9 Breathtaking Spots To Enjoy Autumn In Malta
As the air’s set to take a crisper bite, it’s high time to update your list of places-to-hang and cross out ‘beach’.
So fill up your kettles, load up your Thermos with steaming coffee and pack a warm hoodie – these are some of the coolest spots for you to chill around You can fill up your kettle and get your coffee flask ready, here are our most beloved spots for winter chilling in mainland Malta.
1. Selmun
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The lush hills and beautiful scenery of secluded Selmun are unlike any other Maltese beach. Consider this the perfect spot to watch a lone sailing yacht drift by, eat cold pastizzi, drink lukewarm coffee.
2. Buskett
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Malta’s answer to ermahgahd-we-has-forest will always hold a special place in our hearts. Kick back beneath the trees, nibble some ftajjar dripping in oil, and relax in the OG Maltese forest.
3. Ta’ Qali
This is one of the most famous picnic and dog-walking areas on the island, and with good reason. Ta’ Qali’s sprawling lawns and gardens are just the place for you to relax and lie down on the grass.
4. Mtaħleb
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Malta’s other forest, this breathtaking place is our top choice when it comes to long walks and giving the finger to civilisation. Things to do while in Mtaħleb include making friends with an over-confident stray dog, or getting up really early to watch the sunrise.
5. Bir Miftuħ
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Nestled between the edge of old Gudja and the limits of the Malta International Airport, Bir Miftuħ is possibly Malta’s tiniest literal work of art. This gorgeous medieval chapel is only open for special occasions, but it’s got meticulously cared-for grounds and a wonderful garden spread open to the public.
6. Tal-Virtu’
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Rabat itself is one of Malta’s most underrated gems, but Tal-Virtu’ takes the crown for ultimate Rabat hangout. Combining gorgeous views, streets riddled with quiet houses and a score of creepy stories, Tal-Virtu’ needs to be on your weekend visits autumn/winter collection.
7. Wied iż-Żurrieq
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This southern gem is hands-down the prettiest spot to hang out at. And before you go complaining that it’s too far away, gurl – if the southerners can figure out how to get to Mellieħa, you can totally Google Maps your way here.
Besides, what better excuse to stare out at the sea and listen to all of Bonnie Tyler’s songs in one go without looking sad?
8. Dingli
Everyone’s go-to cliff-riddled spot on the island is the place for windswept-hair-snaps and killer sunset views. We promise, the beautiful scenery and bushy plants will make up for the raging wind trying to blow you into oblivion.
9. Munxar
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No, not the Gozitan town. This beautiful Marsascala spot is guaranteed to make you fall in love with the island all over again. Scenic views and the gentle wind freezing your nose off are the perfect excuse for a fistful of Ottini dipped in your Thermos-full of tea by the sea.