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Paceville

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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Paceville is Malta's premier entertainment district, situated on a peninsula between Spinola Bay and St. George's Bay within the town of St. Julian's. The area's development began in the 1910s when lawyer Giuseppe Pace divided the land into plots to create a summer resort for the Maltese middle class. Following World War II, the district underwent a significant transformation as the presence of British servicemen and the rise of international tourism spurred the construction of hotels and recreational facilities. Today, Paceville serves as the island's nightlife capital, featuring a dense concentration of clubs, casinos, and high-rise commercial developments. Geographically, it is characterized by its hilly terrain and compact urban layout that extends to the rocky coastline. While modern architecture dominates the landscape, remnants of the original early 20th-century villas can still be found in the quieter residential fringes. The district is a vital economic driver for Malta, attracting a large volume of international visitors and supporting a wide range of hospitality services.

Location: Malta
Top sights: Memories · Saint George's Beach · St. George's Bay
Nearby: Lija (4 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is May–Jul.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	15	14	15	16	19	23	26	27	25	23	20	16
Rain mm	74	65	51	33	17	11	4	10	63	82	95	82

📋 Practical info

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Visiting

Paceville is an open district, freely accessible at any time. By day it's quiet, by night it transforms into Malta's animated nightlife hub.

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Typical hours

Most clubs and bars open late afternoon or evening and close in the early morning. During the day, many shops and cafés operate.

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Photography

By day you can photograph the architecture and busy streets. At night, the brightly lit clubs and bars provide lively scenes.

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Time needed

Time spent depends entirely on your plans - from a quick walk (30 min) to a full night. Allow at least an hour for a first exploration.

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Combine with

Paceville borders St Julian's and Spinola Bay. Combine your visit with a stroll along the waterfront promenade or dinner at a seafood restaurant.

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Getting there

Paceville is well connected by bus from Valletta, Sliema and elsewhere. Many bus routes stop right in the centre of Paceville.

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Insider tip

Arrive around 11 PM when the nightlife really kicks off. Keep an eye on your belongings, especially in crowds.

Geography

Coordinates

35.92220, 14.48860

Facts

The district was named after Giuseppe Pace, who initiated its development in 1910.
St. George's Bay features a Blue Flag beach that was artificially nourished with sand.
Mercury Towers, a signature project by Zaha Hadid Architects, is located in the heart of Paceville.
The area was a quiet residential zone until the 1960s when the first hotels were built.
Paceville is home to the largest cinema complex in Malta, the Eden Cinemas.
The district borders the Portomaso Marina, a luxury development completed in the 1990s.