When arriving in Malta, a shopping tour is usually combined with walks and excursions. Things are quite expensive here, and there are a lot of common Chinese handicrafts. Focus on local production, for example, Maltese glass. The best shopping is in Valletta, where there are plenty of stores and stores. There are plenty of opportunities to shop in the town of Sliema as well. In this country, many towns change into each other literally before your eyes.
Thus, St. Julians can be reached on foot from Sliema along the promenade (half an hour along the sea coast) or by bus. The most famous part of St. Julian's is Paceville (Paceville, buses #662 and 667 go here), where all the bars, discos, game centers are concentrated. The Bay-street shopping center is also located here.
Ta' Qali, or 'craft village', is also known as a tourist attraction for shoppers. It is worth a visit for souvenirs and gifts (including Maltese glassware). The village is located near the town of Mdina.
From Malta bring weaving and pottery, handmade lace, original Maltese chess (the queen is without a crown, because the Knights of Malta took a vow of celibacy), door handles. The latter is particularly amusing, as doorknobs are respected on this island. This tradition is especially true in small towns like Birgu. Malta grows a variety of grapes: Cabernet, Chardonnay, Moscato. Be sure to buy wine from the producers of Marsovin and Delicata. The local olive oil cannot be compared to the Spanish olive oil, which tastes better.
Stores are open from 9.00 to 13.00 and from 16.00 to 19.00. Most are closed on Sundays and public holidays, but in the busiest tourist areas some outlets are open until 22.00 on weekdays and until 12.00 on Sundays.
Buying clothes, shoes, accessories in a small store, you can ask for an additional discount (extradiscount) of 10-20% if you pay in cash. Such discounts are not always given, but often enough. There are sales in Malta throughout the year. There are discounts after Christmas. The main sale season in Malta is in January and March.
