{"id":31163,"date":"2021-10-14T08:42:21","date_gmt":"2021-10-14T15:42:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bucketlistjourney.net\/?p=31163"},"modified":"2025-04-07T08:16:01","modified_gmt":"2025-04-07T15:16:01","slug":"malta-bucket-list-14-of-the-best-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bucketlistjourney.net\/malta-bucket-list-14-of-the-best-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Malta Bucket List: 40 of the Best Attractions & Things to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Somehow Malta tends to go unacknowledged much among world travelers when it comes to Europe \u2013 after all, on the continent that houses cities as magnificent as Venice, Paris, London, and the like, how could a tiny island like Malta compare? But you shouldn\u2019t let its tiny size or somewhat remote location do your mind dirty \u2013 it for sure can compare and will likely even surpass whatever expectations you may have for Malta beforehand. You may take the flight and arrive for some beach hopping, but I can guarantee you that once you\u2019ve gotten a taste of all the historical things to do in Malta, as well as taken in some of its nature and landscapes, you won\u2019t even want to leave!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, if you do happen to be visiting on a timeline, this Malta Bucket List can offer you the best tips for how to fill up your trip itinerary and get the best of the island with the amount of time you\u2019ve got to spare!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insider Tip: The Hop On-Hop Off Bus<\/a> can take you to many of the places on this things to do list. You can also rent a car, just be aware that they drive on the left side of the road and that GPS is a must!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Best Places to Visit, Attractions & Things to Do in Malta<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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WHAT TO DO<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Check Out Malta’s National Art of Museum (MUZA)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MUZA<\/a> is an interesting museum with a rich history, located in Valletta. Specifically it is located in Auberge d\u2019Italie building, which was built over the course of the 16th century, originally purposing as accommodation for the knights of Order of Saint John. MUZA itself was originally known as National Museum of Fine Arts, and was located at Admiralty House until 2016. Today it houses a collection of art by both Maltese and other artists, with the major European styles of art being the representative display. Prior to its reconstruction as National Museum of Fine Arts, the museum also housed an archaeological collection, but the art museum was moved to the Admiralty House in 1974, while the archaeological artifacts stayed at the original museum, renaming itself as the National Museum of Archaeology.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Cruise The Famous Grand Harbour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Otherwise known as the Port of Valletta, Grand Harbour is a famous harbor located in Valletta, facing the three cities (also known as Senglea, Vittoriosa, and Cospicua). It is possibly Malta\u2019s most significant geographical asset, which in turn has enhanced its famousness. The harbor has been used since as long ago as prehistoric times, and its history is about as diverse and lengthy as its age.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has been the base for the knights of Order of Saint John, and many battles throughout history have taken place here. It\u2019s possible to cruise the Grand Harbour, either on a simple and short ride with a ferry taking you from the harbor to one of the three cities, or on a longer and more informative cruise from Sliema, which takes you around the harbor and the harbors of the Three Cities. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you prefer walking tours, here’s a few highly-rated ones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n