Discover the top 10 places to visit in Malta, a Mediterranean gem full of history, crystal-clear waters, and stunning ...

Malta’s sandy beaches are scant, but the few that exist are pretty magnificent. The most popular is Golden Bay on the northwest of the island.

Malta is not primarily a beach destination, but it has got some great beaches for sure. Located on the island’s northeast side, Mellieha Bay Beach is the perfect spot for sandcastles and swimming.

Estimated budget attraction cost: $0 – $50 Most attractions in Malta are free or close to it. Beaches are widely free, and most travelers will want to visit the beach at least a few times.

There are three substantial sandy beaches on the main island of Malta – Golden Bay, Mellieha (or Ghadira) Bay and party beach, and St George’s Bay. These all have hotels close by, which can ...

Despite repeated assurances from the government that Malta's beaches are safe and well-maintained, several popular swimming spots have been temporarily closed this summer due to contamination ...