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Special opening! Typically closed Heritage Malta museums to open on the 12th & 13th of February for Carnival holidays
Museums that are typically closed on Mondays and Tuesdays will be open on these days.

Lyndsey Grima

Heritage Malta has exciting news for culture enthusiasts as their museums, typically closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, will swing open their doors on the 12th and 13th of February.

This special opening is in celebration of the Carnival holidays, allowing locals and visitors alike to enjoy the rich heritage and history curated by Heritage Malta. The decision to extend the museum access aligns with the festive spirit of Carnival, providing an excellent opportunity for individuals to explore Malta's cultural treasures during this lively season.

Here’s the full list of all the normally closed museums that will be open on the two days:

  • Ggantija Archaeological Park
  • Ta’ Kola Windmill
  • St Paul’s Catacombs
  • Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Archaeological Park
  • MUZA
  • National Museum of Archaeology
  • Fort St Elmo & the National War Museum
  • Ta Hagrat Megalithic Site
  • Skorba Prehistoric Site
  • Fort St Angelo
  • Hal Tarxien Prehistoric Complex
  • Ghar Dalam
  • Borg in-Nadur Prehistoric Complex
  • Inquisitor’s Palace
  • Domvs Romano
  • National Museum of Natural History
  • Gozo Museum of Archaeology
  • The Old Prison
  • Gran Castello Historic House
  • Gozo Nature Museum

Don't miss this chance to delve into the past and discover the fascinating exhibits within Heritage Malta's museums on these Carnival holidays.

Will you be visiting a museum during the Carnival holidays?

29th January 2024


Lyndsey Grima
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Lyndsey Grima
Lyndsey has always been passionate about all things content. She keeps her storytelling skills sharp by exercising physically as she’s a fitness buff and also mentally as she enjoys reading and travelling.

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