15 Mellieha & the North Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Malta National Aquarium Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,532 reviews · 180 days · from $20Our pick

Visit Malta’s starfish-shaped National Aquarium at your own pace. See 51 tanks and more than 250 species, including Mediterranean fish, sharks, jellyfish, reptiles, frogs, and insects. Allow one to two hours, or longer for talks, feedings, the submarine simulation, and the Malta-themed displays. The aquarium is wheelchair accessible.

“very fresh looking building. several large tanks with walkways. displaying different varietys of fish. very clean inside. large under tunnel walk way. with small to medium sharks. toilets. large. cafe . was a nice afternoon out. takes around 1-2 hours to see it all. we enjoyed our visit and price was reasonable.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Popeye Village Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,070 reviews · 1 day · from $18Best value

Spend a full day at Malta’s original Popeye movie set, meeting Popeye and Olive Oyl, watching live shows, joining a short film, and exploring the comic museum. Your ticket also covers mini golf, cinema, silversmith demonstrations, popcorn, and seasonal pools and sea inflatables. Bring swimwear and a towel from June to October.

“An amazing experience well worth the money. The staff are amazing and the animation team were fantastic. The views are surreal such a beautiful place.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Popeye Village Malta Filmset Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,802 reviews · 1 day · from $18

Spend a full day exploring the original 1980 Popeye film set at Anchor Bay near Mellieħa. Meet Popeye and his friends, join the TAKE2 movie-making session, watch shows, visit the comic museum, play mini-golf, and enjoy summer swimming areas, inflatables, and children’s pools. English hosts and wheelchair access are available.

“Surprisingly way more packed with things than we first anticipated! It was so interesting and the staff were so friendly and added massively to the experience. For the price I would definitely recommend going was well worth it.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Popeye Village with Optional Private Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 551 reviews · 1 day · from $19

Spend a full day at Malta’s original Popeye film set, with comic displays, animation shows, mini-golf, movie-making, and summer swimming at Anchor Bay. You can add private hotel transfers from selected areas. Nana Oyl and other cast members help make the film experience lively, while the bay adds a welcome break from the set.

“I had an amazing time at Popeye Village. The village is very well organised, entertainers are fun and engaging. Lots of games and lots of happenings. Could spend a whole day. I highly recommend and would love to go again.”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Jet Ski Rental with Safety Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 366 reviews · 30 min

Meet the Bluewaves Watersports team at the Labranda Hotel in Mellieha for a safety briefing, life jacket, and 30 minutes on a new Sea-Doo GTX 130 or GTX Pro. Ride with one passenger across the water between northern Malta and southern Comino, with a safety boat nearby. Abdi, Augustino, Kevin, and Shamison are among the helpful staff praised for clear guidance and friendly service.

“Amazing and kind people guiding you through the best possible water attraction! Highly recommended!”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Popeye Village Film Set

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 257 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $18

Spend 2 to 4 hours at Malta’s colorful Popeye Village, the original 1980 Robin Williams film set. Walk through the wooden houses, join an English guided tour, watch the making-of documentary with free popcorn, meet Popeye and friends, play mini-golf, and enjoy seasonal pools and bay activities.

“We considered this trip well worth the money. Plenty to see and do although it’s not a theme park. A few wee shows with the characters, lovely views, private cove and pool and lots of cabanas included. We thoroughly enjoyed it.”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Jet Ski Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 152 reviews · from $30

Meet your English-speaking instructor near Cirkewwa Cafe, beside the large Jet Ski Rental sign. After a safety briefing and life-jacket fitting, ride a new 2024 jet ski across Malta’s clear Mediterranean water. No license is needed. The basic session lasts 10 minutes, with longer rides and a paid passenger option available.

“If you're looking for an unforgettable experience in Malta, renting a jet ski is an absolute must! I had the incredible opportunity to rent one, and it was hands down one of the best parts of my trip. The service was exceptional—super friendly staff, well-maintained jet skis, and clear instructions that made even first-timers like myself feel confident on the water. The thrill of speeding across the crystal-clear Mediterranean Sea with stunning views of Malta's coastline is something I'll never forget. Whether you're an adrenaline junkie or just looking to enjoy the breathtaking scenery, this is the perfect activity. The rental process was smooth, with flexible options, and the rates…”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Popeye Village fun park General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 137 reviews · 1 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $18

Step onto Malta’s original 1980s Popeye film set, meet Popeye and Olive Oyl, watch a short film-set documentary, join shows, try mini golf, and appear in a movie. From June to October, add Anchor Bay swimming, inflatables, pools, sun beds, and showers. Food is extra, but popcorn, parking, Wi-Fi, and luggage storage are included.

“Popeye Village film set was smaller than we expected, but that didn't detract from how much fun it was. We were able to see all the sets within an hour and then spent some time lounging at the water for a while. This is a great attraction for kids of all ages (our group was a bunch of 50+). Overall this was a great day out and we enjoyed it immensely, even the ones who didn't go for a swim in the bay. We only spent about 3 hours there, but that was more than enough time to go through the village and enjoy the water.”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Coral Lagoon Kayak Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 73 reviews · from $33

Start at Little Armier, the closest launch point to Coral Lagoon, then paddle independently toward the cave and clear sea. Choose a single or double kayak, collect a paddle and life jacket, and get route advice in English from the Seasport Malta team. No guide joins you on the water, so basic kayaking confidence helps.

“It was probably the best activity we had on Malta!”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Malta Airport Cab Transfer to Bugibba /St Paul’s Bay / Qawra Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) Top rated

Arrive at Malta International Airport and meet your driver at the HSBC ATM in the Arrivals Hall. Simone and other Get Cab drivers wait with your name on a sign, help with luggage, and take up to four people directly to accommodation in Bugibba, St Paul’s Bay, or Qawra. The sedan holds two checked bags and two cabin bags.

“Simone my driver was on time, very knowledgeable about the island and very pleasant to talk with. Highly recommended!!”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.Half-Day Luxury Catamaran Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · from $74

Sail from Fekruna Jetty with a maximum of 20 people, stopping at Santa Maria Caves, Blue Lagoon, and Crystal Lagoon. Expect a relaxed four-hour trip, English-speaking crew, unlimited water, soft drinks, beer, and wine, plus shared paddleboards and snorkel masks for a deposit. Captain Dustan may share local stories along the way.

“An amazing experience!! The crew were incredible and made it soo much better. Had beer and wine the whole ride and some snacks. They gave you advice on the best places to see and told us amazing things about Malta. Highly recommend fantastic experience best part of our holiday. Don’t forget to tip them, they were incredible!!”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.Kayak Tour Golden Hour at St Paul’s Island 2 hours 30 minutes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $50

Set out from Mistra Bay with a basic kayak lesson, then paddle 4 to 5 kilometers along Malta’s rocky coast with a guide. You’ll enter a tall cave with purple and orange coral, cross to St Paul’s Island, and enjoy 25 minutes for a swim or walk to the statue and 1845 cross. Alan is one of the named guides.

“Great experience and ideal time to explore the coastline on the water. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.Guided Kayak Tour in St Paul’s Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Start at Mistra Bay with guides Alan and his colleague, then paddle to Tal-Mignuna cave, St Paul’s Island, and nearby coves. Expect a friendly, active tour with geology, coral, birdlife, and clear swimming water. Bring two litres of water, sun protection, and shoes that can get wet.

“Starting off from a nice little bay. Well organised. Nice to do some exercise. We should have done the kayaking in swimwear/shoes as there was water on the seats/bottom - we were going back in the car.”

Check availability →Read our full review

14.Jet Ski Safari to St. Paul’s Islands or St Thomas Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1.5 hours

Follow an instructor from St. George’s Bay on a small-group jet ski safari. Choose the north route to Mellieha Bay, St. Paul’s Bay, and St. Paul’s Islands, or the south route past Valletta Grand Harbour to St. Thomas Bay and il-Hofriet. You’ll ride for 1.5 hours, with fuel, safety gear, and guide photos included.

“I love jet skiing and this was such a fun adventure to get to see Malta. Tour guide was very friendly and took some greats photos so I can have memories of it forever!”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.2 Scuba Fun Dives for Certified divers in St Paul’s Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $118

Meet Aquatica Diving Centre in Sliema at 8:00 am for two guided scuba sessions near St Paul’s Bay. Your guides match the sites and pace to your certification and comfort, with kit, transfers, and two safety briefings included. Holly and Lee have guided memorable WWII wreck outings, while weekly Gozo and Comino full-days cost extra.

“Our dive was fantastic. My son and I are newer divers so it was customized to our skill. I tend to panic in the beginning of a dive a little and the instructor was very patient with me. I was ready to give up but he stuck with me and I was able to enjoy the dive with me son and saw 2 jellyfish.”

Check availability →Read our full review