Rabat

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St. Paul's Bay Essentials

Explore the fortified medieval city of Mdina and the adjacent town of Rabat. This collection highlights the Baroque architecture of St. Paul's Cathedral, the Roman mosaics at Domus Romana, and the extensive underground Christian catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha. Key sites include the 13th-century Palazzo Falson, the 18th-century Mdina Gate, and the National Museum of Natural History. Local culinary landmarks like Crystal Palace and Fontanella Tea Garden offer traditional flavors and panoramic views over the island’s bastions.

13 yer

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Rabat & Mdina Highlights

Explore the fortified medieval city of Mdina and the neighboring town of Rabat. This selection highlights the region's diverse heritage, from the Baroque grandeur of St. Paul’s Cathedral and the 13th-century Palazzo Santa Sofia to the ancient Greeks' Gate. The list also identifies iconic filming locations used for King’s Landing in Game of Thrones, including the city's main gate and Mesquita Square, alongside a dense concentration of 15th-century monasteries and chapels.

13 yer

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Hidden Gems of Rabat

Beyond the central squares of Rabat and Mdina lie preserved aristocratic residences and British military relics. This collection features Casa Bernard, a 16th-century noble house, and Palazzo Falson, which houses specialized antique collections. The route follows the Victoria Lines, a 19th-century defensive system, leading to natural viewpoints like Lovers Rock and Gnien tal-Kmand, a historic walled garden established for agricultural experimentation during the early British period.

8 yer

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Historical Sites of Rabat & Mdina

This collection spans over two millennia of Maltese history, from the 1st-century BC mosaics of the Domus Romana to the early Christian burial chambers of St. Paul’s Catacombs. The fortified city of Mdina showcases medieval and Baroque architecture, featuring the 13th-century Palazzo Falson and the monumental main gate built in 1724. On the outskirts, Fort Binġemma represents 19th-century British military engineering along the Victoria Lines, while religious monuments like the Statue of Saint Paul highlight the area’s long-standing Christian heritage.

7 yer

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Historic Churches & Religious Sites

This collection spans the architectural and spiritual history of Mdina and Rabat, from the 4th-century underground catacombs of St. Agatha to the Baroque grandeur of St. Paul’s Cathedral. Highlights include the 15th-century Dominican priory in Rabat, the rare elliptical dome of the Carmelite Church, and the secluded Benedictine monastery of St. Peter. These sites preserve medieval frescoes, Roman-era burial complexes, and unique structures like the round Tal-Virtù chapel, reflecting Malta’s religious evolution over centuries.

10 yer

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Museums & Galleries

Explore the historical evolution of Malta within the ancient walls of Mdina and the neighboring town of Rabat. This collection features the Domus Romana, which preserves intricate 1st-century BC mosaics, and the medieval Palazzo Falson with its diverse antiques. Visitors can examine ecclesiastical art at the Wignacourt Museum, learn about local friars at the Carmelite Priory, or explore biological specimens within the 18th-century Vilhena Palace, which houses the National Museum of Natural History.

6 yer

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