Most tourists travelling to Malta head for the beaches and limestone rocks by the sea to sunbathe, swim and relax. The snorkelling and scuba diving is good here - clear seas and enough fish and other marine life to be rewarding.
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Beaches in Malta - view the list of sandy and rocky beaches. Also lots of other places to sunbathe near the sea.
The limestone rocks of Malta have been eroded by the elements to create fantastic and curious shapes. There are rocky coves to explore everywhere around the coast. Some like the Blue Grotto have become popular tourist attractions.
Most of us like to include a spot of shopping on holiday. Malta offers local specialities and crafts. These can be purchased in shops in the towns, at markets and at the craft village of Ta' Qali. Find something typically Maltese to remind you of your lovely holiday in Malta.
Suggested things to do during your holiday in Malta
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Visit Valletta and Mdina for culture and walking tours. See places to visit in Malta for other ideas.
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Go swimming and snorkelling for pleasure, perhaps in the Blue Lagoon on Comino. Other sports to enjoy in Malta
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Eat out with the gregarious Maltese and people watch
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Buy delicious Maltese bread
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Take the ferry or a boat trip to Gozo and Comino
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Take one of the local buses, perhaps to the south west of the island to see pre-historic megalithic temples
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Talk to the Maltese and make friends
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