21 Underrated Coastal Towns Cheaper Than the Amalfi Coast

17. Malta's Quiet Fishing Bay: Marsaxlokk

Escape the busier Maltese resort towns and discover Marsaxlokk, a traditional fishing village famed for its colourful "Luzzu" boats bobbing in the harbour, each adorned with the Eye of Osiris. Its Sunday fish market is a vibrant spectacle, offering the freshest catches and local produce. Enjoy leisurely seafood lunches by the water, explore the quieter coves nearby like St. Peter's Pool, and soak in the authentic, unhurried pace of Maltese life. Marsaxlokk offers a genuine taste of the island's maritime heritage and a more tranquil coastal experience.