Charming European Towns Malta

Dingli is one of the most tranquil settlements in Malta. It is situated on the isolated western coast. The village is the highest point in the country, perched on a plateau roughly 250 meters above sea level. It is known for its dramatic cliffs that provide breathtaking views of the far coast.

The Buskett Gardens, tucked away among orange and pine trees, is a great place for a picnic.

The Verdala Palace is the residence of the Maltese President. It was built in 1586 and is available for public tours.

One of Malta’s tiniest settlements is Gharghur. It is situated on a hilltop between two valleys. The village has many interesting buildings.

In the ancient town center, the Old Bakery sheds light on the Arabic past of the area.

The Semaphore Tower was built in 1848 and served as a communication point and was restored in 2009.

See the impressive Gharghur Bridge.

On the southeast coast of Malta lies the quaint fishing village of Marsaxlokk. It is well-known for its vibrant fishing boats or luzzu, that form a line down the coast.

The harborfront promenade is lined with restaurants and bars, where you can relax and watch the fishermen go out to sea.

Built in 1897 and devoted to the Madonna of Pompei, the Marsaxlokk Parish Church sits in the main plaza.

Mdina offers expansive vistas of the rural Maltese landscape from its hillside location. The town has been around for over 4,000 years and is encircled by old walls and has winding alleyways lined by old buildings.

Enter the town through the impressive 18th-century Mdina Gate.

The Cathedral of Saint Paul has beautiful murals.  It stands on the site where St. Paul is believed to have met the Roman governor Publius after his shipwreck in AD 60.

A lovely place to spend a hot summer day in Malta is Mellieha. Perched atop a hill on the northernmost stretch of the country’s shoreline visitors can get views of the whole Maltese landscape.

The longest sandy beach in Malta, Mellie Bay, is just one of the several cellent beaches in this well-liked tourist town.

Built in 1649, St. Agatha’s Tower offers breathtaking views of Mosta and Gozo.

The Coral Lagoon is a great diving location.

Situated on the Maltese island of Gozo, Nadur is the second-largest city. Ferries travel between Malta and Gozo from Magarr Harbor.

The Nadur Parish Church is a Baroque basilica built in 1760 and the most notable landmark.

The 17th-century Sopu Tower offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area, especially the rocky coastline.

Over the past 50 years, Sliema – once a sleepy fishing town – has grown to become one of the popular vacation spots in Malta. The coastline is dotted with eateries and cafes featuring regional cuisine. It is also a popular shopping destination.

Along Manoel Dimech Street are a variety of retail establishments.

There are a number of beaches to choose from like Surfside Beach, a long stretch of smooth rock where you can sunbathe and swim.

Just north of Sliema is the charming seaside town of St. Julian’s (San Giljan).

A lovely bay in the Balluta neighborhood is a nice place to begin the day.

Along the seafront promenade are numerous restaurants and cafes.

The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mellieha, a Carmelite church is a neo-Gothic building with a view of the water.

Go up the tall Portomaso Tower for breathtaking views over the town.

The largest town on Gozo is Victoria (Rabat). It is home to a wide range of historical and cultural sites.

Citadel (aka Ċittadella) in the heart of Victoria is a remarkable Maltese fortress that has guarded the island since the late medieval era.

The Ta’ Mena Estate features undulating hills covered with fruit trees and grapevines.