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Cospicua
Tarxien
Temples
B
Tombs
Ras id-Dawwara
Dingli
De Rohan
Arch
Zebbug
VITTORIOSA
Senglea Maritime Inquisitor’s
Ghammieri
RABAT
Fort
St Elmo
Fort
St Angelo
C
Msida
Hamrun
National Stadium
Aircraft
Museum
Mtarfa
Clocktower
Temple
Siteof
Bronze Age
Village
A
VALLETTA
Birkirkara
Cumbo
Tower
Roman Catacombs &
Prehistoric Tombs
Ras ir-Raheb
D
Mosta
Mgarr
Ta’ Hagrat
Temples
Lippia
Tower
Naxxar
St Lucian’s
Tower
E
Birzebbuga
Tal Galuhar
Tower
Marsaxlokk
Bay
Pinto
Battery
Kalafrana
Fort Delimara &
Delimara Lighthouse
Delimara
Point
Zurrieq
Benghisa Point
Wardija
Tower
Il-Minkba
Ghar
Hasan
Cave
Fort
Benghisa
WANT MORE?
Because of our unrivalled local knowledge
we can help you find experiences that will
enrich your stay. So please speak to any of
the Concierge team about what we can do to
make sure you get the most from your trip.
MOSTA DOME
The Mosta Dome is the fourth largest
unsupported church dome in the world. It
was hit by a bomb in World War II which,
amazingly, failed to explode. This was locally
hailed as a miracle, and a replica of the bomb
can now be seen in the Church’s sacristy.
Two Hours
If you would like to visit some temples,
we would recommend the Mnajdra
and the Ħaġar Qim temples in Żurrieq.
Afterwards, hop aboard a small, motorised
fishing boat and see the pristine waters
around the Blue Grotto caves.
ST JOHN’S CO-CATHEDRAL
This Cathedral is absolutely spectacular. The
floor alone features over 400 intrinsically
designed marble tombstones. The
magnificent painted ceiling, by Mattias Pretti in
1662, and the work of art by Caravaggio, are
both acknowledged world class masterpieces.
Half a Day
Visit the Ta’ Qali crafts village where you
can see local experts create all kinds of
beautiful artefacts, from blown glass to
Maltese lace and from pottery to intricate
filigree jewellery. Within easy walking
distance you will find the Aviation Museum
which houses planes, including Spitfires
dating back to World War II. If you still have
time, visit Mdina, Malta’s old capital city
also known as the Silent City.
BLUE GROTTO
If you intend to visit the Blue Grotto
do ask the concierge to check if the
boats are running as bad weather
often disrupts cruises. Visit the
Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra temples
when visiting the Blue Grotto.
St. George’s Bay, St. Julian’s, STJ 3310 • Tel: + 356 21 377 600 – Fax: +356 21 377 222
[email protected] • www.intercontinental.com/icmalta
GOZO AND COMINO
If possible, plan your trip to Gozo during
the week, as the weekends are usually
much busier. If you are not going to
book an organised tour, renting a car is
the best plan. The much smaller island
of Comino, lying between Malta and
Gozo, is often crowded in summer with
private yachts and organised cruises
filling up the bays and the tiny harbour.
WHERE THE CROWDS GO
PACEVILLE
Malta’s main night life is in Paceville,
just round the corner from the hotel.
There is a variety of venues, clubs,
bars, casinos and gentlemen’s clubs.
SPINOLA PALACE
Walk down to Spinola Palace and
gardens just 1km away from the
hotel. In the bay nearby, you will
find a range of trattorias, cafés and
restaurants, all offering different
cuisines at different prices.
WALKS & TRIPS
NOTES & INSPIRATION
THE INTERCONTINENTAL MALTA CONCIERGE TEAM
Tel: +356 21 377 600 - Email: [email protected]
Any new discoveries, great finds or just a top tip, please feel free to give us your thoughts.
Welcome to the best islands in the world. Well, we would say that, after all, it’s our home.
We want you to love being in Malta as much as we do. That’s why we’ve put together this
guide that will not only help you find your way around, but also show you what we think are
some of the highlights. We hope it gives you a taste of what it feels like to be a local in Malta.
WHERE TO
SHOP
FIND WHAT YOU’RE
LOOKING FOR
MDINA GLASS
Crafts Village, Ta’ Qali
Mdina Glass produces lovely handmade
glass. Highly skilled craftsmen and
artists handcraft each and every
unique item. Whilst visiting the shop
you can actually view the craftsmen
producing and blowing glass.
BRISTOW POTTERIES
Crafts Village, Ta’ Qali
A lovely shop selling all kinds of ceramic
products. There is a workshop where
visitors can view the craftsmen at work.
Bristow Potteries is a family-run business
and is Malta’s leading ceramic manufacturer,
producing a range of customised products.
CASA ROCCA PICCOLA
Republic Street, Valletta
This shop has souvenirs to remind you
of your visit to Casa Rocca Piccola and
of Malta. There are prints and even
original paintings by a number of local
Maltese artists. Casa Rocca Piccola
provides unique historical evidence
of the customs and traditions of the
Maltese Nobility over the last 400 years
WHERE TO
EAT AND DRINK
It is well worth seeking out, not
only for its architectural design,
but also for its cultural history.
LOCAL SECRETS
FISH MARKET
Marsaxlokk
Be prepared for an early start if you
want to be at the market when it’s in
full swing. Nothing beats seeing the
catch of the day at Marsaxlokk.
Fruit & Vegetable Market
Pitkali, Ta’ Qali
A large centralised market for local
farmers with fresh produce brought
in daily by Maltese farmers.
KEY SHOPPING AREAS
Valletta makes for a great destination
combining the beauty of the City with a
host of shopping choices, where several
shops are situated in restored Palazzos.
The harbour town of Sliema offers
high street shopping with the latest
designer collections whilst shopping
malls can be found in major towns and
commercial centres, including The Point
and The Plaza in Sliema, and Arkadia
in Victoria, Gozo. Just across the road
from InterContinental Malta is Baystreet
Complex. It has a range of shops,
entertainment venues and restaurants, all
of which stay open daily until 22.00 hours.
EAT LIKE A LOCAL
Paranga
St. George’s Bay, St. Julian’s
One of Malta’s best fish restaurants,
Paranga is the ultimate seafront dining
experience. Beautifully positioned
overlooking St. George’s Bay, it is an
upscale and stylish restaurant serving good
Mediterranean food and wine. Ask your
Concierge to book a table by the sea.
Gululu
Spinola Bay, St. Julian’s
This is lovely authentic Maltese food at
its best. The restaurant offers spectacular
views overlooking Spinola Bay. Gululu
is as popular with Maltese as it is with
foreigners and it is one of the best place on
the island to taste favourite local dishes.
La Cuccagna
47, Amery Street, Sliema
La Cuccagna, a family run restaurant
in Sliema, is well known and popular
with locals offering a lively atmosphere
and casual dining. Famous for their
interesting variety of thin crust pizzas
with tasty toppings, it is wise to book
in advance to avoid disappointment.
Rubino
53, Old Bakery Street, Valletta
Established in 1906, Rubino is an institution
in Malta and remains known for its
exquisite traditional Maltese cuisine and
delicious desserts. Situated in the heart
AZURE WINDOW
This most dramatic sea cave, the Azure
Window, is one of the island’s most
photographed sights. To one side of the
arch lies the Inland Sea, a small lagoon fed
through a cleft in the rocks. Fishing boats
inch their way through the cleft taking
visitors to view the spectacular sea caves.
DID YOU KNOW?
TIPPING
Most restaurants in Malta do not include
a service charge on their bill, it is habitual
to leave a tip of 10% of the bill value.
SWIMMING
Malta has some of the cleanest
seas. Enjoy its beaches, explore its
coves, and do remember, when in
doubt, swim where the locals do.
RELIGION
The Maltese islands boast some of the
most magnificent churches in the
world. When visiting, remember
that they are places of worship so an
adequate dress code is recommended.
THE GRAND HARBOUR
The crescent-shaped Grand Harbour is
the deepest and most dramatic natural
harbour in the Mediterranean. It was the
base for the Knights of St. John for 268
years, and later a strategic base for the
British for a further 170 years. It remains a
spectacular sight, with a unique backdrop.
One Hour
Across the Grand Harbour are the ‘Three
Cities’ comprising of Vittoriosa, Senglea
and Cospicua. These harbour areas are
where the Knights of St. John were based
from 1530 until 1570. The waterfront at
Vittoriosa is an architectural masterpiece. It
includes the old naval bakery, now housing
the Maritime Museum and Fort St. Angelo
which the Knights made their headquarters
during the Great Siege. Tucked away in the
peaceful residential backstreets, you’ll find
a former Knights’ hostelry, the Inquisitor’s
Palace and several chapels and churches.
HYPOGEUM OF ĦAL-SAFLIENI
One of the numerous UNESCO World
Heritage sites on the islands, this spectacular
pre-historic underground temple is the
jewel in the Maltese cultural crown.
DISCOVER
MALTA
MANOEL THEATRE BOOKSHOP
Old Theatre Street, Valletta
The theatre is one of the oldest in
the world and is still in use today.
PERFECT
DAY
of Valletta, there is a feeling of intimacy
and nostalgia created by the series of small
rooms scattered on different levels.
SPECIAL PLACES
Peppino’s
31, St George’s Road, St Julian’s
Set in the picturesque bay of St Julian’s,
Peppino’s has been popular for so long,
it’s almost an institution. Lively and always
busy, it makes an excellent meeting place.
Waterbiscuit
St. George’s Bay, St. Julian’s
Waterbiscuit, stylishly set on two floors,
offers a gastronomic experience that
will delight all with delicious breakfasts,
lunches and dinners. Waterbiscuit allows
patrons to lounge at the bar throughout
the day and night with a variety of coffees,
cocktails and wines that will tease the
senses; the atmosphere is relaxed and
offers a delightfully glamourous feel.
SOMETHING DIFFERENT
Rogantino’s
Palazz L-Aħmar - Landrijiet, Rabat
A late16th century hunting lodge, this is a
fine example of Maltese architecture with
vaulted ceilings, original stone floors and
small, segregated dining areas. Situated in the
middle of the rural area of Rabat, the menu
changes regularly according to season with
suckling pig being an all-time favourite. Be
sure to ask your Concierge how to get there.
M ALTA
W E L COME TO
WEATHER
Malta enjoys some of the finest
weather in the Mediterranean; we
recommend adequate protection
from the sun. Hats, sunglasses and sun
block in the summer are a must.
LOCAL CULTURE
IN THE
KNOW
getting
around
MORNING
Visitors should not miss Malta’s magnificent capital city, Valletta. A UNESCO World
Heritage Site, boasting a magnificent natural harbour, it is one of the great architectural
showpieces of the Mediterranean. Although the city is a busy commercial centre, it
retains a charming atmosphere and among the tangle of narrow streets you’ll find
some of Europe’s finest art works, churches and palaces. You’ll come across intriguing
architecture and historical sites around every corner: statues, niches, fountains and coats
of arms carved on parapets. A helpful audio tour-guide of Valletta is available from the
National Museum of Archaeology. Shopping is a delight in Valletta; side streets are full of little
shops selling antiques, books, jewellery and much more. When you need to stop for lunch
or a rest, the city enjoys plenty of squares, courtyards, gardens and a number of restaurants,
right on cue. If you prefer a café, walk down to Piazza Regina in Republic Street to Café
Cordina, a local institution with its vaulted ceiling, café bar and tea rooms rolled into one.
AFTERNOON
The island’s old capital, Mdina, is considered to be one of the most beautiful examples
of an inhabited medieval citadel in Europe. With no traffic, it is referred to locally as the
‘silent city‘, a truly timeless atmosphere which simply needs to be experienced. Narrow
streets, filled with sunshine and sharp shadows, connect Baroque buildings, churches
and palaces. The Cathedral, dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paul, is packed with religious
treasures and has a beautiful baroque facade. Take a break; enjoy a coffee and a light
snack in the bistro of Palazzo De Piro, famed for its stunning views and tranquil setting.
BUS ROUTES
The public transport network of buses
on Malta and Gozo is a good way to
get around as buses serve the major
tourist areas. The longest bus journey
takes about ninety minutes. Ask your
Concierge for further information.
TAXIS
The white taxi service can pick up
passengers from anywhere, except
bus-stops. Taxi services from the Malta
International Airport and the Seaport
Terminal to all localities in Malta are based
on a fixed tariff. We recommend that
you make use of the hotel white taxis as
stopping a taxi on the street is relatively
expensive and it is highly advisable to agree
on the fare before starting the journey.
CAR HIRE
Renting a car is a good option if you
want to get to the farther reaches of
the islands. All the road signs are in
English and driving is on the left. Car
hire is available at the Concierge Lounge
for your convenience. International
and national driving licenses are both
acceptable. Renting scooters, motorbikes
or mountain bicycles is another option.
FERRIES
A regular ferry service links Malta to Gozo,
taking about 25 minutes each way. There
are also regular boat services between
each island and Comino. A water taxi
service using traditional Maltese ‘dgħajsa’
boats is also available in the Grand
Harbour and Marsamxett Harbour.
EVENING
For a perfect evening, we recommend you visit the Three Cities of Malta: Vittoriosa
(Birgu), Senglea (l-Isla) and Cospicua (Bormla). Take a guided tour so you don’t miss
anything hidden away amongst the squares and tiny streets and admire the wonderful
views of the Grand Harbour and the bastions of Valletta. After the tour, stop for dinner
or stroll through the Vittoriosa marina with its mix of hip restaurants and wine bars.