Mdina Attractions. Located in Mdina, Malta
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
Mdina Gate
The main entrance to the old fortified city of Medina from it's newer suburb Rabat. The entrance is located very near to Rabat's bus station
More information and photographs of Mdina Main Gate
Archbishop's Palace - Mdina
- Original built in the 14th century and rebuilt in 1722. Located to the right side of the Cathedral and behind the Cathedral Museum.
- The residence of the Bishop of Malta.
Banca Giuratale - Mdina
Very ornate & beautiful doorway & roof facard
Bastion Square - Mdina
From the high vantage point of the fortified ramparts, panoramic magnificent views of Malta can be seen. Straight in front is the hill at Mtarfa where the Ottoman turks encamped during there bitter and fierce but unsuccessful attack on Mdina in 1522. To the right can be seen the great cupola dome of Mosta's church, the 3rd largest dome in the World.
Carmelite Church - Mdina
When the french intended to steal the churches treasure was the trigger to the uprising against the French occupation. in 1798. The church was built from 1630 - 90
Cathedral Museum
One of the best religious museums in Europe, housing a beautiful collection of sacred art, famous paintings old coins, woodcarvings Roman antiquities and lots more. Located to the right side of the Cathedral and in front of the Archbishop's Palace
Casa Inguanez - Mdina
The palace of the oldest noble family of Malta. Originally built in 1370, but several changes have been made since. Located at the start of Villegaigon Street, Mdina, Malta
Location of Casa Inguanez
Straight forward after entering the Main Gate, 1st left, on the left corner as you 1st right.
Chapel of St Agatha - Mdina
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Built in 1417 and redesigned in 1694. St Agatha is one of Mdina's 3 patron saints.
Location of Chapel of St Agatha
Straight forward after entering the Main Gate, 1st left, on the right corner as you 1st right
Chapel of St Nicholas - Mdina
Chapel of St Roque - Mdina
Herald's Loggia - Mdina
This is where the town crier announced the "bandi" new laws, warrants of arrest etc. The "bandi" are important sources of information about life in Malta, and are kept in the Cathedral museum.
Howard Gardens - Rabat
- Howard Gardens are one of the largest public gardens in Malta.
- Lots of trees flower beds, wide pathways and bench seating.
- A childrens playground at the eastern end with a cafe kiosk.
- Public Toilets
Location of Howard Gardens
- Howard Gardens are located on the outer side of the Ditch that runs along the southern city walls of Mdina
Greek's Gate & Magazine Street - Mdina
- An ornate gateway into Medina
- Handy entrance if you arrive by car because there is a car park immediatly on the outside that stretches around the outside of the Bastion.
- There is a small cafe, Magpie Kiosk next 0uter ditch wall & the road tunnel. The cafe has outside tables & chairs.
Location of Greek's Gate
- Greek's Gate is located in the Mdina Ditch on the southern Mdina Walls near the western side & next to the Bastion.
- Entrance to the ditch is by either
- A ramp that descends from the roundabout at the junction of streets: Triq San Pawl, Wesgħa tal-Mużew & Triq tal-Mużew.
- Then through a short Tunnel under the wide walkway on the outside of the Ditch outer wall.
Mdina Dungeons - Mdina
A gruesome visit to the old dungeons where scenes of torture and imprisonment are depicted by life size figures in period costume.
Location:
St Publius Square, Mdina, Malta - On the right just inside Mdina Main Gate
Mdina Experience
Audio Visual spectacular of 3000 years of Malta's history lasting 25 minutes.
Location:
7 Mesquita Square, Mdina, Malta
Mesquita Square Mdina Experience - Mdina
Museum of Natural History - Palazzo Vilhena - Mdina
Originally the Palazzo Giurratale. After the 1693 earthquake it was reconstructed in a fabulous baroque style for the Grandmaster Vilhena. When rebuilt the palace was enlarged and Mdina's main gate had to be moved a few metres. See Mdina Main Gate
Palazzo Falson - also known as Norman House. Mdina
- Palazzo Falson, Medieval palace Museum.
- Displaying antiquities, artworks & weapons & antiquities by the 20th-century owner.
Palazzo Santa Sophia - Mdina
The best preserved medieval building in Mdina, dating back to 1495. Located at the far end of Villegaigon Street, near Bastion Square, Mdina, Malta
Palazzo Gatto Murina - Mdina
- One of the earliest buildings built by the Sicilian Normans around 1100 - 1530.
- The Palazzo now houses “Tales of the Silent City” an audio visual show
Signal Tower of the Standard; Torre dello Standardo - Mdina
- The tower was part of a system Watch Towers located around Malta & Gozo. Alarm was raised by lighting a fire. Towers were arranged so that each had at least 2 other towers in line of site.
- Now the tower is home to a small Tourist Office.
St Paul's Cathedral - Mdina
Said to be the spot where St. Paul converted Publius, the Roman Governor to christianity. The original church has undergone several enlargements and redesigned after the 1693 earthquake. Consecrated as a Cathedral in 1702.
Malta Fun Train
Mdina & Rabat Fun Train
- The tour’s duration is approximately 30 minutes with an 8km route that passes close to
- Mdina Main Gate
- Casino Notabile
- Entering into the heart of Rabat next to St. Paul’s Church
- The catacombs of St. Agatha and St. Paul’s
- Ghar Barka outside Rabat.
- Mtarfa viewing the Royal Navy Hospital and the Clock Tower
- Downhill with magnificent and panoramic views of Malta and the old capital Mdina
- The train passes over the bridge close to the Old Railway Station
- Up the steep hill
Restaurants in Mdina
Fontanella Tea Garden Restaurant - Mdina
- Absolutely stunning view from the rooftop Garden. Also make sure you see the17th Century Baroque fountain
- Inside you will find the Wine Bar & Bistro.
