Archaeology Museums in Malta
Finds from prehistory, antiquity, the Roman era and the Middle Ages.
Port Region (3)
Western Malta (3)
Northern Malta (2)
Gozo (1)
Southern Malta (1)
Archaeology Museums in Malta: Overview & Tips
Our guide lists 10 archaeology museums in Malta, spread across 5 regions and 8 towns and cities. Most of them are in Port Region (3), Western Malta (3), and Northern Malta (2).
At the city level, Mġarr (2), Rabat (2), and Birżebbuġa (1) lead the way – ideal if you want to see several archaeology museums in a single day.
Where prices are published, a regular adult ticket costs €6 at the median, and the middle half charge between €5 and €10.
4 museums are fully wheelchair accessible. These figures come from our ongoing research – museums whose details we haven’t verified yet aren’t included in the counts.
Top 10 archaeology museums in Malta
The best-known archaeology museums in Malta
- Ġgantija Archaeological ParkArchaeology · Xagħra
- Ħal Saflieni HypogeumArchaeology · Paola
- Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra Archaeological ParkArchaeology · Qrendi
- Ħal Tarxien Prehistoric ComplexArchaeology · Ħal Tarxien
Għar Dalam Cave and MuseumArchaeology · Birżebbuġa
National Museum of ArchaeologyArchaeology · Valletta
Domvs RomanaArchaeology · Rabat- St Paul’s CatacombsArchaeology · Rabat
- Skorba Prehistoric SiteArchaeology · Mġarr
- Ta’ Ħaġrat Megalithic SiteArchaeology · Mġarr
Wheelchair-accessible archaeology museums in Malta
By region
Cities with the most museums
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Frequently asked questions
How many archaeology museums are there in Malta?
Our directory currently lists 10 archaeology museums in Malta across 8 towns and cities.
What are the best-known archaeology museums in Malta?
Some of the best known are Ġgantija Archaeological Park, Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra Archaeological Park, Ħal Tarxien Prehistoric Complex, and Għar Dalam Cave and Museum.
Which archaeology museums in Malta are open on Mondays?
Many museums are closed on Mondays, but according to their regular hours 8 are open, such as Ġgantija Archaeological Park, Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, and Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra Archaeological Park.
Which archaeology museums in Malta are wheelchair accessible?
4 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, including Ġgantija Archaeological Park, Ħal Tarxien Prehistoric Complex, and National Museum of Archaeology. Others are partially accessible – you’ll find the details on each museum’s page.
How much does it cost to visit archaeology museums in Malta?
A regular adult ticket costs €6 at the median, with prices ranging from €3.50 to €35. Children, students and families usually pay less.
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