Lazzaretto of Manoel Island, Sliema

Name: Lazzaretto of Manoel Island
Address: Sliema, Malta

#22 among attractions in Sliema

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The Lazzaretto is a former quarantine facility and hospital on Manoel Island in Gżira, Malta. It is a complex of various buildings dating back to between the 17th and 19th centuries. Most of the structures still exist, although they are in a bad state due to damage sustained during World War II and over 30 years of abandonment. It is planned that the Lazzaretto be restored. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°54'5"N, 14°30'16"E

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Lazzaretto of Manoel Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tritons' Fountain, Fortifications Interpretation Centre, St Paul's Pro-Cathedral, National Museum of Archaeology.

0.5 miSE
Fountain, Monuments and statues
Tritons' Fountain, Valletta
12 min walk • The Triton Fountain is an iconic landmark situated at the entrance to Malta's capital city, Valletta. This majestic fountain, featuring three bronze Tritons, is a testament to the city's rich history and artistic heritage.
~1560 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Military museum
Fortifications Interpretation Centre, Valletta
8 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Valletta, the Fortifications Interpretation Centre stands as a testament to the military architecture that has protected the Maltese archipelago for centuries. This museum is dedicated to the comprehensive understanding of the...
0.4 miE
Church
St Paul's Pro-Cathedral, Valletta
11 min walk • Rising gracefully in the heart of Valletta, the St Paul's Pro-Cathedral stands as a testament to Malta's rich religious heritage. This Anglican church, with its distinctive neoclassical facade and soaring spire, offers a serene contrast to the bustling streets of the...
0.5 miSE
Ancient artifacts in a historic building
National Museum of Archaeology, Valletta
12 min walk • The National Museum of Archaeology in Valletta, Malta, stands as a testament to the country's rich history, offering a glimpse into the ancient civilizations that once thrived on the islands. Housed in the Auberge de Provence, a fine example of baroque architecture...
0.5 miE
Palace
Auberge d'Aragon, Valletta
12 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Valletta, Malta, the Auberge d'Aragon stands as a testament to the island's rich past. This impressive palace, with its distinctively Maltese limestone facade, is one of the few surviving auberges built by the Knights of the Order...
0.5 miSE
Concerts and shows, Opera, Theater
Royal Opera House, Valletta
12 min walk • In the heart of the Mediterranean, nestled within the ancient city of Valletta, the Royal Opera House stands as a testament to Malta's rich cultural heritage. Once a beacon of Baroque architecture and operatic splendor, the theatre has a storied history that has seen...
~1810 ftSE
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Valletta
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Valletta, the National Museum of Fine Arts is a cultural treasure trove that beckons art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Housed in an exquisite example of Baroque architecture, this museum is a testament to Malta's rich artistic heritage...
0.5 miE
Concerts and shows, Opera, Theater
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
13 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.
0.5 miSE
Ġlormu Cassar, Forts and castles, Theater
Saint James Cavalier, Valletta
13 min walk • Saint James Cavalier, a fortified structure situated in the heart of Valletta, Malta's capital city, is a testament to the island's rich military history. Originally constructed by the Knights of St. John in the 16th century, this fort was part of a larger system of...
~640 ftNE
18th-century star fort on the water
Fort Manoel, Sliema
4 min walk • Fort Manoel, a bastion of history and architectural prowess, stands resolutely on Manoel Island in Marsamxett Harbour, just off the coast of the bustling city of Sliema, Malta. Constructed in the 18th century by the Knights of Saint John, this star fort is a testament...
0.4 miSE
Palace, Gothic Revival architecture
Palazzo Ferreria, Valletta
12 min walk • Palazzo Ferreria, also known as Palazzo Francia, is a historic gem nestled in the heart of Valletta, the capital city of Malta. This grandiose palace, built in the late 19th century, stands out as a testament to the island's rich architectural heritage.

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Which popular attractions are close to Lazzaretto of Manoel Island?

Nearby attractions include Fort Manoel, Sliema (4 min walk), Chapel of St Anthony of Padua, Sliema (4 min walk), Manoel Island, Sliema (6 min walk), Marsamxett Harbour, Valletta (6 min walk).

How to get to Lazzaretto of Manoel Island by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lazzaretto of Manoel Island:

Bus

Ta' Xbiex • Lines: 15 (7 min walk)
Mandraġġ • Lines: 133 (10 min walk)