National Museum of Archaeology

The National Museum of Archaeology in Valletta offers a compact but rewarding introduction to Malta’s prehistoric past. Housed in the elegant 16th-century Auberge de Provence, it displays remarkable finds from the islands’ UNESCO-listed temple sites, including the famous “Sleeping Lady” and richly decorated pottery, tools, and figurines. The museum is especially worthwhile for visitors interested in Malta’s ancient civilizations and for anyone seeking context before exploring the megalithic temples themselves.