Best family beaches in Malta, 2026
21 family beaches in Malta that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to family travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Anchor Bay / Popeye Village
Mdina, Malta
Famous for Popeye film set, scenic and family-friendly
2OBI 7.5+
Armier Bay
Armier Bay, Malta
Quieter alternative to Mellieħa Bay, excellent for relaxation
Armier Bay
Naxxar, Malta
Quiet beach with calm waters favored by locals
4OBI 7.5+
Blue Lagoon
Comino, Malta
World-famous crystal-clear waters and iconic lagoon for swimming and snorkeling
5OBI 7.5+
Bugibba Bay
Bugibba, Malta
Iconic beach in Bugibba, very popular with tourists and families
6OBI 7.5+
Għajn Dwieli Beach
Paola, Malta
Well-known beach in Paola, popular for family visits and sunbathing
Golden Bay
Mdina, Malta
One of Malta's most iconic sandy beaches with golden sand and popular facilities
8OBI 7.5+
Hagar Qim Beach
Qrendi, Malta
Sandy beach near the Hagar Qim temples, popular with tourists
9OBI 7.5+
Mellieħa Bay
Naxxar, Malta
Malta's largest sandy beach, iconic for families and sunbathing
Mellieħa Bay
Mellieħa, Malta
Largest sandy beach in Malta, perfect for families and sunbathing
11OBI 7.5+
Mgarr ix-Xini Beach
Żebbuġ, Malta
Popular sandy beach with clear waters, ideal for family visits
Mġarr ix-Xini Beach
Rabat, Malta
Iconic sandy beach in Rabat popular with locals and tourists
13OBI 7.5+
Pretty Bay
Marsaxlokk, Malta
Popular sandy beach near urban amenities
14OBI 7.5+
Pretty Bay
Birżebbuġa, Malta
Largest sandy beach in southern Malta, ideal for families and sunbathing
St. George's Bay
Valletta, Malta
Iconic urban beach in Valletta, ideal for family and sunbathing
St. George's Bay
St. George's Bay, Malta
Popular local beach with calm waters, good for a quiet day
17OBI 7.5+
St. George's Bay Beach
St. George’s Bay, Malta
Iconic urban beach in St. George’s Bay, very popular with locals and tourists
18OBI 7.5+
St. Paul's Bay Beach
St. Paul's Bay, Malta
Popular beach with calm waters, ideal for families
19OBI 7.5+
St. Paul's Bay Beach
Naxxar, Malta
Popular urban beach close to amenities and restaurants
20OBI 7.5+
St. Thomas Bay
Marsaxlokk, Malta
Quiet beach with shallow waters favored by locals
Vittoriosa Beach
Vittoriosa Marina, Malta
Popular local beach near the marina, scenic views