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Bus
From St. Julian's, head to the nearest bus stop, which is located on the main road, Triq Sant' Andrija. Take bus number 16 or 21 towards Valletta. The journey will take approximately 30 minutes. Get off at the 'Valletta' bus terminal. From there, transfer to bus number 1 or 3 towards Birgu. The bus ride will take around 20 minutes. Get off at the 'Birgu' stop, and from there, walk towards Triq it-8 ta' Dicembru. The Malta at War Museum is located at Couvre Porte Counterguard, just a 5-minute walk from the bus stop.
Ferry
Start at the Sliema Ferries, which is a short walk from St. Julian's. Take the ferry from Sliema to Valletta. The ferry ride will take about 10 minutes. Once in Valletta, walk to the nearby bus terminal and catch bus number 1 or 3 towards Birgu. The bus ride will take around 20 minutes. Get off at the 'Birgu' stop, and walk towards Triq it-8 ta' Dicembru. The Malta at War Museum is located at Couvre Porte Counterguard, about a 5-minute walk from there.
Walking
If you're feeling adventurous, you can walk to Birgu from St. Julian's. Begin on Triq Sant' Andrija and head towards the coast. Follow the promenade along the coastline until you reach the ferry terminal in Sliema. Cross the water by taking the ferry to Valletta. Once in Valletta, follow the signs to the bus terminal and catch bus number 1 or 3 towards Birgu. Get off at the 'Birgu' stop, and walk towards Triq it-8 ta' Dicembru. The Malta at War Museum is located at Couvre Porte Counterguard, which is about a 5-minute walk from the bus stop.
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