Guidebook for Tas-Sliema
Sightseeing
The Promenade surrounding Balluta is frequented in Summer and Winter. Bars and Restaurants dot the surroundings.
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Balluta Bar
Triq Manwel DimechThe Promenade surrounding Balluta is frequented in Summer and Winter. Bars and Restaurants dot the surroundings.
One of 13 towers built by Grand Master De Redin between 1658 and 1659 to watch against attacks by corsairs.
San Ġiljanin tornit
Tower RoadOne of 13 towers built by Grand Master De Redin between 1658 and 1659 to watch against attacks by corsairs.
One of the last remaining beautiful houses from the British period. This was recently restored by Lombard bank and kept as offices.
Lombard Bank Malta p.l.c.
One of the last remaining beautiful houses from the British period. This was recently restored by Lombard bank and kept as offices.
A palace with a colonnaded portico from a bygone era. This was the residence of the Prince and Princess of Capua (area under Rome) until they were exiled.
AX Palazzo Capua
George Borg Olivier StreetA palace with a colonnaded portico from a bygone era. This was the residence of the Prince and Princess of Capua (area under Rome) until they were exiled.
A British era fortress built between 1872 and 1876 now houses a restaurant. All features remain intact with the exception of weaponry.
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Il-Fortizza
124 Triq It - TorriA British era fortress built between 1872 and 1876 now houses a restaurant. All features remain intact with the exception of weaponry.
The view you see of Valletta on adverts, paintings and recently on some of our planes! You must come here during sunset to watch Valletta and take a photo or two.
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Tigné Seafront
Tigné SeafrontThe view you see of Valletta on adverts, paintings and recently on some of our planes! You must come here during sunset to watch Valletta and take a photo or two.
Stella Maris Church
Triq Il - KbiraThe Parish Church of Stella Maris (Star of the Sea) is in typical baroque style.
This is one of the best examples of Baroque buildings built by the nights of Malta. Austere on the outside and opulent inside. A temple dedicated to God and luxury.
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St. John's Co-Cathedral
Triq San GwannThis is one of the best examples of Baroque buildings built by the nights of Malta. Austere on the outside and opulent inside. A temple dedicated to God and luxury.
A typical 16th century noble family palace. This impeccably kept building gives insights of how the nobles treated themselves and see furniture, silver and paintings from a bygone era
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Casa Rocca Piccola
74 Republic StA typical 16th century noble family palace. This impeccably kept building gives insights of how the nobles treated themselves and see furniture, silver and paintings from a bygone era
Also known as the Norman house due to the style it is built in, this building has been restored to its former glory and has several collections housed here. There is also a cafeteria on the rooftop.
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Palazzo Falson
Triq IL VillegaignonAlso known as the Norman house due to the style it is built in, this building has been restored to its former glory and has several collections housed here. There is also a cafeteria on the rooftop.
Described as one of the oldest in the world, this temple dates back almost 6000 years before the pyramids were built.
The ticket buys the entrance to the Mnajdra temple as well.
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Hagar Qim
Triq Hagar QimDescribed as one of the oldest in the world, this temple dates back almost 6000 years before the pyramids were built.
The ticket buys the entrance to the Mnajdra temple as well.
The Ħal-Saflieni Hypogeum in Paola, Malta, is the oldest example of a prehistoric hypogeum, the earliest phase dating to 3600–3300 BC
Booking 2-3 months in advance online
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Hal Saflieni -hypogee
The Ħal-Saflieni Hypogeum in Paola, Malta, is the oldest example of a prehistoric hypogeum, the earliest phase dating to 3600–3300 BC
Booking 2-3 months in advance online
See the view that cruise ship captains entering the Grand Harbour describe as the "Most Beautiful Port in Europe"
A bird's eye view of the harbour built by the Knights
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Upper Barrakka Gardens
292 Triq Sant' OrslaSee the view that cruise ship captains entering the Grand Harbour describe as the "Most Beautiful Port in Europe"
A bird's eye view of the harbour built by the Knights
A view overlooking Sliema and the fortified Manoel Island
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Hastingsin puutarhat
24 SappersA view overlooking Sliema and the fortified Manoel Island
Triq Panoramika
Triq PanoramikaBreathtaking view and nice walk
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Chapel
Triq San Lawrenz ta' L-GholjaWalk from here towards Triq-Panoramika for some lovely sightseeing
Bus stop and then walk down towards Il-Kappella tal-Madonna tal-Karmnu. Otherwise walk to the tip of the cliff and take some photos. Notice holes in the ground which were used as storage in the past.
Zuta station
Bus stop and then walk down towards Il-Kappella tal-Madonna tal-Karmnu. Otherwise walk to the tip of the cliff and take some photos. Notice holes in the ground which were used as storage in the past.
You may walk up to Annunciation chapel but take plenty of water in summer and remember that you have to walk back!
Annunciation Chapel
You may walk up to Annunciation chapel but take plenty of water in summer and remember that you have to walk back!
Built by the knights and one of the residences of the President of Malta. Tip: this is closed but on Sunday you can attend mass and take a closer look inside. Ask me for more info and time.
Verdala Palace
Built by the knights and one of the residences of the President of Malta. Tip: this is closed but on Sunday you can attend mass and take a closer look inside. Ask me for more info and time.
Known as the third largest dome in Europe, the Rotunda is a Catholic church which was famously hit by a bomb in WW2 but remained undetonated.
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Mostan pyöreä kirkko
Known as the third largest dome in Europe, the Rotunda is a Catholic church which was famously hit by a bomb in WW2 but remained undetonated.
Visible from Bugibba, it is said that St Paul landed on these islands almost 2000 years ago. The are uninhabited and the only structure is a statute of St Paul.
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St Paul's Islands
Visible from Bugibba, it is said that St Paul landed on these islands almost 2000 years ago. The are uninhabited and the only structure is a statute of St Paul.
Balluta buildings - the most ornate residential building in Malta and one of the few art nouveau. The apartments inside are huge as are the price tags!
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Balluta Bar
Triq Manwel DimechBalluta buildings - the most ornate residential building in Malta and one of the few art nouveau. The apartments inside are huge as are the price tags!
Newly restored historical fort with a history steeped in violence going back to the time when the Ottoman Empire challenged Malta and lost in 1565.
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National War Museum - Fort St Elmo
St. Elmo PlaceNewly restored historical fort with a history steeped in violence going back to the time when the Ottoman Empire challenged Malta and lost in 1565.
President's Palace
58 Republic StPalace of the Grandmaster
Opposite Triton Fountain you may see the new entrance to Valletta and in its immediate background Parliament, both designed by world famous architect Renzo Piano.
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Tritonin suihkulähde
Vjal NelsonOpposite Triton Fountain you may see the new entrance to Valletta and in its immediate background Parliament, both designed by world famous architect Renzo Piano.
Everything Else
The view of Valletta from here - perfection during sunset. Further down there is an 1881 salt water distillery which used to provide water to the Tigne barracks (shut down due to expenses 1882)
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The Point Shopping Mall
The view of Valletta from here - perfection during sunset. Further down there is an 1881 salt water distillery which used to provide water to the Tigne barracks (shut down due to expenses 1882)
Across the sea from here you can see Portomaso Marina and St. Julians. This is a rocky coast good for swimming.
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Exiles station
Across the sea from here you can see Portomaso Marina and St. Julians. This is a rocky coast good for swimming.
Shopping, cafes and a Maltese restaurant off one of its side streets called Ta' Chris. Sometimes there are deals for this restaurant... Google "deals Malta".
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Triq Bisazza
Triq BisazzaShopping, cafes and a Maltese restaurant off one of its side streets called Ta' Chris. Sometimes there are deals for this restaurant... Google "deals Malta".
Triq Ix - Xatt
Triq Ix - XattPlenty of take away outlets and a nice view of Sliema creek and Manoel Island.
Originally built as a summer residence for Marquis Scicluna, the Casino commanded a total of 72,000 square meters of costal land.
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Dragonara Casino
Originally built as a summer residence for Marquis Scicluna, the Casino commanded a total of 72,000 square meters of costal land.
The Anglican church built between 1886 and 1887 has a beautiful construction yet austere interior contrasting the much more ornate Maltese churches.
Holy Trinity
75 Triq RodolfuThe Anglican church built between 1886 and 1887 has a beautiful construction yet austere interior contrasting the much more ornate Maltese churches.
Torture, pain and medieval darkness. A tour of what the Maltese had to endure during the middle ages. This is right on the entrance of Main Gate Mdina
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The Mdina Dungeons Museum
Torture, pain and medieval darkness. A tour of what the Maltese had to endure during the middle ages. This is right on the entrance of Main Gate Mdina
Probably one of the best kept freestanding temples around the world but also older than the pyramids of Egypt!
This 5600 year temple is a must see,
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Mnajdra
Probably one of the best kept freestanding temples around the world but also older than the pyramids of Egypt!
This 5600 year temple is a must see,
Prices are generally good although vegetable may be expensive throughout Sliema.
Parking included if you park in the lower levels. Just present ticket to cashier.
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Tower Supermarket
Prices are generally good although vegetable may be expensive throughout Sliema.
Parking included if you park in the lower levels. Just present ticket to cashier.
Probably one of the prettiest bays in Malta.
If you want to enjoy the sea but stay away from kids choose this bay!
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Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa
Probably one of the prettiest bays in Malta.
If you want to enjoy the sea but stay away from kids choose this bay!
Dive Systems Malta
Tower Point - Exiles Tower RoadScuba Diving
Diveshack Scuba School
Ix - Xatt Ta' Qui - Si - SanaScuba Diving
Church and Grotto where St Paul is said to have lived
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Parish Church of St Paul & Grotto Of St Paul
64 Triq Ir-RebhaChurch and Grotto where St Paul is said to have lived
Very small bay - nice to swim in on a lovely winter day if you don't fear a bit of cold water.
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Slugs Bay Beach
Very small bay - nice to swim in on a lovely winter day if you don't fear a bit of cold water.
St. George's Bay
Beach
Exiles Beach
Tower RoadThe only Sandy beach in Sliema
The scene of debauchery, excess and a circus of prostitution during British rule. With no drunken sailors, today it is the place for a drink or two.
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Strait Street
Strait StreetThe scene of debauchery, excess and a circus of prostitution during British rule. With no drunken sailors, today it is the place for a drink or two.
Coin collector or simply want to take a look at some of Malta's coins. Visit the foyer of The Bank. Just climb up the stairs on the right of the Valletta entrance.
Central Bank Of Malta Currency Museum
Coin collector or simply want to take a look at some of Malta's coins. Visit the foyer of The Bank. Just climb up the stairs on the right of the Valletta entrance.
Food Scene
Plenty of restaurants here ranging from sushi to maltese. The small port still retains some of the original fishing village features.
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Spinola Bay
Plenty of restaurants here ranging from sushi to maltese. The small port still retains some of the original fishing village features.
One of the few restaurants who really know how to do a pizza and a great calzone.
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Vecchia Napoli
Tower RoadOne of the few restaurants who really know how to do a pizza and a great calzone.
Anyone said Sushi?
Some of the best sushi around in the heart of Paceville.
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Hugo's Lounge
Saint George's RoadAnyone said Sushi?
Some of the best sushi around in the heart of Paceville.
Another great Japanese restaurant with sushi buffet at just 23.50
Make sure they explain how it works!
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Okurama Sushi Restaurant
9 Triq PacevilleAnother great Japanese restaurant with sushi buffet at just 23.50
Make sure they explain how it works!
This is almost hidden away from tourists yet they always find it! Maltese cuisine in a relaxed ambiance.
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Ta' Kris for dinner
80 Fawwara LnThis is almost hidden away from tourists yet they always find it! Maltese cuisine in a relaxed ambiance.
Il-Barri Restaurant
Triq IL-KbiraTypical maltese food
Tal-Ingliz Restaurant
Triq IL-KbiraTypical Maltese food
Better known as Tas-Sirkin this is a place which has been doing Pastizzi for ages.
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Crystal Palace
Triq San PawlBetter known as Tas-Sirkin this is a place which has been doing Pastizzi for ages.
Djar Il Bniet
Djar Il BnietTypical Maltese food suggested after a morning trekking the cliffs.
Portomaso Marina
17 Vjal PortomasoMan-made marina with plenty of restaurants
Antica Pasticceria Siciliana - a very basic looking shop which sells extremely good sweets
Nazzarenu Street
Nazzarenu StreetAntica Pasticceria Siciliana - a very basic looking shop which sells extremely good sweets
Drinks & Nightlife
A swanky bar with fusion food and some great cocktails. Can get a little too busy in weekends especially afternoons.
Pebbles Boutique Aparthotel
A swanky bar with fusion food and some great cocktails. Can get a little too busy in weekends especially afternoons.
Essentials
Decent prices overall although vegeteables are expensive in Sliema.
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Scotts Sliema
Triq AmeryDecent prices overall although vegeteables are expensive in Sliema.
Earth Fruit Grocery Store
Store
Entertainment & Activities
Also known as Anchor Bay, this is the former set of Popeye which was shot in Malta in 1980 and starred Robin Williams.
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Popeye-kylä
Triq Tal-PrajjetAlso known as Anchor Bay, this is the former set of Popeye which was shot in Malta in 1980 and starred Robin Williams.
Arts & Culture
Eden Cinemas
Cinema with Hollywood / mainstream movies