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Mellieħa travel guide
Malta's best sandy beaches and the gateway to Comino
Mellieħa Bay. Photo: Mboesch, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3hflight from London
MLAnearest main airport
27° in Augwarmest month
14° in Febcoolest month
Mellieħa is a hilltop village in the north, above Malta's longest sandy beach. Golden Bay and Għajn Tuffieħa are close by.
Ferries to Gozo and boats to Comino leave from Ċirkewwa nearby.
Good forBeachesFamiliesWalkingSnorkelling
What Mellieħa is known for
- Sandy beaches
Mellieħa and Golden Bay.
- Comino
The Blue Lagoon by boat.
- Popeye Village
A film set turned theme park.
- Coastal walks
Cliffs and countryside.
Top things to do in Mellieħa
Where to stay in Mellieħa
Best time to visit Mellieħa
Best value: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. June to September for the beach.
- Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
- PeakBusiest, highest prices
- QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
Getting there and around
About 3h from London to MLA, and flights from most UK airports.
Buses from Valletta take about an hour. A car helps.
Good to know
- The Blue Lagoon is very busy at midday.
- Bring shade for the beach.
- Book Comino boats early.
Mellieħa FAQ
Is Mellieħa good for families?
Yes, with shallow sandy beaches.
How far from the airport?
About 40 minutes by car.
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