National Library of Malta, Valletta

Name: National Library of Malta
Address: 36 Old Treasury Street, Valletta, VLT 1410, Malta
Telephone: +356 2124 3297

#63 among attractions in Valletta

Baroque architecture, Library

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Facts and practical information

The National Library of Malta, often known as the Bibliotheca, is a reference library in Republic Square, Valletta, Malta. It was founded by Grand Master Emmanuel de Rohan-Polduc in 1776 out of the collections of the knight Louis Guérin de Tencin. It has been a legal deposit library since 1925, and it has the largest collection of Melitensia along with that of the University of Malta. The library also contains the archives of the Order of St. John, the Università of Mdina and the Università of Valletta. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1776 (248 years ago)Coordinates: 35°53'54"N, 14°30'49"E

Address

36 Old Treasury StreetValletta VLT 1410 Malta

Contact

+356 2124 3297

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Day trips

National Library of Malta – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint John's Co-Cathedral, Grandmaster's Palace, Hostel de Verdelin, Manoel Theatre.

~320 ftSW
16th-century high baroque cathedral
Saint John's Co-Cathedral, Valletta
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Valletta, Malta's capital city, Saint John's Co-Cathedral stands as a remarkable testament to Baroque architecture and the rich religious heritage of the island. Built between 1572 and 1577, the cathedral was commissioned by the Knights of St.
~210 ftNE
Baroque architecture, Palace, Ġlormu Cassar
Grandmaster's Palace, Valletta
1 min walk • The Grandmaster's Palace stands as a monumental testament to the rich history of Valletta, the capital city of Malta. This opulent edifice, located in the heart of the city, served as the residence of the Grand Masters of the Knights Hospitaller, also known as the...
~490 ftN
Baroque architecture, Palace
Hostel de Verdelin, Valletta
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Valletta, the capital city of Malta, the Hostel de Verdelin stands as a testament to the island's rich history and architectural splendor. This grandiose palace, once a stately residence for knights of the Order of St.
~650 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Opera, Theater
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Valletta, the Manoel Theatre stands as a testament to Malta's rich cultural heritage. Built in 1731 by Grand Master Antonio Manoel de Vilhena, it is one of Europe's oldest working theatres and a shining example of Baroque architecture.
~600 ftE
Museum, Renaissance architecture
Old University Building, Valletta
3 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Valletta, the capital city of Malta, stands the Old University Building, a beacon of scholastic heritage and Baroque architecture. This historic edifice, which currently houses the Valletta Campus of the University of Malta, was originally...
~110 ftNW
Memorial
Statue of Queen Victoria, Valletta
1 min walk • In the heart of Malta's capital, Valletta, stands a dignified bronze statue of Queen Victoria, a memorial that pays homage to the island's historical ties with the British monarchy. Erected in 1891, the statue is prominently displayed in the Republic Square, formerly...
~360 ftN
Square
Republic Square, Valletta
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Valletta, the capital city of Malta, Republic Square presents itself as a quintessential emblem of Maltese culture and social life. Known locally as Pjazza Repubblika, this square is a bustling hub where locals and tourists alike converge...
~230 ftNE
Baroque architecture, Museum, Military museum
Palace Armoury, Valletta
2 min walk • The Palace Armoury is an arms collection housed at the Grandmaster's Palace in Valletta, Malta. It was the main armoury of the Order of St. John in the 17th and 18th centuries, and as such it was the last arsenal established by a crusader military order.
~330 ftW
Monuments and statues
Great Siege Monument, Valletta
2 min walk • The Great Siege Monument, also known as the Monument to the Fallen of the Great Siege, is a monument commemorating the Great Siege of Malta located in Valletta, Malta.
~610 ftSE
Museum, Art gallery
Valletta Contemporary, Valletta
3 min walk • Valletta Contemporary is an independent exhibition space in Valletta, Malta. Established in April 2018, this gallery is housed in a 400 year old former warehouse in East Street, just a few metres away from St.Barbara Bastions and Lower Barrakka Gardens.
~310 ftS
Church, Historical place
Collegiate Parish Church of St Paul's Shipwreck, Valletta
2 min walk • The Collegiate Parish Church of St Paul's Shipwreck, also known as simply the Church of St Paul's Shipwreck, is a Roman Catholic parish church in Valletta, Malta. It is one of Valletta's oldest churches.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Library of Malta?

Nearby attractions include Statue of Queen Victoria, Valletta (1 min walk), Banca Giuratale, Valletta (1 min walk), Republic Street, Valletta (1 min walk), Grandmaster's Palace, Valletta (1 min walk).

How to get to National Library of Malta by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Library of Malta:

Bus

Nawfragju • Lines: 133 (2 min walk)
Ganġ • Lines: 133 (3 min walk)