2025 San Lawrenz Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

💎 Malta, this island nation located at the heart of the Mediterranean, possesses a unique charm and is an ideal destination for travelers. Below are some must-visit attractions and activities to recommend. 🏖️ Valletta Old Town: Stroll along the cobblestone streets of Valletta's old town and feel the weight of history. The architectural style of the old town is unique, blending Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance styles. Don't forget to visit the Valletta Cathedral, with its exquisite architecture and even more impressive interior decorations. 🌴 Blue Grotto: The Blue Grotto is one of Malta's famous attractions, a natural limestone arch. Standing in front of the Blue Grotto, you can admire the magnificent view of the Mediterranean and marvel at nature's craftsmanship. 🏰 Comino Island: Comino Island is one of the most beautiful small islands in the Maltese archipelago. The blue waters and white sandy beaches of the island create a beautiful picture. You can rent a bicycle to tour around the island and enjoy the sea breeze. 🍽️ Maltese Cuisine: In addition to the beautiful scenery, Maltese cuisine is not to be missed. You can taste a variety of delicious seafood and traditional Maltese dishes, such as fish pie and roasted lamb. Dining in Malta's restaurants not only satisfies the taste buds but also allows you to feel the warm hospitality of the locals. 💖 Travel Tips: Malta has a mild and pleasant climate, suitable for travel all year round. However, due to the strong sunlight on the island, it is recommended to bring sunscreen and a sun hat. Moreover, Malta's public transportation is well-developed; you can buy a one-day or multi-day pass, which is convenient for visiting various attractions. 🎉 Come to Malta and experience the unique charm of this Mediterranean jewel! 🎉

The beautiful Maltese island of Gozo was made even more famous by the fantasy series Game of Thrones. The Azore window, featured in the first season of the series, unfortunately is no longer standing. That doesn’t mean the area isn’t worth visiting though. The same crystal clear sea and fantastic rock formations that drew the filmmakers to this location are still all there for all to see. #celebrateit #malta #gozo #gameofthrones

When visiting Malta, in addition to touring the main island, be sure to leave a day or two for Gozo Island. Gozo Island, located to the northwest of Malta Island, covers an area of just 67 square kilometers and is home to over 20,000 residents. In Homer's epic Odyssey, Gozo Island is described as a rugged place. In fact, it is now a peaceful and tranquil place, a popular weekend getaway for many people living on the main island of Malta. Victoria City is the capital of Gozo Island, renamed Victoria in honor of Queen Victoria's 25th birthday from its original name, Rabat. Most of the local people live here. The Citadel Castle is built at the commanding height in the center of Victoria City. 🌈Recommended route: The famous Blue Window (Game of Thrones filming location), Victoria City, Salt Pans, etc. are all worth visiting. The sightseeing bus has a total of 15 stops, starting from Mgarr and finally returning to Mgarr. When buying a ticket, you will receive a map with the departure times of each stop marked. However, the bus is usually not so punctual, and it is common for it to arrive ten or so minutes late. Because many of the stop names are not in English, it is recommended that you get off at the following stops for sightseeing. 1️⃣Fourth or tenth stop: Victoria (Victoria City, Citadel Castle) 2️⃣Sixth stop: Dwejra (Azure Window) 3️⃣Ninth stop: Xlendi (Seaside town) 4️⃣Eleventh stop: Marsalforn (Salt Pans, take a taxi after arrival) 5️⃣Twelfth stop: Ggantija Temples (Historical site) 6️⃣Thirteenth stop: Ramla (Tal Mixtar Cave, take a taxi after arrival) ⏰Timetable Departure time: 9:45 (first bus) Arrival time: 17:35 (last bus) ⛴️Transportation: - The main way to get to Gozo Island from the main island is by ferry, which operates 24 hours a day. If you are staying in Sliema or St. Julian's, you need to take a bus to Cirkewwa Pier first, and then take the ferry. - The ferry basically runs every half hour, and you only need to buy a ticket once when returning from Gozo Island to the main island. You can also buy a ticket before boarding the ferry on the main island, and swipe your ticket to board the return trip (4.5 euros per person). - The main transportation on Gozo Island is buses and taxis. There is a type of sightseeing bus on the island that costs 20 euros per person.

Malta has three blues, the Blue Window, the Blue Hole, and the Blue Lagoon, and the Blue Window was once the most famous one. When you come to Gozo Island in Malta, you will definitely not miss this famous Azure Window. It is well known to the world because it was filmed here in 'Game of Thrones'. 🔶The former Blue Window The Blue Window is located on the northwest side of Gozo Island. Located at the end of a cliff, it is a natural arch formed by limestone. Its huge size is like a natural sea cave formed by the sea here after thousands of years of erosion and wind erosion. It is a special geological wonder. Through the naturally formed stone arch, you can see the spectacular view of the sea and sky. Unfortunately, in March 2017, due to long-term wind erosion and wave impact, the Blue Window collapsed after a storm. Therefore, what we see here today is just a huge cliff and limestone, and we can only vaguely discern the appearance of the Blue Window at that time. The huge stone beach on the coast has been eroded by the sea and is pitted, and the mountains in the distance have also been gouged out by the sea breeze. 🔶Snorkeling There is also a cave near the Blue Window where you can snorkel, but unfortunately the boat that entered the cave before winter did not open this time. If you come here in summer, bring your swimsuit, you can snorkel here or follow the boat into the cave for a tour. 📍Navigation: It-Tieqa tad-Dwejra, Gozo 🚗Transportation: Drive by yourself or take the sightseeing bus on the island and get off at the sixth station Dwejra, you can take the next bus to leave on the return journey.