Complete Directory of Churches and Chapels in Malta and Gozo

Malta and Gozo are home to hundreds of historic churches and chapels, reflecting centuries of Catholic heritage. This directory lists churches across the Maltese islands, organised by town and village. From the great basilicas of Valletta to small rural chapels, these buildings form an important part of Malta's cultural and architectural history.

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This directory lists historic churches and chapels across the Maltese islands.

Churches in Malta

Valletta Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Valletta

  Valletta contains some of Malta's most historic churches, including Dominican, Carmelite and Jesuit foundations dating to the 16th century.

Birgu Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Birgu

  Birgu (Vittoriosa) features numerous historic churches and chapels, from medieval foundations to Baroque masterpieces, reflecting the city’s role as the Knights’ early capital and a centre of Maltese religious heritage.

For a detailed example, explore the Churches in and Chapels Birgu, one of the most historically significant areas in Malta.

Lija Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Lija

  The village of Lija in central Malta possesses a rich religious heritage with nine churches and chapels scattered throughout the locality. These include the Baroque Parish Church of the Transfiguration of Jesus, built between 1694 and the early 18th century, as well as several historic chapels such as the Old Church of Our Saviour, which served as Lija’s parish church for about a century after the village became a parish in 1594.

Mdina Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Mdina

  The historic city of Mdina contains an important concentration of churches and chapels that reflect its long role as the religious and administrative centre of Malta. At the heart of the city stands the St Paul's Cathedral, the principal cathedral of the Maltese archdiocese and traditionally associated with the meeting between St Paul and the Roman governor Publius after the apostle’s shipwreck in AD 60.

Mtarfa Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Mtarfa

  Mtarfa’s churches and chapels reflect the town’s historical development from a rural settlement to a modern community, with the long-standing devotion centred on the Chapel and Parish Church of St Lucy serving as the main religious landmark of the locality.

• Churches in Rabat

Senglea Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Senglea

  Senglea’s churches and chapels reflect deep maritime faith, featuring historic sanctuaries, Baroque architecture, wartime resilience, and strong devotion within one of Malta’s Three Cities.

Churches in Gozo

Fontana | Għajnsielem | Għarb | Għasri | Kerċem | Marsalforn | Mġarr | Munxar | Nadur |
Qala | Qbajjar | San Lawrenz | Sannat | Xagħra | Xewkija | Xlendi | Victoria | Żebbuġ

Victoria Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Victoria

  Victoria (Rabat) is the vibrant capital of Gozo, centred around the historic Cittadella and serving as the island’s main cultural, commercial, and administrative hub.

Fontana Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Fontana

  Fontana, whose name derives from the Italian word for “spring,” developed around the abundant freshwater source known as l-Għajn il-Kbira.

Għajnsielem Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Għajnsielem

  The village’s name is linked to a freshwater spring, and published summaries connect a public-works arcade with spouts and wash basins to the period around 1700 under Grand Master Perellos.

Għarb Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Għarb

  Għarb is one of Gozo’s oldest villages, known for its deep-rooted religious traditions, historic churches, and rural charm.

Għasri Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Għasri

  Għasri is the smallest village in Gozo. It offers stunning countryside views, historic chapels, and a quiet atmosphere, making it ideal for visitors seeking authenticity and tranquillity.

Kerċem Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Kerċem

  Kerċem’s heritage reflects rural Gozitan traditions, historic chapels, agricultural landscapes, and strong religious devotion, preserving centuries-old customs and cultural identity rooted in community life and faith.

Marsalforn Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Marsalforn

  Marsalforn in Gozo is home to the main Church of St Paul Shipwrecked along with smaller chapels including the Chapel of St Anthony of Padua, reflecting the village’s historic coastal devotion and parish links to Xagħra.

Mġarr Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Mġarr

  Religion in Mġarr, Gozo is deeply rooted in Catholic tradition, centred around local chapels and parish life, with strong devotion to the Virgin Mary and annual feasts shaping community identity.

Munxar Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Munxar

  The parish church of Munxar, dedicated to St Paul, stands at the village centre. Built in the 20th century, it reflects traditional Maltese architecture and remains central to community life.

Nadur Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Nadur

  In Nadur, churches and chapels form a dense spiritual network, combining Baroque landmarks with modern devotional spaces, illustrating centuries of faith, community growth, and the enduring importance of religious traditions.

Qala Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Qala

  Qala in Gozo features the prominent Parish Church alongside historic chapels such as Chapel of Our Lady of the Rock and the rural Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, reflecting the village’s strong religious heritage.

Qbajjar Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Qbajjar

  The chapels in Qbajjar reflect Gozo’s enduring tradition of small coastal places of worship, offering quiet spaces for prayer and devotion within a scenic Mediterranean setting.

San Lawrenz Churches

• Churches and Chapels in San Lawrenz

  San Lawrenz is a quiet village in western Gozo, known for its rural charm, traditional lifestyle, and scenic surroundings. Close to Dwejra Bay, it blends natural beauty with cultural heritage, making it a peaceful and distinctive destination.

Sannat Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Sannat

  The parish church of Sannat, dedicated to Saint Margaret, stands at the village centre. Built in the 17th century and later expanded, it reflects Baroque architecture and remains the heart of local religious life.

Xagħra Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Xagħra

  Xagħra in Gozo is centred around the Basilica of the Nativity of Mary and includes historic chapels such as St Anthony Abbot, and other rural chapels reflecting its deep-rooted religious heritage.

Xewkija Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Xewkija

  Xewkija’s churches include the impressive Rotunda dedicated to St John the Baptist and several small chapels, showcasing strong religious traditions, Marian devotion, and centuries of spiritual heritage in Gozo.

Xlendi Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Xlendi

  Its story blends coastal defence (a 1650 Lascaris watchtower), ancient and medieval shoreline use, and a remarkable underwater archaeological record.

Żebbuġ Churches

• Churches and Chapels in Żebbuġ

  Żebbuġ is defined by its baroque Assumption parish church and centuries-old Xwejni salt pans, blending hilltop village life with enduring coastal craftsmanship and tradition.

Major Churches and Basilicas in Malta

• St John's Co-Cathedral – Valletta
• Rotunda of Mosta - Mosta
• Ta' Pinu Basilica – Gozo

Frequently Asked Questions

How many churches are there in Malta?

Malta has over 500 churches and chapels across the islands.

What is the most famous church in Malta?

St John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta is one of the most famous.