Breathtaking Views from the St. Michael Bastion

Getting There

• Walking

  From the heart of St. Julian's, head towards the main promenade along the coastline. If you're starting at Spinola Bay, walk towards the south along the promenade. Continue walking past the numerous restaurants and hotels until you reach the end of the bay where the promenade intersects with Triq il-Kbira. Turn right onto Triq il-Kbira and follow this street as it winds into the residential area. Keep walking straight until you reach the intersection with Triq il-Miratur. At this point, you can take a left onto Triq il-Miratur. Continue along this road until you see signs for the bus stop for Valletta. Here, you can catch a bus heading towards Valletta.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  After boarding the bus to Valletta, enjoy the scenic ride as you travel towards the capital. Get off at the Valletta Terminus bus stop. Once you disembark, head towards the entrance of the city by walking through the City Gate. Once inside Valletta, follow the signs towards St. Michael Bastion. Walk straight down Republic Street and take a left onto St. George's Square. From there, navigate towards the upper part of Valletta where St. Michael Bastion is located. The Lookout Point is situated at the end of the bastion, providing breathtaking views. The walk from the bus stop to the Lookout Point will take approximately 15-20 minutes.

• Walking (Direct Route from Valletta)

  If you are already in Valletta, start from the Upper Barracca Gardens, which offers a great view of the Grand Harbour. Exit the gardens and turn left onto the main road, following the signs towards St. Michael Bastion. Continue to walk along the bastion walls, which will lead you directly to Lookout Point. The walk should take around 10 minutes. Ensure you take the time to enjoy the views along the way.