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Active & outdoors in Valletta

Malta's outdoor scene around Valletta spans coastline, countryside and harbour. The Barrakka Lift connects the city's upper level to the waterfront with open views over the Grand Harbour. Along the coast, Dingli Cliffs and Ta' Ċenċ Cliff offer dramatic drops to the sea, while the Blue Grotto and the Blue Lagoon at Bejn Il-Kmiemen are popular for boat trips and snorkelling. The red-sand beach of Ir-Ramla l-Ħamra provides a quieter stretch for swimming. On land, the Victoria Lines offer a scenic walking route across the island, and green spaces at Argotti Botanic Gardens and Ta' Qali National Park invite a slower pace. Għar Dalam and Mediterraneo Marine Park round out the options for nature-focused outings.

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  • Bejn Il-Kmiemen (Blue Lagoon)
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    Bejn Il-Kmiemen (Blue Lagoon)

    Valletta

    naturefamily outings

    The Blue Lagoon at Comino nestles between the tiny islands of Comino and Cominotto in the heart of the Maltese archipelago. The shallow, sheltered bay glows in a striking shade of turquoise — a result of its pale sandy floor and often less than two metres of depth. Around 20,000 visitors arrive each year, many by ferry from Malta or Gozo. Outside peak season, when the boats stop running, an almost otherworldly quiet settles over the lagoon. It is among the most popular snorkelling destinations in the entire Mediterranean.

  • Victoria Lines
    Google · Outdoor Lover

    Victoria Lines

    Valletta

    architectureculturenature+5
  • Birgu Waterfront
    Google · Adam Kaczmarek

    Birgu Waterfront

    Valletta

    architectureculturenature+6
  • Cardigan Woods
    Google · Gianluca Vella

    Cardigan Woods

    Valletta

    natureromance
  • Collachio
    Google · Joerg

    Collachio

    Valletta

    architectureculturehistory+4
  • Coralita X127
    Google · Travellow Fish

    Coralita X127

    Valletta

    naturehistoryknowledge+1
  • Gardjola Gardens
    Google · Chou Meizai (粗眉仔)

    Gardjola Gardens

    Valletta

    architecturehistorylocal gems+3
  • HMS Maori Wreck
    Google · Andrej Pius

    HMS Maori Wreck

    Valletta

    naturehistorylocal gems+2
  • Il-Ġolf l-Iswed
    Google · Grzegorz Juchno (inst grzegorz3312)

    Il-Ġolf l-Iswed

    Valletta

    naturegreat viewsromance+1
  • Il-Ponta tal-Marbat
    Google · M. Herrn

    Il-Ponta tal-Marbat

    Valletta

    architecturenaturefamily outings+1
  • Is- Swali
    Google · A. F.

    Is- Swali

    Valletta

    naturegreat viewsromance
  • Joseph Scicluna
    Google · Зоран Златановић

    Joseph Scicluna

    Valletta

    architectureculturenature+2
  • Mini Blue Hole
    Google · Sadia U

    Mini Blue Hole

    Valletta

    naturelocal gemsgreat views+2
  • Montekristo Palace
    Google · Montekristo Estate

    Montekristo Palace

    Valletta

    architecturenaturehistory+3
  • Mosta Valley
    Google · M Gh (Herrmo)

    Mosta Valley

    Valletta

    architecturenaturegreat views+2
  • Paceville Viewpoint
    Google · Branka K.

    Paceville Viewpoint

    Valletta

    naturefamily outingslocal gems+2
  • Ponta tal-Grigal
    Google · Robert Hałaczkiewicz

    Ponta tal-Grigal

    Valletta

    architecturenaturegreat views+1
  • Salt Pans
    Google · Pecamania Roadshow Hungary

    Salt Pans

    Valletta

    architectureculturenature+8

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