How to Get from Marsaxlokk to St. Peter’s Pool: Best Ways
Are you looking for the best ways to get from Marsaxlokk to St. Peter’s Pool, Malta? The crystal clear turquoise water and dramatic views of the natural swimming pool offer unforgettable experiences, whether you want to relax or jump into the water from the top of the rocks.
Since St. Peter’s Pool is very popular during the peak season, there may be a traffic jam when you get there, as the streets are very narrow. In this ultimate guide, you will find all the ways to get to St. Peter’s Pool, like by boat, car, public transport, or on foot.
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How to Get from Marsaxlokk to St. Peter’s Pool
Getting a Water Taxi to St. Peter’s Pool
You can easily book your water taxi at the harbor. The one-way boat ride costs 5 EUR, and a return trip costs 10 EUR per person. The ride takes only 30 minutes.
If you would like to spend a few hours at the natural pool, we recommend that you discuss your return trip with the boat captain before booking.
Marsaxlokk to St. Peter’s Pool by Boat
If you are looking for the best way to get to St. Peter’s Pool, take a scenic and fun trip on a traditional, colorful fishing boat (luzzu). During the tour, you can admire the historic forts, see the Delimara Lighthouse and picturesque Salt Pans, Kalanka Bay, Hofriet Window, and much more.
Driving to St. Peter’s Pool & Parking
You can easily reach St. Peter’s Pool by car from Marsaxlokk or if you are staying in the area. After exploring the charming little fishing village, we visited St. Peter’s Pool.
We didn’t check in advance where to park and ended up going to the paid parking lot, where we paid 3 euros for parking. Since it has two parking lots, don’t make this mistake. Although this paid parking lot is closer to St. Peter’s Pool, it’s not worth it, as even getting there is more difficult. Drive carefully as the road is very narrow, and two cars cannot pass each other. If someone is driving towards you, you will probably have to reverse a lot.
Instead, go to this parking lot, which is free, and from there, you can reach the site in 10 minutes via a narrow path.
Walking to St. Peter’s Pool
We saw many tourists walking to the natural swimming pool. If you are in the village, you can get there in about 30-40 minutes. However, it is extremely hot in Malta in the summer, so wear a hat or cap, as there will be no shade on the way, and bring plenty of water.
It’s good to know that there are no changing rooms or toilets at St. Peter’s Pool.
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Traveling to St. Peter’s Pool by Bus
There is no direct bus service to St. Peter’s Pool. If you want to use public transport, you can take bus No. 119 from the airport or bus No. 81 or 85 from Valletta to Marsaxlokk. Once you arrive, you can reach St. Peter’s Pool by foot, boat, or taxi.
Uber and Bolt are affordable on the island and can save you time if you don’t want to take the bus.
The bus ticket costs 2.50 EUR in summer, 2 EUR in winter, and the night fare is 3 EUR. You can purchase your ticket from the bus driver. Tickets are valid for two hours, including transfers.
Save money and buy a Tallinja Card. The Explore Card costs 25 EUR for adults and 7 EUR for children (4-10 years old). It is valid for 7 days from the first validation and gives you unlimited travel.
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You can buy your Tallinja Card at the airport’s ticket machines.
Where to Stay in Malta
Malta has many small towns to stay in, but most people stay in Sliema, Valletta, or Mellieha as a first visit.
- The Sliema area is one of the best choices if you are looking for affordable accommodation in Malta.
- Valletta is one of the most atmospheric places to stay. From here, you can easily reach Sliema by ferry or visit the Three Cities by Maltese gondola.
- Mellieha Bay is one of the largest sandy beaches and a favorite spot for families, couples, and water sports lovers.
But if you want to dive into where to stay in Malta, read our post.
Best hotels in Sliema
- Luxury: AX The Palace
- Mid-Range: Verdi Gzira or Mr Todd Hotel
- Budget: Follow the Sun Hostel
Best Time to Visit Malta
Malta is an all-year-round destination with beautiful beaches, historic sites, charming towns, and stunning natural attractions. But the best time to visit is from May to September. We explored Malta’s attractions in mid-May and had fantastic weather on the island.
Malta has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
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In high season, we strongly recommend booking accommodation and tours in advance!
We hope our post on how to get from Marsaxlokk to St. Peter’s Pool will help you plan your next trip to Malta. If you have any questions or thoughts, let us know in the comment below.
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