Shopping
S
hopping is among the
favourite activities on
many a holiday-maker's
to-do list. Malta offers
numerous and diverse
opportunities and is sure
to satisfy the casual buyer as well as
the serious shopaholic.
Retail outlets and shopping centres
can be found in all the major towns
and villages, but the fore-most
amongst these are at Valletta in
Republic Street and Merchants Street;
in Tas-Sliema mostly along Tower
Road, Bisazza Street and the Strand;
in St. Julian's and Paceville; in Paola
town centre; in Ħamrun along High
Street; in Mosta around the town
centre; in Buġibba and St. Paul's Bay;
and in Victoria (Rabat) in Gozo. Shops
Not to be missed
are normally open from Monday to
Saturday, mornings and evenings.
Opening times of shops are usually
between 09.00 - 13.00 and 16.00 19.00hrs. However, in tourist areas,
shops are open throughout the day
Mondays to Saturdays, from 09.00 till
19.00 hrs and even later.
village life and an experience not to
be missed by visitors. Almost every
town and village has its version.
For the locals, they are a place
for socialising, catching up with
neighbours and local news, as much
as for buying daily necessities.
Shopping for Crafts
Crafts have undergone a revival in
recent years. Not solely because they
make interesting souvenirs but also
because of their high cultural value
to the Islands. Some crafts, such as
knitwear, basket-ware and lace, have
a long history.
Shopping Malls
The concept of Shopping Mall is a
relatively new addition to the Maltese
commercial landscape, but is one
that has rapidly gained popularity
amongst locals and tourists. The
comfort and convenience of shopping
under one roof has seen a number
of malls opening in both Malta and
Gozo.
Open Air Markets
Markets are at the heart of Maltese
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