National Aquarium Malta – Tickets, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide Nazzjonali ta’ Malta

Your ticket gives you access to all aquarium zones, including themed exhibits, marine habitats, and the walk-through tunnel with sharks and fish. You can book your tickets here: Malta National Aquarium tickets.

You can reserve your tickets online in advance to avoid queues and secure your visit. Book directly here: Buy Malta National Aquarium tickets.

The aquarium is located in Qawra (St Paul's Bay), in the northern part of Malta, right along the seafront promenade.

You can reach the aquarium by car, taxi, or public transport. Bus routes 45, 186, 212, 214, 221, 280, N11, and N20 stop nearby at the Qawra seafront, making it easy to access from other parts of Malta.

Yes, there is on-site parking for approximately 160 cars, both above and below ground. Parking is free for aquarium visitors when validated at the entrance.

Most visitors spend around 60 to 90 minutes exploring the aquarium, depending on how much time you spend at each exhibit.

Yes, it's a family-friendly attraction with interactive displays, educational exhibits, and a wide variety of marine life for all ages.

Yes, daily talks and feeding sessions take place throughout the day, including shark, jellyfish, and main tank presentations.

Yes, booking online is recommended to avoid queues and secure your preferred visit time. Reserve here: Aquarium tickets.

Yes, tickets are valid for a single entry during opening hours on your selected day.

Yes, the aquarium is fully wheelchair accessible, with a lift, accessible toilets, and audio/video equipment for hearing-impaired visitors. Mobility scooters are allowed, subject to height restrictions.

Yes, La Nave Bistro is on-site with sea views, open from 9:30 a.m. for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and Café del Mar is available nearby in summer.

The aquarium is located along the Qawra promenade, where you'll find seaside walks, restaurants, cafés, beach clubs, and attractions like Café del Mar and nearby Bugibba square.

Yes, it's just a short walk or drive from Bugibba and central St Paul's Bay, making it easy to combine with other activities in the area.

Yes, if you're staying in Qawra or Bugibba, the aquarium is easily reachable on foot via the coastal promenade.

The nearest stop is right along the Qawra seafront, served by buses 45, 186, 212, 214, 221, 280, N11, and N20, within walking distance of the entrance.

The aquarium is around 17 km from Valletta. By car or taxi this takes about 20–25 minutes; by bus, allow 45–60 minutes.

Travel time from Sliema or St Julian's is around 20–30 minutes by car, or roughly 30–60 minutes by bus depending on the route.

Yes, parking is free for visitors when validated, making it one of the easier attractions in Malta to visit by car.

Yes — it's one of the top indoor attractions in Malta, especially great for families and rainy days, with over 250 species across more than 50 tanks and five themed zones.

Yes, the aquarium is located right by the sea, so you can easily combine your visit with a swim or a relaxing walk along the coast.

Absolutely. Since it's fully indoors, it's one of the best activities in Malta when the weather isn't ideal.

Yes, but availability can vary, especially during weekends and school holidays. Booking online is recommended: Reserve tickets here.

Yes, there are several restaurants and cafés within walking distance, including seafront dining options around Qawra and Bugibba.

Yes, photography without flash is allowed, making it a great place to capture unique underwater scenes.

Yes, with an average visit of 60–90 minutes, it's easy to combine with nearby sightseeing for a half-day activity.

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