Guidebook for Sliema
Food Scene
MedAsia Fusion Lounge
90 Triq Ix - XattSushi and Mediterranean infusion food
Basilico
Pizza, pasta and a little more
Mexican food but toned down to Mediterranean taste buds
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Tex Mex American Bar & Grill
89 Triq Ix - XattMexican food but toned down to Mediterranean taste buds
L'Artist
6 Triq Tigne'Good food
Ta' Kris for dinner
80 Fawwara LnLocal cuisine, rabbits, bragioli, etc
Sorrisi Cafe & Pasta
Food
Chez Philippe Restaurant
Triq Ix - XattFood
Cafe Jubilee
Retro style with a pub like exterior, cosy and comfy for a quick bite
While strolling along the Strand and taking photos of Valletta, stop to have a coffee or a pizza. Vast menu and selection.
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Cuba
While strolling along the Strand and taking photos of Valletta, stop to have a coffee or a pizza. Vast menu and selection.
Paparazzi 29 Clubhouse
29 Triq Il-Forti ManoelRestaurant with a nice view
Djar Il Bniet
Djar Il BnietLovely restaurant, simple with a nice vibe - booking recommended
When you are done from your tour of Birgu pop by at this restaurant which has a beautiful terrace especially with a Maltese sunset.
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Don Berto Restaurant
When you are done from your tour of Birgu pop by at this restaurant which has a beautiful terrace especially with a Maltese sunset.
This is an old place where old people and younger ones alike end up at different times of the day to eat peas or ricotta pastizzi!
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Crystal Palace
Triq San PawlThis is an old place where old people and younger ones alike end up at different times of the day to eat peas or ricotta pastizzi!
Local rabbit and sometimes if you feel adventourous local snails! The best place where locals go.
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Tal-Ingliz Restaurant
Triq IL-KbiraLocal rabbit and sometimes if you feel adventourous local snails! The best place where locals go.
Tarragon Restaurant
Church StreetExcellent restaurant albeit being expensive.
Excellent restaurant but quite pricey - if you visit try the fish - would be a pity not trying fish here.
Know your fish - eyes should be nice & bright not tired and opaque. Always ask to see fish.
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Tartarun Restaurant
20 Xatt is-SajjiedaExcellent restaurant but quite pricey - if you visit try the fish - would be a pity not trying fish here.
Know your fish - eyes should be nice & bright not tired and opaque. Always ask to see fish.
Drinks & Nightlife
Black Gold Saloon
Triq Ix - XattYour typical bar
Essentials
Earth Fruit Grocery Store
Fruit and groceries
Scotts Sliema
Triq AmeryLarge supermarket with good pricing
Everything Else
Drugstore
382 Triq Manwel DimechPharmacy
Sliema Police Station
110 Triq Manwel DimechPolice station
HSBC Branch / ATM
ATM machine
MaltaPost
Telgha Ta' GwardamangaSending a postcard abroad?
Dive Systems Malta
Tower Point - Exiles Tower RoadFor Divers
Neptunes Diving Malta
For the diving enthusiast
Government polyclinic - opening time office hours. Emergency number 112
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Gzira Health Centre
55 Triq Il-FlottaGovernment polyclinic - opening time office hours. Emergency number 112
One of the few beaches in Malta where you can see the dunes forming naturally. These are out of bounds but the sand is gorgeously reddish as the name implies.
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Ramla Bay
One of the few beaches in Malta where you can see the dunes forming naturally. These are out of bounds but the sand is gorgeously reddish as the name implies.
This is one stretch of sea which you should not miss but if you come in August beware - the whole place would be a jungle of people on top of each other. DO NOT JUMP FROM CLIFF - People get killed!
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Bláa Lónið
Triq KemmunetiThis is one stretch of sea which you should not miss but if you come in August beware - the whole place would be a jungle of people on top of each other. DO NOT JUMP FROM CLIFF - People get killed!
Not as impressive as the Blue Lagoon on Comino but sporting much less visitors. Therefore if you walk here make sure you bring your swimsuit.
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Santa Maria Bay
Not as impressive as the Blue Lagoon on Comino but sporting much less visitors. Therefore if you walk here make sure you bring your swimsuit.
There are quite a few steps but this is the most panoramic beach you will see in Malta. The sand is golden and there is just one restaurant overlooking it.
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Għajn Tuffieħa
There are quite a few steps but this is the most panoramic beach you will see in Malta. The sand is golden and there is just one restaurant overlooking it.
If you feel like a walk away from the hustle and bustle of Valletta, walk down the stair in front of the MCC (see map) but pay attention to where you are walking.
Breakwater Bridge
If you feel like a walk away from the hustle and bustle of Valletta, walk down the stair in front of the MCC (see map) but pay attention to where you are walking.
Miðjarðarhafs konferensmiðstöð
The MCC
The last fishing village in Malta which is yet unspoilt and features fish market and sales of other stuff from fruit and vegetables to clothes and paintings each Sunday.
Xatt is-Sajjieda
Xatt is-SajjiedaThe last fishing village in Malta which is yet unspoilt and features fish market and sales of other stuff from fruit and vegetables to clothes and paintings each Sunday.
This is also known as Ghajn Tuffieha - not many tourists or families with children here. Lovely views and fabulous sunset.
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Riviera Beach
This is also known as Ghajn Tuffieha - not many tourists or families with children here. Lovely views and fabulous sunset.
A very small quiet beach, still a secret for some Maltese too. I never been there yet but it seems nice and quaint.
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Slugs Bay Beach
A very small quiet beach, still a secret for some Maltese too. I never been there yet but it seems nice and quaint.
St. George's Bay
Man-made sandy beach but very busy with english language students
This is where St Paul is said to have stayed when he was shipwrecked in Malta. A church was built on the site but the actual grotto still exists.
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Parish Church of St Paul & Grotto Of St Paul
64 Triq Ir-RebhaThis is where St Paul is said to have stayed when he was shipwrecked in Malta. A church was built on the site but the actual grotto still exists.
Sightseeing
Knisja tal-Karmnu
261 Tower RoadMalta's largest gothic church
This is closed off however on some occasions it is opened for public and is quite an interesting visit.
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Manoel Island Yacht Yard
This is closed off however on some occasions it is opened for public and is quite an interesting visit.
Ferries 1 station
For a visit by sea to Comino or a trip around the Grand Harbour.
Protestant church built to cope with the influx of British back when Malta was part of the British Empire.
Holy Trinity
75 Triq RodolfuProtestant church built to cope with the influx of British back when Malta was part of the British Empire.
Torri station
Tower built by the knights.
Il-Fortizza
124 Triq It - TorriThis is a British fortress but also a restaurant.
Stella Maris Church
Triq Il - KbiraChurch in baroque style
Parish Church of Sacro Cuor
Triq San TrofimuAnother Baroque style church
Walled city where you can spend 6hours roaming around the city and enjoying the views.
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Mdina
Walled city where you can spend 6hours roaming around the city and enjoying the views.
Enjoy a voyage through the dark ages of Malta in this short underground audio-visual show.
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The Mdina Dungeons Museum
Enjoy a voyage through the dark ages of Malta in this short underground audio-visual show.
Some of the best Roman remains in Malta including mosaics which match and exceed those found in Pompeii
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Domvs Romana
GheriexemSome of the best Roman remains in Malta including mosaics which match and exceed those found in Pompeii
Verdala Palace was built as a hunting lodge for the knights. The woodland around it was grown for this purpose.
Verdala station
Triq Il-BuskettVerdala Palace was built as a hunting lodge for the knights. The woodland around it was grown for this purpose.
Come on a beautiful sunny day and discover why these are more beautiful than the cliffs of Moher. By all costs avoid the restaurant bearing the same name of the cliffs! Visit the other marked on map.
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Cliffs station
Triq PanoramikaCome on a beautiful sunny day and discover why these are more beautiful than the cliffs of Moher. By all costs avoid the restaurant bearing the same name of the cliffs! Visit the other marked on map.
Nice walk to this small chapel - this is closed so you can only appreciate the views outside
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Chapel
Triq San Lawrenz ta' L-GholjaNice walk to this small chapel - this is closed so you can only appreciate the views outside
You might easily miss these holes carved in the stone circa 5000 years ago. The view is breathtaking from here. My suggestion would be to find them from maps before you go if you want to see them.
Bronze Age Grain Silos
You might easily miss these holes carved in the stone circa 5000 years ago. The view is breathtaking from here. My suggestion would be to find them from maps before you go if you want to see them.
15th century knights believed that a plant growing on this islet was so precious that they punished thieves with a maximum death penalty - not accessible today as it is a nature reserve.
Fungus Rock
15th century knights believed that a plant growing on this islet was so precious that they punished thieves with a maximum death penalty - not accessible today as it is a nature reserve.
The nicest and most recognisable geographical feature in Malta.
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Rústir Azur gluggans
The nicest and most recognisable geographical feature in Malta.
Listed as one of the nicest places to visit before it changes it has also been the movie set of a Brangelina shoot.
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Mġarr ix-Xini
Listed as one of the nicest places to visit before it changes it has also been the movie set of a Brangelina shoot.
Pinu Móðir Guðs þjóðarbasilíka
RoadSanctuary where it is said miracles really happen
This place is old, very old and predates Stonehenge and the pyramids. You would be standing in a place where people walked almost 6000 years ago and it is still there and freestanding!
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Ggantija station
This place is old, very old and predates Stonehenge and the pyramids. You would be standing in a place where people walked almost 6000 years ago and it is still there and freestanding!
The old city of Gozo which came after Mdina. While works are underway to prevent the buildings from degrading further, some buildings were lost in the siege.
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Cittadella Walkway
Triq il-Kwartier San MartinThe old city of Gozo which came after Mdina. While works are underway to prevent the buildings from degrading further, some buildings were lost in the siege.
Saint Mary's Tower
Location where Count of Montecristo was filmed starring Gerard Depardieu
Mosta Rotunda
A huge church with the 3rd largest cupola in Europe
Efri Barrakka garðar
292 Triq Sant' OrslaAmazing view from this garden
Auberge de Castille
One of 7 Auberges in Valletta built by the knights
This is the Palace of the Grand Master which currently houses the parliament. It also houses one of the largest armouries in the world and in excellent condition.
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President's Palace
58 Republic StThis is the Palace of the Grand Master which currently houses the parliament. It also houses one of the largest armouries in the world and in excellent condition.
House which lends itself to show how the noble classes in Malta used to live. Dressed up in the best garb.
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Casa Rocca Piccola
74 Republic StHouse which lends itself to show how the noble classes in Malta used to live. Dressed up in the best garb.
One of the best examples of baroque architecture which is sombre on the outside and decadent on the inside. It also houses 2 famous works by Caravaggio
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St. John's Co-Katedral
Triq San GwannOne of the best examples of baroque architecture which is sombre on the outside and decadent on the inside. It also houses 2 famous works by Caravaggio
Rotunda St. John Baptist Church
26 Triq Il-KnisjaChurch with access to tower and views
St. George Basilica
Charity StreetBaroque church
Ħaġar Qim
Triq Hagar QimTwo impressive megalithic temples - a must see while in Malta.
A unique underground construction which cannot be found elsewhere in the world. An underground burial site. Booking at least 3 months in advance recommended.
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Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
A unique underground construction which cannot be found elsewhere in the world. An underground burial site. Booking at least 3 months in advance recommended.
You get to use an electric car to visit the three cities and snap some selfies while you are on tour. You drive and each car can take up to 4 people
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Rolling Geeks
Xatt ir-RiżqYou get to use an electric car to visit the three cities and snap some selfies while you are on tour. You drive and each car can take up to 4 people
This area was formerly used as a ship building and was prosperous during the British empire when navy ships used to be brought in for repairs. Its decline saw a revival in the area for tourism.
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Dock No. 1
This area was formerly used as a ship building and was prosperous during the British empire when navy ships used to be brought in for repairs. Its decline saw a revival in the area for tourism.
The Inquisitor's Palace is a museum sited in the heart of Birgu, Vittoriosa, Malta. The palace was erected as the civil law courts of the Order of St John between the 1530s and 1571.. open 9am to 5pm
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Inquisitor's Palace
Triq Il-Palazz Ta' L-IsqofThe Inquisitor's Palace is a museum sited in the heart of Birgu, Vittoriosa, Malta. The palace was erected as the civil law courts of the Order of St John between the 1530s and 1571.. open 9am to 5pm
Built on the site where governor Publius was reported to have met Saint Paul. The Bishop also wanted to show to the Knights his power after St. Johns in Valletta was built by the grandmaster!
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Mínúturkirkjan í Mdina
2 Triq San PawlBuilt on the site where governor Publius was reported to have met Saint Paul. The Bishop also wanted to show to the Knights his power after St. Johns in Valletta was built by the grandmaster!
Views across Malta. The house on the left of the viewpoint might seem small but it belongs to millionaire writer Howard Hodgson known for "6 feet under"
Triq Is Sur
Triq Is SurViews across Malta. The house on the left of the viewpoint might seem small but it belongs to millionaire writer Howard Hodgson known for "6 feet under"
Visit a 13th century tower built by the knights. While there are no decorations it is worth viewing and climbing on top of the roof! Only a donation is required.
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Għajn Tuffieħa Tower
Visit a 13th century tower built by the knights. While there are no decorations it is worth viewing and climbing on top of the roof! Only a donation is required.
While this is closed for visitors you can see it up close and personal. And if you have a car it is particularly easy to reach even on your way to Gozo.
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Rauði turninn
Triq Tad-DaharWhile this is closed for visitors you can see it up close and personal. And if you have a car it is particularly easy to reach even on your way to Gozo.
Tigné Seafront
Tigné SeafrontThe best view of Valletta anytime of the day or night!
This was the summer residence of the Grand Master. The gardens offer a nice walk however the palace is the official residence of The President.
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San Anton höll
24 G.PortelliThis was the summer residence of the Grand Master. The gardens offer a nice walk however the palace is the official residence of The President.
This is an amazing private building - access is only for gardens. Eat some homemade cake and lemonade. There is also a traditional ceramic shop.
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Villa Bologna
This is an amazing private building - access is only for gardens. Eat some homemade cake and lemonade. There is also a traditional ceramic shop.
Shopping
Phonebox
Triq BisazzaSIM cards and mobile phones
Artisanal Food of the highest quality - a nice and different souvenir perhaps?
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The White Sheep
405 Triq D'ArgensArtisanal Food of the highest quality - a nice and different souvenir perhaps?
Soap Cafe
65 St Dominic StreetExcellent for souvenirs and gifts made out of soap.
Arts & Culture
Artitude
65 Triq Tigne'Art gallery - local and foreign contemporary art
Mediterraneo Sjávarpör
Swim with the Dolphins!
Sharks, dolphin fish and more in a setting inspired by Maltese environment
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Malta þjóðarháskóli
Sharks, dolphin fish and more in a setting inspired by Maltese environment
The whole of Mdina is a gem but Palazzo Falson is a little better kept than the rest.
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Palazzo Falson
Triq IL VillegaignonThe whole of Mdina is a gem but Palazzo Falson is a little better kept than the rest.
Dragonara Casino
Casino