Ggantija Archaeological Park
Ggantija Archaeological Park
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Consisting of two temples which date back to between 3600 and 3200 BC, the Ġgantija Temples are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The site is considered as one of the oldest free standing monuments in the world, preceding Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids. Some of the megaliths of the Ġgantija Temples exceed five metres in length and weigh over fifty tons. Entrance to the Ġgantija Temples is from a newly constructed Interpretation Centre that provides visitors with the opportunity to explore various aspects related to life in the Neolithic Period. The centre is also home to a selection of the most significant finds discovered at various prehistoric sites in Gozo.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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David M
Eastbourne, UK837 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
The ruins of Ggantija are truly amazing and we got the 307 bus from Victoria. There is a museum to see and the cost of over 60s tickets was only 8 euros each. One tries to imagine living on GOZO 5200 years ago and be able to quarry and precisely move stones up to 20 tons! A real must for any Gozo island experience.
Written December 26, 2024
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carole j
Chatham, UK14 contributions
Sep 2024 • Solo
Spectacular SITE - a 'must see' for any visitor to Gozo. My visit was ruined by the arrival of 2 coach loads of visitors & tour guides. They completely blocked the museum making it impossible to see the exhibits or move around. I was so disappointed. Luckily I was able to move around the actual temple area outside. Please tour guides be more sympathetic to other visitors !!!
Written September 27, 2024
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Sam3314
Derby, UK2,153 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
The GGantija temples are one of the neolithic sites on Gozo. There is a very good interpretation centre at the entrance to the site where you can see a lot of the finds. You can wander around the temples themselves quite freely and admire the construction. Easily accessed from one of the Gozo hop on hop off buses or local public transport
Written November 28, 2024
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Magnumbazzer
Burgess Hill, UK396 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
I thought I knew a bit about ancient history and in particular the neolithic period, and then I visited Ggantija. And if you have already visited the National Museum of Archaeology in Valetta then this is the place for you.
The ancient peoples in Malta developed completely separately to everyone else at the time so the archaeology and artifacts in this area are completely different to say Ancient Egypt or Stonehenge. Instead, here you will find what some describe as figures of Gaia the Earth Goddess, carvings that exist nowhere else at that time period - and this site at Ggantija.
I came away realising that my own understanding of ancient pre-history was somewhat incorrect! I can’t recommend this place enough if you’re visiting Gozo and / or Malta.
The ancient peoples in Malta developed completely separately to everyone else at the time so the archaeology and artifacts in this area are completely different to say Ancient Egypt or Stonehenge. Instead, here you will find what some describe as figures of Gaia the Earth Goddess, carvings that exist nowhere else at that time period - and this site at Ggantija.
I came away realising that my own understanding of ancient pre-history was somewhat incorrect! I can’t recommend this place enough if you’re visiting Gozo and / or Malta.
Written December 9, 2024
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fiona m
Sheffield, UK111 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
This was an unexpected bonus on our bus tour of Gozo and definitely the best part of the day. The site predates Stonehenge and has strong connections with the mother goddess. The energy was so powerful it made my friend cry. There is a museum and then you can walk round the site and see the rocks close up, including the wear and tear and the carved graffiti from the 19th century. Good to catch the sun going down at the end of the day
Written November 12, 2024
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cawap68
Cerdanyola del Valles, Spain693 contributions
Jan 2025 • Couples
It seems incredible that on a small island like Gozo there is so much history and so old. The site is very well explained, and in its museum there are countless objects found, some demonstrating the prowess of its former inhabitants. Visiting the temples of transport thousands of years before imagining how they should be. Must if you are traveling to Malta.
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Written January 17, 2025
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HennySchaijk
Groningen, The Netherlands837 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
This very old temple is worth seeing. The temple is quite well preserved, but is also part of a museum that gives good insight into the history of the complex and the culture in which it has risen. From Victoria it is easily accessible by bike and bus.
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Written September 30, 2024
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PPCI-BG
Bergamo, Italy125,297 contributions
Jun 2024 • Business
Visiting Gozo I returned to see the famous megalithic temple of Ggantija. Compared to my previous visit I really enjoyed the museum, small but well organized and full of interesting finds. The site is also equipped with better services and routes. Always very interesting and deservedly UNESCO site.
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Written August 19, 2024
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artanis65
Washington DC, DC44 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
These are large and impressive neolithic ruins at the top of a hill in Ggantija. I thought these were more impressive than similar neolithic ruins on the island of Malta itself, though the comparison suffers a little because they were not built directly on the water. As always with Neolithic temples, no one knows why they were built and what their function was, which adds to the mystery about them.
The visitor center includes a decent museum with some relics, but as the ruins were built in a pre-literate society, much of the historical interpretation is necessarily speculative. It's interesting to think that this site predated Stonehenge by thousands of years and is among the first manmade constructions that remain intact. A worthwhile visit, for sure.
The visitor center includes a decent museum with some relics, but as the ruins were built in a pre-literate society, much of the historical interpretation is necessarily speculative. It's interesting to think that this site predated Stonehenge by thousands of years and is among the first manmade constructions that remain intact. A worthwhile visit, for sure.
Written May 24, 2024
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missemmydee
Cleethorpes, UK263 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
I've visited quite a few UNESCO sites and I think this one was the most expensive for what is there. There's a little museum then you can walk in and around the structure. There are plenty of information boards but they seemed to be only in Maltese and English. The building was impressive but 10€ an adult seemed a bit steep.
The site is accessible with level walkways and ramps
The site is accessible with level walkways and ramps
Written November 27, 2024
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How much are tickets? What are the options?
Written August 21, 2019
There is a Gozo ticket that covers a few museums (some are not memorable but price is reasonable) at 13 euros (go to Hertage Malta website)
They also have the multi site pass that covers all the Neolithic sites, all of the Gozo above and many other interesting sites for 30 days (50 euros); we found this one very good if you are planning to visit many places.
Last but not least, if you are only planning to see these temples, there is a joint ticket with the windmill for 5 euros.
Written August 21, 2019
Is the site easily accessible for a wheelchair?
Written October 8, 2018
Yes, very accessible for a wheelchair
Written October 9, 2018
hello Marion, i saw you have visited Ggantija as a part of a day tour on Gozo, may i ask which tour agent did you use for this day tour? since i'm also looking for one.
Thanks!
Written May 8, 2018
I did not take any tour. Had a bus pass & went on my own.. very easy to do & just up the street is the windmill.
When I did take an island tour I did the hop on hop off bus, well worth it to get your idea of distances & where everything is.
Written May 9, 2018
How long will I need to explore both the temples and the nearby Ta' Kola Windmill? I've got about 90 minutes free in my itinerary in this area - would that be enough (even if at a push - I walk fast!) ?
Written February 14, 2018
its not that big both is only 2 min apart and the temple is small and the windmill is small space u can explore in 30min
Written February 15, 2018
Can this be reached by public transport as we don't have our own car?
Written November 14, 2017
Yes, easily and two different ways. We caught the bus from the ferry at Mgarr into Victoria, had some lunch and then the No 43 bus to Xaghra (every hour but check times at the bus station in Victoria before lunch !). Had a two or three hours in Xaghra visiting the temples and the windmill and the lovely square in the town and then caught the bus which runs from Marsalforn to Mgarr direct picking up in Xaghra en route - again about every hour ! An excellent day out.
Extra tip - remember bus tickets are valid for two hours - we used the same ticket for Xaghra to Mgarr and then Cirkewwa to Mellieha !
Written November 15, 2017
Yes, there is a fee. You pay the fee when you enter the museum part of the exhibit. The fee is 9.00 per Adult.
Written September 11, 2016
Jhojann Andres Z
Medellin, Colombia
Hola, quisiera preguntar que relación tiene Ggantija con los astros y con las matemáticas. Gracias.
Written September 23, 2015
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