The Sliema promenade offers on one side stunning views across to Valletta and on the other, open sea views. The promenade, which runs for several kilometres from Gżira just south of Sliema to St Julians, is ideal for a relaxed early morning or afternoon stroll or jog. There are plenty of seats along the promenade and on summer evenings the seafront becomes a sociable meeting place for locals. The coastline has two tower fortifications: a De Redin watch tower built in the 17th century; the other was built by the British in neo-gothic style in the 1880s. And what's even more interesting is that Sliema is only a few minutes' drive from the Capital City, Valletta, which has an even more remarkable history!
Sliema is located fairly centrally on the Eastern side of Malta. It is a great place to shop, enjoy the cafe culture and eat out. It is also the place to catch the ferry to Valletta, buses to many places and also boat trips round the harbours and round the island. It is within walking distance of St Julians and Paceville where you find the best nightlife of the island, more restaurants and other places of entertainment. You will find examples of some of the traditional Maltese townhouses and terraced houses if you take a stroll through the town. Many of these are unfortunately being redeveloped as apartments, but there are areas which are still unspoilt and worthy of a visit. Sliema is a perfect place from which to explore St Julians, the Marina in Msida and to take a bus trip to Valletta.
