Iċ-Ċittadella Travel Guide

Victoria

Citadella
Citadella
A trip to Gozo is not complete without a stop at the Cittadella. This area has been occupied since the Bronze age and is famous for its lace. #LifeAtExpedia
View from the top of the Citadel in Gozo
The Cittadella, also known as the Castello, is a citadel in Victoria on the island of Gozo, Malta. The area has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, and the site now occupied by the Cittadella is believed to have been the acropolis of the Punic-Roman city of Gaulos or Glauconis Civitas.

Popular places to visit

Citadella

The Citadel

After visiting The Citadel, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Victoria. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

The Citadel
St. George\'s Basilica which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

St. George's Basilica

Emerging from the narrow streets of Victoria, be dazzled by this enormous, ornate basilica with a genuinely breathtaking interior.

St. George's Basilica

Gozo Nature Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gozo Nature Museum during your trip to Victoria. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Gozo Nature Museum

Gozo Museum of Archaeology

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gozo Museum of Archaeology in Għajn il-Kbira. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Gozo Museum of Archaeology

Old Prison

Learn about the local history of Għajn il-Kbira with a stop at Old Prison. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Old Prison

Cathedral of the Assumption

You can learn about the history of Victoria with a trip to Cathedral of the Assumption. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Cathedral of the Assumption

Things to do

Mv Kataleya

Sliema Cruise to Gozo, Comino and Blue Lagoon in Beautiful Malta

£35
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sliema Cruise to Gozo, Comino and Blue Lagoon in Beautiful Malta
Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop

Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop

£73
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop
GOZO All Inclusive Buggy Day Tour - Blue Lagoon

Gozo Buggy Tour: All-inclusive Day Trip + Blue Lagoon

£99
per adult
Gozo Buggy Tour: All-inclusive Day Trip + Blue Lagoon
From Malta/Gozo: Comino & Crystal Lagoon Private Boat Trip

From Malta/Gozo: Comino & Crystal Lagoon Private Boat Trip

£16
per adult
From Malta/Gozo: Comino & Crystal Lagoon Private Boat Trip
Night in Valletta, Malta

Nighttime Tour of Valletta, Mdina & Mosta with Malta 5D Show

£26
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Nighttime Tour of Valletta, Mdina & Mosta with Malta 5D Show
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Gozo - Funtastic Daytrips -

£64
per adult
Gozo - Funtastic Daytrips -
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Top hotels in Iċ-Ċittadella

Corinthia St George's Bay

Corinthia St George's Bay

5 out of 5
St. Georges Bay St. Julian's Malta
The price is £75 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
£75
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in St. Julian's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Very nice hotel and staff are very friendly from the reception Cassidy to the concierge Edgar and Brian and the staff from the restaurant Mylen Johanna. And the staff from spa. Will highly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Corinthia St George's Bay
1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA

1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA

4 out of 5
THORNTON STREET Sliema
The price is £62 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
£62
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sliema. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Friendly staff and smart communal areas. Rooms could be better appointed (particularly the suites) and the spa pool’s water seemed a little dirty to me

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA
115 The Strand Hotel by NEU Collective

115 The Strand Hotel by NEU Collective

3 out of 5
115 The Strand Gzira Malta
The price is £49 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£49
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gzira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The staff were polite and welcoming, the location of the hotel is great. Breakfast was nice.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

115 The Strand Hotel by NEU Collective
Solana Hotel & Spa

Solana Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Gorg Borg Olivier Street Mellieha Malta
The price is £23 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
£23
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Mellieha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Great place to stay. The breakfast is excellent

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Solana Hotel & Spa
Xemxija Bay Hotel

Xemxija Bay Hotel

3 out of 5
Ridott St St. Paul's Bay Malta
The price is £28 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£28
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in St. Paul's Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Mellieha Bay and Golden Bay are ...
7.6/10 Good! (103 reviews)
I was a great stay.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Xemxija Bay Hotel
Grand Hotel Excelsior

Grand Hotel Excelsior

5 out of 5
Great Siege Road Floriana Malta
The price is £105 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
£105
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Floriana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Clean, large room. Good breakfast. Friendly staff . Great location.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Grand Hotel Excelsior
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