Malta and Gozo are ranked third in the world and best in the Mediterranean by Diver Magazine (Best Diving Destination Awards) for their crystal clear waters, rich marine life, archaeological ruins and World War II wrecks. Malta’s clear waters are also very safe – there are no tides or dangerous currents. Diving is a must-do activity when visiting the islands.
Nightlife
Malta is always bustling with lots of clubs to visit, excellent wine bars and first-rate restaurants to try. Indeed, the Maltese Islands have also become a hub for the clubbing scene. Internationally renowned DJs like Paul Oakenfold, Erick Morillo, Magda, Tiesto, Van Heill appear for guest weekends throughout the year. The main nightlife clubbing action is in Paceville, on the coast near St. Julians, where the clubs and bars are in abundance.
Events
The Islands have an effervescent calendar of cultural events to see, such as the Malta Arts Festival, the Malta International Fireworks Festival, the Valletta Baroque Festival, the Opera Festival, the Choir Festival and the International Jazz Festival held in July.
Music Festivals
Major music concerts starring top international artists are held every summer, attracting massive crowds of both tourists and locals alike. The Isle of MTV is one of the biggest music festivals in Europe, attracting crowds of more than 50,000 people and takes place on 27th June 2017. For opera lovers, the Joseph Calleja concert featuring Andrea Bocelli takes place on 19th August 2017.
Fine Dining in St Julians
Malta’s cuisine is distinctive, delicious and diverse. Foodies will be delighted by Malta’s eclectic mix of award winning restaurants, fine wines, al fresco dining, and beautiful locations. St Julian’s in particular is a hub of sophisticated waterfront restaurants and chic and stylish eateries.
A Visit to St John’s Co-Cathedral
Majestically standing in the centre of Valletta, St John’s Co-Cathedral is a masterpiece in Baroque architecture and one of Malta’s most fascinating and popular cultural sights. Built for the Knights of St John between 1573 and 1578, St John’s Co-Cathedral houses some of the world’s most beautiful works of art, including several important works by Caravaggio, including the only painting that has actually been signed by the artist himself.
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