National Museum of Archaeology
Valletta, Malta

National Museum of Archaeology

Type: museum / history

Housed in the former 17th-century Auberge de Provence, this museum preserves the most significant artifacts of Maltese prehistory. Particularly outstanding is the 'Sleeping Lady of Ħal Saflieni' — a figurine approximately 5000 years old — and the original decorations from the megalithic temples, which are the oldest free-standing stone structures in the world.

Tickets

Entry: Tickets from ~5.00 EUR
Indicative price — confirm the exact amount before booking.
Tickets can also be purchased on-site.

The ticket is affordable and includes all permanent exhibitions. The museum is air-conditioned, making it ideal for hot summer days. An audio guide is available for an additional fee. Closed on Tuesdays.

⛰️ Heads up: Hilly approach — the uphill section may add about 25 percent to the walking time to the attraction.

Parking nearby

Horse Cab stand

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 4 min to the attraction (252m)

Address: VGW6+3PV, Castille Street, Valletta

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

MCP Parking Garage

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 6 min to the attraction (465m)

Address: Saint Anne Street, Floriana

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +356 2125 0055

Talàlkozó.

garage/underground 🚶 7 min to the attraction (548m)

Address: 13 Triq John Lopez, Il-Furjana

Valletta Cruise Port Parking

garage/underground 🚶 8 min to the attraction (578m)

Address: VGR6+W2H, Valletta

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