Malta Holidays | Holidays to Malta

Overview

Basking beneath over 300 days of Mediterranean sunshine a year, Malta makes a great year-round holiday destination. The tiny island is packed with plenty to do, from its fascinating historical sights to diving, hiking and shopping.

Enjoy al fresco dinners beside pretty harbours or sophisticated nightlife in St Julian's Bay. Visit the movie sets of blockbuster films like Gladiator, Alexander and Troy.

The coastline of Malta is mainly rocky, but you'll find a long stretch of sand at Mellieha Bay. Bugibba, St Paul's and Qawra are all peaceful, seaside resorts with plenty of restaurants and beautiful architecture. Don't miss a trip to capital Valleta, European Capital of Culture for 2018, with its fortresses, palaces and churches.

Book a holiday in Malta and discover why thousands of visitors return to this island year after year.

Things To Do

Although Malta isnt noted for its sandy beaches, the rocky coastline and clear waters are a mecca for diving and snorkelling enthusiasts. Sailing, windsurfing and kitesurfing are on the water sport menu too, together with banana boats and jetskis. One of Malta's main attractions is its fascinating history, spanning over 6000 years and covering everything from the Knights of Saint John to the Second World War. An efficient bus service enables you to easily visit the island's various historical sites, or take a guided tour to find out more. For shopping and culture, head to Valletta and Sliema. Take a boat trip to the neighbouring island of Gozo, for sperb beaches and tranquilty. Families should head to the Popeye Village Fun Park in Mellieha Bay. Visit the TaQuali Crafts Village to watch local artisans at work and buy filigree jewellery, lace, glass and other traditional handicrafts. Carnivals and fiestas bring Malta's towns to life throughout the summer months.

For a quiet night head for St Julians harbour area lined with bougainvillea clad restaurants and bars. Party animals should head for Paceville, between Spinola Bay and St Georges Bay, where theres something for everyone: trance clubs, R&B and hiphop joints, salsa bars and alternative/rock bars. Footloose, Havana and the huge Axis club are among the funkiest venues. Besides clubs youll also find other kinds of entertainment in Paceville, including Maltas largest cinema, a bowling alley, sports bars and gentlemens clubs. Close to the cities of Mdina and Rabat in the Eastern part of Malta youll find Gianpula an openair club playing R&B and hiphop surrounded by fields. Another openair venue worth a visit is Numero Uno in TaQuali Craft Village, which has Maltas largest dance floor.

Food & Drink

Maltese cuisine is typically Mediterranean, with freshlycaught seafood readily available throughout the island. You'll also find a great choice of international restaurants, serving up English, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Lebanese and Thai dishes. Speciality drinks include wines like Marsovin and Delicata and local beers and liqueurs.