National Museum of Archaeology

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Best time to visit

It is best to come in the morning, when the museum is less crowded, which allows you to quietly view all the exhibits without the crowds. During the tourist season, it is worth avoiding weekends.

Budget tips

Admission costs about 10 euros, children under 18 get discounts, and on the first Sunday of the month admission is free. The Malta Heritage Pass may be worthwhile for those wanting to see several attractions.

Recommended for

History lovers, Families with children, Archaeology students, Travelers seeking authentic experiences

Plan your visit

1-2 hours

About

Quick facts: The collection includes over 50,000 artifacts from the prehistoric era, including the famous Mother Goddess figure from around 3600 BC. The museum is housed in a complex of historic 18th-century hospital buildings, which in themselves are an attraction.

Highlights: The exhibit showing the Mother Goddess figure is just over 30 cm tall and symbolizes fertility, with unique emphasis on details such as clearly marked fingers and patterns on the dress. The discovery of a set of stone tools and jewelry allows insight into the daily life of people from 6000 years ago, which is not commonly available in other museums.

Insider tips

Wear comfortable shoes, the museum has several floors to explore.
Bring a camera, because the Mother Goddess figure makes amazing photos up close.
Avoid lunchtime hours, that is when there are the most visitors.
Focus on the prehistoric collection, the other sections are smaller and less interesting.