Mġarr Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The town of Mġarr grew up around the shallow harbour which shares its name. Ferry services to Malta were in operation by 1241, and fishing was already established. While the area around the harbour was developed over the following centuries, there was little development of the harbour itself until 1841, when a breakwater was constructed to provide more shelter to the port. This breakwater was strengthened and extended several times up to 1906. A larger breakwater was constructed between 1929 and 1935, and two more in 1969; on the completion of the latter, the area of the port was expanded to 121,400 square metres.
The town of Mġarr grew up around the shallow harbour which shares its name. Ferry services to Malta were in operation by 1241, and fishing was already established. While the area around the harbour was developed over the following centuries, there was little development of the harbour itself until 1841, when a breakwater was constructed to provide more shelter to the port. This breakwater was strengthened and extended several times up to 1906. A larger breakwater was constructed between 1929 and 1935, and two more in 1969; on the completion of the latter, the area of the port was expanded to 121,400 square metres.
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4 out of 5
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Popular places to visit

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Gozo Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Mġarr with a trip to Gozo Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Gozo Ferry Terminal

Church of Our Lady of Lourdes

After visiting Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mġarr. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Church of Our Lady of Lourdes

Belvedere

You can learn about the history of Mġarr when you stop by Belvedere. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Belvedere

St Mary's Tower

After visiting St Mary's Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Comino. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

St Mary's Tower

Viewpoint

You can learn about the history of Ghajnsielem with a trip to Viewpoint. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Viewpoint

Gorgun Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gorgun Beach during your trip to Mġarr?

Gorgun Beach

Activities

Main Tank Tunnel

Malta National Aquarium Entrance Ticket

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Gozo and Comino Islands: Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & caves

Gozo & Comino Islands, Blue Lagoon & Seacaves Tour

AU$58
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Gozo & Comino Islands, Blue Lagoon & Seacaves Tour
Half day Cruise - Comino, Gozo, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, and Caves

Half day Cruise - Comino, Gozo, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, and Caves

AU$42
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Half day Cruise - Comino, Gozo, Blue & Crystal Lagoon, and Caves
Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop

Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop

AU$142
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Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop
From Sliema: Gozo, Comino & The Blue Lagoon Boat & Bus Tour

From Sliema: Gozo, Comino & The Blue Lagoon Boat & Bus Tour

AU$72
per adult
From Sliema: Gozo, Comino & The Blue Lagoon Boat & Bus Tour
Gozo and Comino Blue Lagoon Cruise

Gozo and Comino Blue Lagoon Cruise

AU$70
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Gozo and Comino Blue Lagoon Cruise
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