Mdina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by MTA / Clive Vella
Photo provided by MTA / Clive Vella
Photo provided by MTA / Clive Vella
Photo provided by MTA / Clive Vella
Photo provided by MTA / Clive Vella
Malta’s “Silent City” is a medieval maze of winding alleys, magnificent churches and grand palaces, enclosed within ancient city walls.

Mdina, the enchanting ancient town known as the “Silent City,” is the old capital of Malta. The medieval Old Town is confined within the original city walls, perched on a hill in the heart of the island. Narrow alleys and high walls open up into wide squares, grand churches and magnificent palaces. The town is a museum in itself, dotted with medieval lanterns, ornate edifices and narrow passageways. Mdina is almost entirely free of cars, so exploration of this beautiful old city on foot is simple and pleasantly slow-paced.

Stroll around the town’s winding paths and immerse yourself in its rich history. Mdina has been settled as a city since before 4000 B.C. but its current fortifications date back to the Arab period, around A.D. 870. Take a guided tour starting from Vilhena Palace to experience the Old Town’s heritage. Alternatively, ride a horse-drawn carriage around the whole city. Ensure you agree on a price before getting into the carriage. Visit the Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum to see a fascinating collection of art and antiques and enjoy a beautiful vista across the town from the rooftop terrace café.

Stop by St. Paul’s Square and visit the charming Mdina Cathedral. A small entrance fee allows you into the cathedral’s beautifully decorated interior and a small museum dedicated to the cathedral’s history and architecture. Admire the stately old palaces and the buildings’ mix of Norman and Baroque architecture.

Visit one of the town’s stylish restaurants for a meal before heading up to the ancient fortifications from Bastions Square. Peer over the edge for panoramic views across the islands and out to the Mediterranean Sea. Complete your night with a drink at an atmospheric wine bar.

Mdina is located near the center of Malta, just a mile (2 kilometers) from the bigger city of Rabat. Mdina is well connected to the other towns by road and plenty of tourist and local buses run services to and from the old town walls.

Mayflower Hotel
Mayflower Hotel
3 out of 5
Triq l-Imhar Qawra, St. Paul's Bay, Malta
The price is AU$68 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$68
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in St. Paul's Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (431 reviews)
"Good service and friendly staff. Enjoy my stay."

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Mayflower Hotel
QAWRA Palace Resort & SPA
QAWRA Palace Resort & SPA
4 out of 5
Qawra Coast Road, Qawra, St. Paul's Bay, Malta
The price is AU$92 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$92
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in St. Paul's Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (235 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and buffet was very good and worth for the money. We received a room upgrade with the sea view. Enjoyed the hot indoor pool and sauna which includes in the room rate."

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

QAWRA Palace Resort & SPA
be.HOTEL
be.HOTEL
4 out of 5
St. George's Bay, St. Julian's, Malta
The price is AU$104 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in St. Julian's. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (828 reviews)
"The location of the property was very good and was close to transportation and lots of dining options available around. The staffs were very attentive. Overall enjoyed my stay"

Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025

be.HOTEL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels
Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels
3.5 out of 5
67, Fleet Street, Gzira, Malta
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Gzira. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.2/10 Good! (537 reviews)
"シンプルだけどコスパと便利なロケーションで不満なし。"

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels
StiLLel Retreat
StiLLel Retreat
4.5 out of 5
Triq Il-Korp Tal-Pijunieri, St. Paul's Bay
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in St. Paul's Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Malta Classic ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Lovely clean apartment, well equiped for self catering. We did book breakfast but the buffet restaurant closed due to being out of season. However the staff brought breakfast to order every morning to our room, which was lovely. I asked for an extra blanket (before we worked the heating out) which ..."

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

StiLLel Retreat
Park Heights by the Warren Collection
Park Heights by the Warren Collection
3 out of 5
Judge Paolo Debono St, Msida
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Msida. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"There's a bus stop right in front of the hotel, which makes it very convenient. The staff were all very friendly and helpful and I loved the room. It had a nice floor plan, was clean, well maintained and modern. There's plenty of lighting including a good reading light on each side of the bed. I ..."

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025

Park Heights by the Warren Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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