Ta’ Bistra Catacombs
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
These lesser-known Maltese catacombs date back over 1,700 years.

📜 Paleochristian catacombs in Mosta, dating back 1,700 years.
🔍 Largest set of catacombs found outside Rabat, featuring 57 tombs in 16 chambers.

Why Go

✨ Discover ancient burial rituals of Malta’s early Christians.
♿ Site is fully accessible for wheelchair users.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a child-friendly zone and visitor center.
🏛️ Experience a multi-period site reflecting Maltese history.

Tips

🗓️ Plan your visit for the last Sunday of any month.
🎧 Consider purchasing an audio guide for a richer experience.
⏳ Allocate about 1.5 hours to explore the site thoroughly.

Cost

💰 Adults €5.00, senior citizens/concessions/students €3.50, children (6-11) €2.50. Heritage Malta members/passport holders FREE. Audio guide €1.00.

Hours

🕒 Open last Sunday of every month, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

🅿️ Parking

Ample parking available outside the entrance.

🚻 Toilets

Fully accessible toilets and nappy changing facilities.

Last updated 6 days ago

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