Mdina — The Silent City Where Time StoppedmdinaMalta's former capital, home to a few dozen aristocrats. No cars, a Game of Thrones gate, and the best chocolate cake on the island.Guide to the islands
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St. Paul's Catacombs in Rabat — An Underground City of the DeadBeneath Rabat is a second city — carved in rock, dark and silent. A Roman-era cemetery and one of the most fascinating sites on Malta.Before you go
Mdina — The Silent City Where Time StoppedmdinaMalta's former capital, home to a few dozen aristocrats. No cars, a Game of Thrones gate, and the best chocolate cake on the island.
Birgu (Vittoriosa): a walk, Fort St Angelo and museumsbirguChoose a walk through Birgu, a visit to Fort St Angelo or the Inquisitor’s Palace, and plan your arrival via Bormla.
Fenek — Why a Sea Island's National Dish Is RabbitcuisineMalta's national dish is not fish. It's rabbit. And there is a fascinating political story behind it.
Pastizzi — Malta's Most Iconic Street FoodcuisineIf you leave Malta without eating pastizzi you have done it wrong. Everything you need to know about the island's most beloved snack.
Caravaggio in Malta — A Murderer Who Became a KnightcaravaggioHe fled Rome under a death sentence, arrived in Malta and painted a masterpiece. Then got into another fight and was thrown out. Netflix-ready.
Grand Master's Palace — Where Napoleon Stole EverythingSightseeingThe seat of power for 400 years. Knights, Napoleon, President. An armoury with 5,000 pieces and tapestries that make your head spin.
Upper Barrakka Gardens — The Best View in VallettaSightseeingGrand Harbour from above, cannons firing at noon, and a €1 lift. One of the finest free views in Europe.
Malta Top Attractions — What Is Worth It (and What You Can Skip)SightseeingThe sightseeing list is long. The list of places you will actually remember is shorter. Here it is.
Malta Festivals and Events — When the Island Goes WildeventsEvery village has its patron saint. And once a year throws a party like there is no tomorrow. Here is what you need to see.
Where to Stay in Malta: An Honest Area GuideAccommodationChoose the wrong base and you'll be stuck in traffic or bored stiff. Here's how to pick the right neighbourhood.
Malta Prices 2026 — How Much Should You Budget?pricesMalta is no longer cheap. But it is cheaper than Italy. Here is a realistic price guide for 2026.