Holidays
in Gzira – Next to Sliema with its’
great shops and restaurants
Sitting
on one of Vallettas’ two natural harbours,
Marsamxett, Gzira has some stunning views
across the sea towards the capital, with
its’ fortified city walls and stunning
skyline. Gzira, meaning ‘island’, is
named for the adjacent Manoel Island,
reached by a causeway from the town, and
housing the grand Fort Manoel, which was
built by the Knights in the 18th century.
Within walking distance along the coastal
promenade is Sliema, one of the main coastal
resorts on Malta, home to large upmarket
hotels, waterfront cafes and a small rocky
beach. Once an original fishing village and
a desirable summer destination for wealthy
Valletta residents, Sliema is now known as
an upscale resort with extensive shopping
and great bars and restaurants.
Holidays
in Gzira – Ideally placed for trips to
Valletta
The seafront promenade beginning in
Gzira and running through the resorts of
Sliema and St. Julian’s is an excellent
place for the traditional ‘passegiata’
– the evening stroll – and offers an
endless choice of bars and restaurants. St.
Julian’s offers the best nightlife on
Malta, with plenty of pubs, clubs and music
bars found in Paceville. There are numerous
boat trips available in the area, and the
harbour, with its’ yacht marina, gets very
busy, with many cruise boats and ferries
departing from here. Highly recommended is
the Grand Harbour Cruise and the Underwater
Cruise, both departing from Sliema. The
capital city, Valletta, with its’ charming
Baroque architecture and historical
buildings is just minutes away, offering
plenty of quaint shops and colourful bars,
and fascinating museums and galleries.
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