Guidebook for Tas-Sliema

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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 Dimech
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The 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.
Les tours de San Ġiljan
Tower Road
One 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 Street
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.
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 - Torri
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A 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 Seafront
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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.
The Parish Church of Stella Maris (Star of the Sea) is in typical baroque style.
Stella Maris Church
Triq Il - Kbira
The 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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Cocathédrale Saint-Jean
Triq San Gwann
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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.
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 St
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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
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 Villegaignon
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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.
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 Qim
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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.
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
99 habitants recommandent
Hypogée de Hal Saflieni
99 habitants recommandent
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
150 habitants recommandent
Jardins Upper Barrakka
292 Triq Sant' Orsla
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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
A view overlooking Sliema and the fortified Manoel Island
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Jardins Hastings
24 Sappers
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A view overlooking Sliema and the fortified Manoel Island
Breathtaking view and nice walk
Triq Panoramika
Triq Panoramika
Breathtaking view and nice walk
Walk from here towards Triq-Panoramika for some lovely sightseeing
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Chapel
Triq San Lawrenz ta' L-Gholja
Walk 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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Rotonde de Mosta
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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
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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 Dimech
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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!
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 Place
44 habitants recommandent
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.
Palace of the Grandmaster
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President's Palace
58 Republic St
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Palace 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.
21 habitants recommandent
Fontaine de Triton
Vjal Nelson
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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.

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
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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
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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 Bisazza
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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".
Plenty of take away outlets and a nice view of Sliema creek and Manoel Island.
Triq Ix - Xatt
Triq Ix - Xatt
Plenty 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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Casino Dragonara
54 habitants recommandent
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 Rodolfu
The 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
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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
66 habitants recommandent
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
76 habitants recommandent
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!
9 habitants recommandent
Ir-Ramla ta' Għajn Tuffieħa
9 habitants recommandent
Probably one of the prettiest bays in Malta. If you want to enjoy the sea but stay away from kids choose this bay!
Scuba Diving
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Dive Systems Malta
Tower Point - Exiles Tower Road
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Scuba Diving
Diveshack Scuba School
Ix - Xatt Ta' Qui - Si - Sana
Scuba 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-Rebha
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Church 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
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Very small bay - nice to swim in on a lovely winter day if you don't fear a bit of cold water.
Beach
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St. George's Bay
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Beach
The only Sandy beach in Sliema
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Exiles Beach
Tower Road
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The 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 Street
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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.
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
73 habitants recommandent
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 Road
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One 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.
43 habitants recommandent
Hugo's Lounge
Saint George's Road
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Anyone 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!
9 habitants recommandent
Okurama Sushi Restaurant
9 Triq Paceville
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Another 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.
71 habitants recommandent
Ta' Kris for dinner
80 Fawwara Ln
71 habitants recommandent
This is almost hidden away from tourists yet they always find it! Maltese cuisine in a relaxed ambiance.
Typical maltese food
28 habitants recommandent
Il-Barri Restaurant
Triq IL-Kbira
28 habitants recommandent
Typical maltese food
Typical Maltese food
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Tal-Ingliz Restaurant
Triq IL-Kbira
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Typical Maltese food
Better known as Tas-Sirkin this is a place which has been doing Pastizzi for ages.
25 habitants recommandent
Crystal Palace
Triq San Pawl
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Better known as Tas-Sirkin this is a place which has been doing Pastizzi for ages.
Typical Maltese food suggested after a morning trekking the cliffs.
Djar Il Bniet
Djar Il Bniet
Typical Maltese food suggested after a morning trekking the cliffs.
Man-made marina with plenty of restaurants
17 habitants recommandent
Marina Portomaso
17 Vjal Portomaso
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Man-made marina with plenty of restaurants
Antica Pasticceria Siciliana - a very basic looking shop which sells extremely good sweets
Nazzarenu Street
Nazzarenu Street
Antica 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 Amery
76 habitants recommandent
Decent prices overall although vegeteables are expensive in Sliema.
Store
9 habitants recommandent
Earth Fruit Grocery Store
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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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Village de Popeye
Triq Tal-Prajjet
143 habitants recommandent
Also known as Anchor Bay, this is the former set of Popeye which was shot in Malta in 1980 and starred Robin Williams.

Arts & Culture

Cinema with Hollywood / mainstream movies
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Eden Cinemas
104 habitants recommandent
Cinema with Hollywood / mainstream movies