Sliema Travel Guide
Sliema Local History
The islands of Malta have "changed hands" many time over the centuries. From the Phoenicia in about 1000 BC, to the Greeks in 736 BC. The islands subsequently passed into the possession of Carthage and then Rome. The Arabs took occupation in 870, the Norman army in 1090. In 1530 the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V granted Malta to the Knights of St John of Jerusalem, who ruled the islands until the 19th century. Malta gained independance is 1964.
Sliema Attractions
Top Attractions
Captain Morgan Cruises - Tel 21343373 - Offers a variety of cruises from half hour to full day cruises, as well as cruises where passengers can observe the marine life through a glass observation keel. You could also arrange to charter a yacht.
Divecare - St. Julian's Bay - Tel 21319994 - offer excellent diving courses.
Valletta - Catch the ferry from Sliema to Valletta where there are countless sights, shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs.
Il-Merill Restaurant Family Run Restaurant in St. Vincent Street Sliema Malta. Specialising in Maltese and International Cuisine, Tel:0035621332172 Mob:0035699420265
submitted by Vincent Mifsud, 13/10/08
Sliema Activities
Mediterraneo Marine Park - Tel 21372218 - 2.5 km from outstide Paceville or bus no. 68 from Valletta
Sliema Parks & Gardens
Sliema Restaurants and Bars
Fenech - the national dish - fried or baked rabbit in a casserole
Sliema Restaurants
Plough and Anchor - 1 Main Street, St Julians - Tel 21334725 - Above the pub is a good restaurant the a wide variety on the menu.
Hotel Roma - Ghar Il-Lembi Street, Silema - Tel 2131587 - The restaurant is downstairs and has a good reputation. Also, Cafe Roma is excellent for light meals.
Sliema Bars & Clubs
Plough and Anchor - 1 Main Street, St Julians - Tel 21334725 - The cozy maritime pub downstairs has good cheap food.
City of London - Balluta Street, St Julian's - although essentially a gay and lesbian pub, everyone is welcome. Expect to party!
Muddy Waters - Olivier Street, Balluta Bay - has live bands. Thursday nights are lots of fun as it's drinks promotions night!! Lively and young atmosphere.
Sliema children's activities
Mediterraneo Marine Park - Tel 21372218 - 2.5 km from outstide Paceville or bus no. 68 from Valletta
Featured Hotels in Sliema
- The Palace Hotel High Street Sliema 161 Rooms
- The Victoria Hotel Gorg Borg Olivier Street, Sliema 120 Rooms
- Palazzo Capua Hotel Gorg Borg Olivier Street Sliema 5 Rooms
- Imperial Hotel Triq Rodolfu Sliema 95 Rooms
- Hotel Fortina Tigne Seafront Sliema 194 Rooms
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