Ġgantija Archaeological Park
Neolithic temple monument on the Xagħra plateau of Gozo with an interpretation centre showing finds from the island.
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About the museum
The Ġgantija complex is a late Neolithic monument on the Xagħra plateau in Gozo, built between 3800 and 2000 BC. It consists of two temple structures with separate entrances, both enclosed by a shared outer wall of large megaliths. Each structure has several apses on either side of a central corridor.
Most of the monument is built of coralline limestone, while the softer globigerina limestone was used for inner features such as doorways, altars and decorated slabs. Two plaster fragments with red ochre, displayed in the interpretation centre, suggest that the interior walls were once painted.
Visitors enter through the interpretation centre, which presents audiovisual material and a display of Neolithic objects from Gozo.
Highlights
- Two temple structures inside a shared megalithic wall
- Interpretation centre with Neolithic finds from Gozo
- Plaster fragments with red ochre paint
- Combined ticket with Ta’ Kola Windmill
Permanent exhibition
- Interpretation centre – Audiovisual presentation and a display of Neolithic artefacts from Gozo, shown at the entrance to the temples.
- Operated by
- Heritage Malta
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €10 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €8Youths aged 12 to 17, senior citizens aged 60 and over, concessions and students |
| Children & teens | €6free up to age 5 · Children aged 6 to 11; infants aged 1 to 5 enter free. |
| Seniors | €8Senior citizens aged 60 and over. |
| Students & apprentices | €8Concessions and students. |
| Ġgantija Archaeological Park and Ta’ Kola Windmill combined ticket (adult) | €10Youths, seniors and concessions €8; children aged 6 to 11 €6. |
The prices are for the combined ticket for Ġgantija Archaeological Park and Ta’ Kola Windmill. Heritage Malta members and Heritage Malta Passport holders enter free.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
All areas of the site are fully accessible to visitors with reduced mobility. Blue badge parking bays are available on a first-come basis. Only assistance dogs are permitted on site.
Kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
|---|---|
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
- Baby changing facilities
There is an unattended children’s room; children must be accompanied by an adult and no childminding is offered.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Heritage Malta points visitors to the public transport journey planner at publictransport.com.mt.
By car
Parking available
Parking is available close to the site.
- Accessible parking
Amenities & dining
- Café: not available
- Restaurant: not available
- Museum shop
- Lockers
The temples have their own shop. There is no café or restaurant on site; the square of Xagħra village, a short walk away, has both. Indoor and outdoor seating area.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| Photography | Photography is allowed without tripods. Flash is not permitted in the interpretation centre. |
| Good to know | Guided tours can be requested through the Heritage Malta website. |
