Mdina Old City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

As a typical walled city, Mdina's immense ancient ramparts give the town a fairy-tale charm. Known as the Cittadella, the town's fortifications date back to the Medieval Period when the city was ruled by the Arabs and Normans. The town's elegant Main Gate, designed by de Mondion, was built in 1724 in splendid Baroque style. It is an excellent example of Baroque design. The escutcheon bears a coat of arms, and statues of growling lions stand proudly in the front of the gate. Enter this dramatic doorway to leave the 21st century behind.
As a typical walled city, Mdina's immense ancient ramparts give the town a fairy-tale charm. Known as the Cittadella, the town's fortifications date back to the Medieval Period when the city was ruled by the Arabs and Normans. The town's elegant Main Gate, designed by de Mondion, was built in 1724 in splendid Baroque style. It is an excellent example of Baroque design. The escutcheon bears a coat of arms, and statues of growling lions stand proudly in the front of the gate. Enter this dramatic doorway to leave the 21st century behind.
Mdina - ancient capital of Malta, best visited in the evening minus the crowds.
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St. Paul's Cathedral, Mdina
Corinthia St George's Bay

Corinthia St George's Bay

5 out of 5
St. Georges Bay St. Julian's Malta
The price is ฿3,829 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
฿3,829
฿4,135 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in St. Julian's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Very nice hotel and staff are very friendly from the reception Cassidy to the concierge Edgar and Brian and the staff from the restaurant Mylen Johanna. And the staff from spa. Will highly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Corinthia St George's Bay
1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA

1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA

4 out of 5
THORNTON STREET Sliema
The price is ฿1,915 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
฿1,915
฿2,086 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sliema. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great value for the money. SPA exceptional. Strategic location.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA
115 The Strand Hotel by NEU Collective

115 The Strand Hotel by NEU Collective

3 out of 5
115 The Strand Gzira Malta
Stay at this spa hotel in Gzira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Great location , nice clean rooms

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

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Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels

Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels

3 out of 5
67, Fleet Street Gzira Malta
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gzira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (567 reviews)
Yes Staff and Cleaning were a high standard. Very cenral with good transport li js to the whoke Island.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels
StiLLel Retreat

StiLLel Retreat

3.5 out of 5
Triq Il-Korp Tal-Pijunieri St. Paul's Bay
Stay at this aparthotel in St. Paul's Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mellieha Bay and Golden Bay are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (121 reviews)
Apartment is very clean and new, located at convenience location closed to bars, restaurants, and beach. It is good for couple who what to have home cooking moment because there are oven, microwave and kitchen equipment available. Breakfast is basic but quality for us that was ok. Yogurt, granola, ...

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

StiLLel Retreat
Valletta view Apartments by ST Hotels

Valletta view Apartments by ST Hotels

3 out of 5
The Strand Gzira
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gzira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Sliema Promenade and Malta Experience ...
7.8/10 Good! (41 reviews)
Great room, very clean and daily service

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

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Popular places to visit

Valletta skyline with the St. Pauls Cathedral

St. Paul's Cathedral

Built upon layer after layer of fascinating history, this is a splendid place of worship in an atmospheric ancient city.

St. Paul's Cathedral

Mdina Old City Gate

Find out about the history of Mdina when you spend time at Mdina Old City Gate. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mdina Old City Gate

Mdina Dungeons

Find out about the history of Mdina Old City when you spend time at Mdina Dungeons. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Mdina Dungeons

Palazzo de Piro

Enjoy a performance at Palazzo de Piro, a theatre with a story to tell in Mdina Old City. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Palazzo de Piro

Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum

You can study the exhibits at Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Mdina Old City. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the local tours.

Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum

Cathedral Museum

You can study the exhibits at Cathedral Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Mdina Old City. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Cathedral Museum

Things to do

From Sliema: Comino Island and Blue Lagoon Cruise

From Sliema: Comino Island and Blue Lagoon Cruise

฿1,278
per adult
From Sliema: Comino Island and Blue Lagoon Cruise
Main Tank Tunnel

Malta National Aquarium Entrance Ticket

฿617
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Malta National Aquarium Entrance Ticket
Mv Kataleya

From Sliema: Malta Cruise to Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & Caves

฿1,279
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Sliema: Malta Cruise to Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & Caves
Valletta Self-Guided Audio Experience

Valletta Self-Guided Audio Experience

฿188
per adult
Valletta Self-Guided Audio Experience
Comino - Hop on Hop off at Sea

Comino Cruise

฿1,096
per adult
Comino Cruise
Sea Bird

Comino Island: including Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & sea caves

฿1,096
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Comino Island: including Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & sea caves
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