Guidebook for Żebbuġ
Sightseeing
St Philip Church
Sqaq Il-KnisjaTypical Maltese church built in the late seventeenth century.
It is one of the most striking architectural features which exist in the village and was for years the entrance to the village for anyone approaching from the direction of the capital city Valletta.
De Rohan Arch
It is one of the most striking architectural features which exist in the village and was for years the entrance to the village for anyone approaching from the direction of the capital city Valletta.
Mdina is the old capital of Malta. A visit to Mdina is like entering a time machine that will take you back centuries. You’ll have great fun exploring it.
472 locals recommend
Mdina
Mdina is the old capital of Malta. A visit to Mdina is like entering a time machine that will take you back centuries. You’ll have great fun exploring it.
They are so called because the Maltese believe that the 3rd century St Agatha prayed at the chapel here. The chapel is decorated with frescoes painted between the 12th and 16th centuries.
11 locals recommend
St. Agatha's Historical Complex and Catacombs
Hal-BajjadaThey are so called because the Maltese believe that the 3rd century St Agatha prayed at the chapel here. The chapel is decorated with frescoes painted between the 12th and 16th centuries.
The large St Paul's catacoombs is a maze of gloomy interconnected narrow pathways that twist around ancient tombs that children will enjoy exploring - a torch will prove useful.
81 locals recommend
St Paul's Catacombs
Hal-BajjadaThe large St Paul's catacoombs is a maze of gloomy interconnected narrow pathways that twist around ancient tombs that children will enjoy exploring - a torch will prove useful.
The Roman domus is a Roman-era house dating back to the last half of 2nd century BC. Its pavements incorporate mosaic compositions which are comparable to those of Pompeii and Sicily.
34 locals recommend
Domvs Romana
GheriexemThe Roman domus is a Roman-era house dating back to the last half of 2nd century BC. Its pavements incorporate mosaic compositions which are comparable to those of Pompeii and Sicily.
Għar Lapsi is a small rocky inlet and a popular beauty spot, used mostly by locals and a few fishermen.The rocky shoreline here is popular with divers and swimmers.
37 locals recommend
Ghar Lapsi
Għar Lapsi is a small rocky inlet and a popular beauty spot, used mostly by locals and a few fishermen.The rocky shoreline here is popular with divers and swimmers.
The Blue Grotto is actually a number of sea caverns. Every morning a unique sight can be observed here with the sunlight leading to the water mirroring showing numerous shades of blue.
35 locals recommend
Blue Grotto Trips Departure Wharf
Wied HoxtThe Blue Grotto is actually a number of sea caverns. Every morning a unique sight can be observed here with the sunlight leading to the water mirroring showing numerous shades of blue.
Ħaġar Qim is a megalithic temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site dating from 3600 to 3200 BC.
165 locals recommend
Hagar Qim
Triq Hagar QimĦaġar Qim is a megalithic temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site dating from 3600 to 3200 BC.
Mnajdra is a megalithic temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site approximately 500 metres from the Ħaġar Qim megalithic complex. Mnajdra was built around the fourth millennium BCE.
66 locals recommend
Mnajdra
Mnajdra is a megalithic temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site approximately 500 metres from the Ħaġar Qim megalithic complex. Mnajdra was built around the fourth millennium BCE.
A tiny harbour set in a narrow inlet in the cliffs and guarded by a watchtower. Here, boats depart for enjoyable 30-minute cruises to the Blue Grotto, a fantastic cave system.
33 locals recommend
Wied Iż-Żurrieq
A tiny harbour set in a narrow inlet in the cliffs and guarded by a watchtower. Here, boats depart for enjoyable 30-minute cruises to the Blue Grotto, a fantastic cave system.
The highest point of the Maltese Islands with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. The cliffs propose a majestic sight with breathtaking views of the open sea and a small island Filfla.
10 locals recommend
Cliffs station
Triq PanoramikaThe highest point of the Maltese Islands with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. The cliffs propose a majestic sight with breathtaking views of the open sea and a small island Filfla.
Malta's only real woodland is one of the greenest areas in Malta, with its trees and shrubs offering a peaceful and delightful setting in which to take picnics, walks and find some shade from the sun.
20 locals recommend
Buskett Woods
Malta's only real woodland is one of the greenest areas in Malta, with its trees and shrubs offering a peaceful and delightful setting in which to take picnics, walks and find some shade from the sun.
The gigantic dome of Mosta's parish Church is said to be the 4th-largest church dome in Europe (Note: Some say 3rd largest!). During WW2 a bomb pierced the dome but did not explode.
86 locals recommend
Mosta Rotunda
The gigantic dome of Mosta's parish Church is said to be the 4th-largest church dome in Europe (Note: Some say 3rd largest!). During WW2 a bomb pierced the dome but did not explode.
Granted World Heritage listing by UNESCO. One of the most concentrated historic areas in the world, renowned for its massive fortifications & architectural excellence. European Capital of Culture 2018
594 locals recommend
Valletta
Granted World Heritage listing by UNESCO. One of the most concentrated historic areas in the world, renowned for its massive fortifications & architectural excellence. European Capital of Culture 2018
Malta's prettiest fishing village with an interesting open-air market every Sunday morning.
192 locals recommend
Marsaxlokk
Malta's prettiest fishing village with an interesting open-air market every Sunday morning.
Marsaskala
A pretty fishing village.
Pretty Bay
A large sandy beach in the south of Malta.
Il-Kalanka Bay
A beautiful rocky beach in the south of Malta.
Xrobb l-Ghagin
A beautiful rocky beach in the south of Malta.
St. Peter's Pool
A beautiful rocky beach in the south of Malta.
Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum
A very interesting underground temple dating from 4000BC.
Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa
One of Malta's prettiest sandy beaches.
One of Malta's prettiest sandy beaches beautiful golden-coloured sand.
207 locals recommend
Golden Bay
One of Malta's prettiest sandy beaches beautiful golden-coloured sand.
Ġnejna Bay Beach
A beautiful sandy beach (only accessible by car).
The crystal-clear waters reflect the blue sky as let you see the pure white sand bottom of this part of the Mediterranean Sea. Perfect for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving or relaxing on the beach.
122 locals recommend
Blue Lagoon
Triq KemmunetiThe crystal-clear waters reflect the blue sky as let you see the pure white sand bottom of this part of the Mediterranean Sea. Perfect for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving or relaxing on the beach.
Għadira Bay
Malta's largest sandy beach.
Built as a film set for the production of the 1980 live-action musical feature film Popeye starring Robin Williams. Today it is open to the public as an open-air museum & family entertainment complex.
143 locals recommend
Popeye Village
Triq Tal-PrajjetBuilt as a film set for the production of the 1980 live-action musical feature film Popeye starring Robin Williams. Today it is open to the public as an open-air museum & family entertainment complex.
Everything Else
L. Mifsud Tomasi
L. Mifsud TomasiHair dresser open from Tuesday to Saturday.
Qormi
Famous for its delicious Maltese bread.
The Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens pays homage to the Maltese Islands’ distinct stone, as well as its intricate history. This award-winning agro-tourism attraction is ideal for all the family
16 locals recommend
The Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens
Triq Mons Mikel azzopardiThe Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens pays homage to the Maltese Islands’ distinct stone, as well as its intricate history. This award-winning agro-tourism attraction is ideal for all the family
The first Bird of Prey centre in Malta that was developed to re-introduce the ancient art of falconry in Malta & to make educational & entertaining natural free flying displays with the birds of prey.
Malta Falconry Centre
MqabbaThe first Bird of Prey centre in Malta that was developed to re-introduce the ancient art of falconry in Malta & to make educational & entertaining natural free flying displays with the birds of prey.
Only 20 minutes away by car or taxi and around 1 hour away by bus.
52 locals recommend
Malta International Airport
Only 20 minutes away by car or taxi and around 1 hour away by bus.
Drinks & Nightlife
Triq Sciortino
Triq SciortinoVarious bars and small restaurants.
Għaqda Każin Banda San Filep
One of the first band clubs in the Maltese Islands.
St Julians is a popular and busy Malta holiday resort. The picturesque Spinola Bay is surrounded by shops, bars, restaurants and plenty of nightlife.
73 locals recommend
Spinola Bay
St Julians is a popular and busy Malta holiday resort. The picturesque Spinola Bay is surrounded by shops, bars, restaurants and plenty of nightlife.
One of Malta’s most exciting towns as it is literally dotted with bars, clubs, discos, casinos, gentlemen’s clubs, cinemas and much more.
Triq Paceville
Triq PacevilleOne of Malta’s most exciting towns as it is literally dotted with bars, clubs, discos, casinos, gentlemen’s clubs, cinemas and much more.
Essentials
Opposite this bus stop there is a small market open every Thursday with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables.
Sciortino station
Triq SciortinoOpposite this bus stop there is a small market open every Thursday with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables.
Shopping
Mdina Glass
Watch the glass makers at work. Very interesting.
Food Scene
The best place in the Maltese Islands for 'pastizzi', the delicious and cheap local warm snack made of pastry on the outside and ricotta or peas on the inside. Yummy!
25 locals recommend
Crystal Palace
Triq San PawlThe best place in the Maltese Islands for 'pastizzi', the delicious and cheap local warm snack made of pastry on the outside and ricotta or peas on the inside. Yummy!
One of Gozo's best restaurants. Highly recommended!
21 locals recommend
Country Terrace Mgarr Gozo Malta
Triq Iz ZewwieqaOne of Gozo's best restaurants. Highly recommended!
One of Malta’s largest seaside villages with numerous restaurants, clubs and pubs.
48 locals recommend
Bugibba
One of Malta’s largest seaside villages with numerous restaurants, clubs and pubs.
It is a popular recreation spot used for swimming, diving & water sports, with a triangular pjazza surrounded by cafés and shaded by trees. Its skyline is dominated by the neo-gothic Carmelite church.
64 locals recommend
Balluta Bar
Triq Manwel DimechIt is a popular recreation spot used for swimming, diving & water sports, with a triangular pjazza surrounded by cafés and shaded by trees. Its skyline is dominated by the neo-gothic Carmelite church.
Sliema
It is a centre for shopping, restaurants and café life.