St Paul’s Catacombs
Extensive underground burial ground of the Punic, Roman and Byzantine periods at Rabat, the earliest and largest evidence of Christianity in Malta.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
The catacombs at Rabat served as a burial ground in Punic, Roman and Byzantine times. Heritage Malta describes them as the earliest and largest archaeological evidence of Christianity in Malta. The main complex covers an area of more than 2,000 square metres.
The main halls have pillars that resemble Doric columns and circular tables set on low platforms. Around the 13th century a part of the site was reused as a Christian shrine.
Highlights
- Largest early Christian burial site in Malta
- Halls with Doric-style pillars and circular tables
- Area of over 2,000 square metres
- Audio guide for adults and children
Permanent exhibition
- Catacombs – A network of burial chambers with pillared halls and a reused medieval shrine.
- Operated by
- Heritage Malta
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €6 |
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| Reduced | €4.50Youths aged 12 to 17, senior citizens aged 60 and over, concessions and students |
| Children & teens | €3.50free up to age 5 · Children aged 6 to 11; infants aged 1 to 5 enter free. |
| Seniors | €4.50Senior citizens aged 60 and over. |
| Students & apprentices | €4.50Concessions and students. |
Heritage Malta members and Heritage Malta Passport holders enter free.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Some areas cannot be fully accessed by visitors with reduced mobility. Blue badge parking bays are available where the site permits, on a first-come basis.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
- Baby changing facilities
A children’s version of the audio guide is available.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Heritage Malta points visitors to the public transport journey planner at publictransport.com.mt.
By car
- Accessible parking
Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
- Lockers
Gift shop and lockers; indoor and outdoor seating area.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Audio guide | yes (MT, EN, ES) |
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| Good to know | A visit takes between one and two hours. The audio guide is available for adults and for children. |
