Location: Saint Julian's
Top Things to do in Saint Julian's
Top 10 Things to do in Saint Julian's, Malta
Saint Julian's is a popular vacation spot on the coast of Malta. The small town successfully blends its fishing village charm with its tourist center. Latin architecture, such as Spinola Palace, built in 1688, and the Old Parish Church are popular historical sites. Divers will enjoy exploring shipwrecks via the Divewise Center. The renovated Paceville district, a former military haunt in the 1930s, is now the hub of Saint Julian's nightlife with an array of restaurants, bars, and clubs.
Restaurants in Saint Julian's
1. Spinola Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By ABEONAS - Folkestone, United Kingdom
Great base for getting around the island away from Valletta. Several buses pass through the bay including the open top tour bus ( north). Lots of restaurants and bars to choose from .
2. Portomaso Marina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 682 reviews
Reviewed By R0bbie78 - Wickford, United Kingdom
A lovely walk around this very impressive marina for non-residents.
Beautiful yachts bobbing around in this man made marina overlooked by residential properties. There are some restaurants and a cafe near the entrance but we were here early on a Sunday morning. Well worth a look
3. Balluta Square
Overall Ratings
4 based on 238 reviews
Reviewed By WelshLorna - Stevenage, United Kingdom
Lovely old square with some gorgeous old buildings. The church is fabulous. It was lovely to sit and sip coffee listening to the melody of the church bells.
There are a number of cafes,ice cream parlours and pizzerias across the road in Balluta Bay.
Not really an attraction in itself but a nice place to whittle away an hour or so having a lazy laid back coffee with nice views.
Can get busy with traffic during rush hour.
4. Parish Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By stuart w - Glasgow, United Kingdom
This is a beautiful old church overlooking the bay right on the main road, nice day to night and authentic in every way
5. Dragonara Casino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 634 reviews
Dragonara Casino, the number one casino in Malta, is owned and operated by Dragonara Gaming Limited. The Dragonara Casino is housed within the majestic Dragonara Palace and has been operating since 1964 offering a unique gaming and entertainment destination 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Dragonara Casino is conveniently located within the St. Julian’s are featuring 250 slot machines, 15 live tables, a premier poker room overlooking the St. George’s Bay, a VIP-Lounge for high-roller private gaming, a Sports Lounge and one of Malta’s top rated restaurants. Dragonara Gaming Limited took over the operation of the Dragonara Casino in 2010 and since then has invested over €25 Million in the property. The Casino underwent a major investment upgrade project earlier in 2016 propelling the property into the ranks of the most prestigious and pristine gaming properties in the Mediterranean. Situated on the tip of the ‘Tad-Dragun’ promontory in St Julian’s the Dragonara Palace is one of Malta’s most extraordinary and imposing private properties built in the classical style almost as a grand romantic folly. Built in 1870 as the summer residence of the Marquis Scicluna the Dragonara Palace opened as Malta’s first Casino in 1964. The Dragonara Casino was one of the first major projects to establish Malta as a prime tourist destination. The Palace is a landmark property in Malta surrounded by a colonnaded veranda that abuts directly onto the sea. It retains many of the original architectural and interior design features, which have been successfully adapted to the requirements of casino patrons.
6. St. George's Bay
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Tunde O
We have a great and excellent time viewing the Mediterranean! Lots of places to hang out and the South and North buses can talk you round so you don't miss anything
7. The Reef Club at Westin Dragonara
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By OrnellaMuti - Saint Julian's, Malta
Clean sea and beautiful surroundings away from the tourists. Great place for a relaxing weekend. However the minus is - the kitchen closes at 4pm and the food is expensive and not that good.
8. Casino Malta by Olympic Casino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 89 reviews
In Casino Malta by Olympic Casino we strive to provide the most exciting casino experience with the mix of Las Vegas type entertainment and the best customer service! The 3000 square meter casino features 285 slots, 2 electronic roulette tables and 29 casino and poker tables as well as a wide sports betting and bar area. In addition,there is a TiTo payment ticket system installed throughout the casino. The slot machines installed in the casino are the newest and most modern in the country, guaranteeing the highest world class level of entertainment and gaming. You have a chance to play a variety of our table games - American Roulette, Blackjack, Ultimate Texas Hold'em, Punto Banco and Casino Malta Poker. We offer a unique and rich variety of promotions and an intriguing program including themed events, competitions, cultural events and international poker tournaments. As a bonus - Every weekend brings a marvelous show by various artists! It is hard to imagine a better place to meet with friends or just have a cocktail. In our comfortable lounge bar you will meet Malta's best barmen, the most delicious cocktails, perfect atmosphere and excellent service. Casino Malta by Olympic Casino is opened 24 hours a day and we also provide free, high-speed wireless internet. We look forward to seeing you in our casino!
Reviewed By Andy S - Valletta, Malta
Everything I am used to in a casino from the warm welcome to the selection of games. Something for everyone and with a great variety of options. This casino has 2 bar areas, tv area for sports betting or socialising, poker rooms, table games and if you are like me, a bit new to some of the games - You will be guided through the games without any pressure. This is a wonderful place to enjoy the evening entertainment (at weekends). Like I said, this is the big casino with the personal feel.
9. Paceville
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By FreeA_Traveller
On the weekends always crowded and full of young people getting drunk. If you don't like that don't go there. It's the party area at night. If you are sleeping there make sure you have a room facing a quiet side or not the road otherwise you will have sleepless nights.
10. The Casino at Portomaso
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By PJ1743 - Rye, United Kingdom
This casino used to a nice place to go - more upmarket than the Dragonara and with a restaurant as well. Now it's in a shocking state - very dingy, dark and grubby. The carpets are filthy and the white plastic chairs are split and in need of reupholstering. The restaurant has gone as well. There are a lot of building works in St Julian's and the Portomaso cafe next door has been demolished. Perhaps the casino is going the same way.
It looks like it's changed hands yet again so maybe the new owners have plans to refurbish it. Unsurprisingly there were very few people there and only one roulette table open which made the whole experience even more depressing.
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