The end of July saw the opening of the first ever Salt Museum in Malta at the Salina Nature Reserve, known for its massive salt pans. The museum has now announced its opening hours and entrance fees, encouraging the public to explore the rich history and significance of salt on the Maltese islands.

The museum will be open every Wednesday between 8am and 12pm till the 15th of September, after which opening hours will be extended till 3pm on Wednesdays.

Entrance costs €3 for adults, children between 6 to 14 years of age pay €2, while children under 6 enter for free. Families wishing to visit the museum can benefit from an entry fee of €6, which covers the entrance of two adults and up to two children.

Visitors will learn about the salt production process and will be able to take a look at the salt pans themselves built by the Knights of St John, as well as the several wooden huts that were reconstructed in the 18th century by the British, one of which has been converted into a visitor centre. Staff members will also be present to guide visitors around the area, and to satisfy any curiosities about this age-old process.

Have you visited the Salt Museum yet?