Malta National Aquarium, Buġibba

Name: Malta National Aquarium
Address: Triq It-Trunciera, Buġibba, SPB 1500, Malta
Telephone: +356 2258 8100

#1 among attractions in Buġibba

Park, Zoo, Aquarium

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Facts and practical information

The Malta National Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the Maltese Islands. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 36 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°57'31"N, 14°25'24"E

Address

Triq It-TruncieraBuġibba SPB 1500 Malta

Contact

+356 2258 8100

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Buġibba

Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Wignacourt Tower, Malta Classic Car Museum, Wignacourt towers, Buġibba Temple.

1.3 miSW
Tower, Historical place, Museum
Wignacourt Tower, St. Paul's Bay
33 min walk • Wignacourt Tower, also known as Saint Paul's Bay Tower, is a bastioned watchtower in St. Paul's Bay, Malta. It was the first of six Wignacourt towers to be built, and it was completed in 1610.
~1490 ftSW
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
Malta Classic Car Museum, Buġibba
8 min walk • The Malta Classic Car Museum is a museum on the island state of Malta.
1.3 miSW
Tower
Wignacourt towers, St. Paul's Bay
33 min walk • The Wignacourt towers are a series of large coastal watchtowers built in Malta by the Order of Saint John between 1610 and 1620. A total of six towers of this type were constructed, four of which survive.
0.4 miSW
Temple
Buġibba Temple, Buġibba
11 min walk • Buġibba Temple is a megalithic temple on the border of Buġibba and Qawra towns, limits of St. Paul's Bay, Malta. A hotel was built on the grounds of the temple.
0.8 miS
Forts and castles
Ximenes Redoubt, Buġibba
20 min walk • Ximenes Redoubt is a redoubt in Salina Bay, Naxxar, Malta. It was built by the Order of Saint John in 1715-1716 as one of a series of coastal fortifications around the Maltese Islands, and it was originally called Salina Right Redoubt.
1 miS
Catacombs
Salina Catacombs, Buġibba
26 min walk • The Salina Catacombs are a cluster of small catacombs located near the Church of the Annunciation in Salina, Naxxar, in Malta. Although small when compared to the catacombs of St. Paul and St.
~480 ftNE
Tower
Qawra Tower, Buġibba
3 min walk • Qawra Tower, also known as Qawra Point Tower or Fra Ben Tower, is a small watchtower in Qawra, limits of St. Paul's Bay, Malta. It was completed in 1638 as the fourth of the Lascaris towers. An artillery battery was built around the tower in 1715. Today, the tower and battery are a restaurant.
1.1 miS
Valley
Wied il-Għasel, Buġibba
29 min walk • Wied il-Għasel is a valley in Mosta, Malta. Several caves are located within the valley, one of which is occupied by the Chapel of St Paul the Hermit. The Maltese Victoria lines also go through the valley. Multiple walking paths and vistas are also accessible.
0.7 miSE
Historical place, View point, Tower
Għallis Tower, Naxxar
19 min walk • Għallis Tower, originally known as Torre delle Saline, is a small watchtower in Salina, limits of Naxxar, Malta. It was completed in 1658 as the second of the De Redin towers. Today, the tower is in good condition.
1.2 miS
35°56'28"N • 14°25'11"E
BirdPark Malta, St. Paul's Bay
32 min walk • Nature and wildlife, Park, Aquarium
1.3 miW
Island
St Paul's Island
33 min walk • The natural beauty of St Paul's Island is truly breathtaking. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters and rugged coastline, the island offers stunning views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as snorkeling and diving.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Malta National Aquarium open?

Malta National Aquarium is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Malta National Aquarium?

Nearby attractions include Qawra Tower, Buġibba (3 min walk), Malta Classic Car Museum, Buġibba (8 min walk), Buġibba Temple, Buġibba (11 min walk), Għallis Tower, Naxxar (19 min walk).

How to get to Malta National Aquarium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Malta National Aquarium:

Bus

Buġibba - Ben • Lines: 186, 212, 221, 280, 45, N11, X3 (2 min walk)
Qawra - Arznell • Lines: 45 (9 min walk)