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St Paul's Bay Hotels, Things to Do & Travel Guide

Pace: relaxed Coastal Lively Historic Sunny
Ideal trip length
4 - 7 days
Busiest
Jul-Aug
St Paul's Bay
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Guests 1 room, 1 adults, 0 children
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At a glance

Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Maltese and English
Local currency
EUR (EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
4–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Bugibba
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 5-10% appreciated

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 85 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Pastizzi Fenek Moqli Ftira Lampuki Pie

When to visit St Paul's Bay

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: July, August Busiest: Jul-Aug
  1. Jan
    40

    Cool, some rain

  2. Feb
    45

    Cool, some rain

  3. Mar
    55

    Mild, less rain

  4. Apr
    70

    Pleasant, sunny

  5. May
    85

    Warm, sunny

  6. Jun
    90

    Hot, very sunny

  7. Jul
    95

    Very hot, sunny

  8. Aug
    95

    Very hot, sunny

  9. Sept
    85

    Warm, sunny

  10. Oct
    70

    Mild, some rain

  11. Nov
    55

    Cooler, more rain

  12. Dec
    45

    Cool, some rain

Things to do in St Paul's Bay

8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Boat Trip to St Paul's Islands

St Paul's Bay 3 hrs

Explore the historic islands and enjoy swimming in crystal clear waters.

Outdoors Good for children

Scuba Diving in the Mediterranean

St Paul's Bay 4 hrs

Discover vibrant underwater caves and shipwrecks around the Maltese coast.

Outdoors

Best in the evening

1 place

Relax at Café del Mar Malta

Qawra 3 hrs

Enjoy cocktails, music, and stunning sunset views at this popular beach club.

Outdoors

Any time of day

5 places

Visit Malta National Aquarium

Bugibba 2 hrs

Discover Mediterranean marine life in a modern aquarium.

Indoors Good for children

Stroll Bugibba Promenade

Bugibba 1.5 hrs

Enjoy scenic coastal walks with sea views and eateries.

Outdoors Good for children

Day Trip to Popeye Village

Mellieha 4 hrs

Visit the charming film set of the 1980 Popeye movie, now a fun park.

Outdoors Good for children

Explore Mdina and Rabat

Mdina 5 hrs

Wander through the silent city of Mdina and the ancient streets of Rabat.

Outdoors Good for children

Taste Local Pastizzi

any 0.5 hrs

Savor Malta's iconic savory pastry, a delicious and affordable snack.

Indoors Good for children

Practical ratings

Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.

Eating & Culinary

Pastizzi 95 · Outstanding
Fenek Moqli 87 · Outstanding
Ftira 78 · Very good
Lampuki Pie 70 · Good

Signature Experiences

Visit Malta National Aquarium 95 · Outstanding
Stroll Bugibba Promenade 91 · Outstanding
Boat Trip To St Paul's Islands 88 · Outstanding
Day Trip To Popeye Village 84 · Very good
Relax At Café Del Mar Malta 81 · Very good
Explore Mdina And Rabat 77 · Very good
Scuba Diving In The Mediterranean 74 · Good
Taste Local Pastizzi 70 · Good

Best Suitable For

Families 95 · Outstanding
Couples 89 · Outstanding
Friends 83 · Very good
Budget 76 · Very good
Adventure 70 · Good

Planning & Tips

Utilize the efficient public bus system to explore the island. 95 · Outstanding
Rent a car for more flexibility, but be prepared for left-hand driving. 83 · Very good
Book boat trips to Comino and Gozo in advance during peak season. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near St Paul's Bay

Straight-line distance from the centre of St Paul's Bay.

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