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Editor's Choice: St. Julian's

St. Julian's combines coastal recreation with historic and modern entertainment venues. This selection features Balluta Bay, framed by neo-gothic architecture, and the man-made sands of St. George’s Bay. Gaming options range from the 19th-century Dragonara Palace on its private peninsula to the modern, expansive Casino Malta. Cultural markers include the volunteer-run Cat Village sanctuary and the Sri Chinmoy peace monument overlooking the Mediterranean.

Balluta Bay

A small sandy beach situated in a limestone bay, overlooked by the neo-gothic Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and historic Art Nouveau apartment buildings.

Dragonara Casino

Established in 1964 within a 19th-century palace built for the Scicluna family. It occupies a prominent position on the Dragonara Point peninsula and operates 24/7.

Saint George's Beach

A Blue Flag certified man-made sandy beach located in the heart of Paceville. It is one of the few sandy swimming areas in the immediate urban area.

Cat Vilage

A volunteer-maintained sanctuary in Spinola Bay providing shelter and food for the local stray cat population, featuring small colorful houses and feline-themed decorations.

Sri Chinmoy - Dreamer of World-Peace

A bronze statue dedicated to the Indian spiritual leader and peace advocate, overlooking the sea as part of the International Sri Chinmoy Peace-Blossoms program.

Casino Malta by Olympic Casino

Malta's largest gaming facility, spanning 3,000 square meters. Located within the InterContinental Hotel complex, it features 285 slot machines and 29 tables.