Malta

St. Julian's

Lively coastal entertainment hub

SDA Zone — No AIP permit needed for foreign buyers
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About St. Julian's

St. Julian's is where Malta goes to play. By day it's a pleasant coastal town spread around Spinola Bay — one of the most photographed fishing boat harbours on the island — and Balluta Bay with its grand art nouveau houses. By night it becomes Paceville, the island's densest concentration of bars, clubs, casinos, and restaurants, drawing revellers from across Malta until the early hours. The town has a split personality that works in its favour. The Paceville side is loud, youthful, and commercial, home to international hotel chains and the Dragonara Casino. The Spinola and Balluta side is refined, with upscale restaurants housed in converted townhouses and a promenade that connects westward to Sliema. Portomaso, with its signature tower and marina, sits between the two — a luxury residential and commercial complex that symbolises the area's premium positioning. St. Julian's is the heart of Malta's iGaming and tech industries. Office buildings cluster around the Mriehel area and along the coast, making it the most convenient base for professionals working in these sectors. Property here commands some of the highest rents on the island, particularly in developments with sea views.

Living in St. Julian's

Parking
Difficult, especially on weekends and evenings. Paceville is nearly impossible by car after 8pm. Portomaso has underground parking (paid).
Walkability
Very good. Flat coastal promenade connects to Sliema. Paceville is entirely walkable. Some uphill streets heading inland.
Noise Level
High in Paceville area. Moderate elsewhere. Spinola and Balluta are surprisingly peaceful considering proximity.
Public Transport
Good. Buses to Valletta, Sliema, and most of Malta. Night buses run on weekends.

Who is St. Julian's for?

young professionals nightlife lovers tourists

Dining & Nightlife

Where to eat

  • Barracuda — established seafood restaurant overlooking Balluta Bay
  • Cafe Del Mar — waterfront dining at Westin Dragonara
  • Balu's — casual burger joint popular with locals
  • Zest — Asian-fusion on the Spinola Bay strip
  • Hugo's Terrace — Mediterranean with panoramic sea views

Nightlife

Malta's nightlife capital — Paceville is packed with clubs, bars, and late-night venues; Portomaso and Spinola Bay offer more refined cocktail bars

Education

St. Andrew's International School (nearby, Pembroke)
St. Claire's College (St. Julian's)
Verdala International School reachable in 15 minutes

Getting Around

Bus
Routes 12, 13, 14, 16 serve St. Julian's and Paceville from Valletta
Ferry
Nearest ferry at Sliema (5-minute drive)
Airport
25 minutes by car, 35 by bus

Buying Property in St. Julian's

Contains multiple SDAs: Portomaso, Portomaso Extension, Pender Gardens/Mercury House (Extensions I-VI). Foreign buyers within these developments do not need an AIP permit and may rent freely. Other St. Julian's properties require an AIP permit.

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