Tourist Attractions in Malta

Before visiting Malta, a savvy tourist needs to understand what attractions he or she and their family’s want to see. However, for being such a small country, there are many, many places to explore. This guide will, hopefully, allow a tourist to learn more about the many attractions available in Malta.

Historical Sites

The Republic has a rich history dating back thousands of years. This means that there are many ancient sites for tourist to visit. The most well-known, and popular, sites are listed below:

  • Megalithic Temples

The Megalithic Temples are a large group of ruins that date back to 3000 B.C. They are believed to be the oldest discovered man-made structures in the world. Of these temples, seven of them are acknowledged and protected as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These temples, though built at different times and places, have very similar and fascinating architecture. These temples are ripe with history and definitely should be a priority for most tourists.

  • Cathedrals

Malta has a very rich Catholic history which has resulted in the creation of ancient, and awe-inspiring, Cathedrals. These Cathedrals, dedicated to St. Paul and Mary Magdalene and St. John, were built around the 1500s. These Cathedrals offer a fascinating look at the history of Malta and the Catholic religion and are well worth a visit.

  • Hypogeum of Ħal-Saflieni

The Hypogeum is the only pre-historic underground Temple in the World. This Temple was used both as a sanctuary and a cemetery for thousands of years and, thus, has plenty of unique artifacts to view. This temple was cut into the rock up to 10 meters under the ground, and extends for around 500 meters. To visit this site, it is vital to book early. To avoid damage to the limestone, only 80 people per day are allowed inside the temple, so it fills up fast.

Beaches

For those who are seeking the sun and sand, Malta has you covered as well. With plenty of sandy beaches for enjoying the glorious weather, or taking a swim in the warm waters, you are never far from the perfect relaxation spot. Malta also famous limestone beaches perfect for enjoying the view or snorkeling and scuba diving. With breath-taking underwater vistas and curious fish, these beaches can easily create life-long memories.
Malta Beach

Markets

For those who enjoy shopping, Malta has you covered as well. With many food and flea markets scattered across the island, there is no shortage of items to peruse or buy. Whatever a person’s tastes, there is certain to be someone selling a unique and wonderful food item or souvenir.

Nightlife

For those really seeking a good time, the nightlife in Malta is something to remember. Centered around Paceville, there is everything that a person seeking a good time could want. From clubs to concerts to casinos and everything in between, Malta’s nightlife has it all. There are so many things to explore that a fun-loving tourist will never, ever, be bored.

Cruises

For those seeking to get a great view of the beautiful Ocean around Malta, there are cruises to suit your needs. Whether wanting an shout cruise, or a unique glass-bottomed boat cruise there are plenty of options to suit anyone’s tastes. Also, with the many islands scattered around, a cruise might be a good way to get away from it all and just enjoy the stunning scenery.

Conclusion

This is only a short list of the features and attractions that are available on Malta. There are so many things to do, restaurants to enjoy, beaches to explore that the most discerning of tourist will never feel bored. Once in Malta, perhaps a savvy tourist could visit the tourist center to ask for attractions or, even better, just ask the people of Malta. They would really know the great places to go.