Museum
Malta Maritime Museum
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The Malta Maritime Museum is located in Birgu, within the historic former bakery of the Knights of St John. Visitors explore galleries filled with ship models, naval uniforms, cannon, and maritime paintings that span from the Phoenician era to the 20th century. The building itself, with its vaulted stone halls, adds to the atmosphere. Highlights include a full-size 19th-century galley and artifacts from the Great Siege of 1565. It offers a thorough look at Malta's strategic role in Mediterranean sea history.
Don't miss
- See the full-size 19th-century galley, one of the last of its kind.
- Examine the collection of naval uniforms and ship models.
- View artifacts from the Great Siege of 1565.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Malta Maritime Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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