Rocky / limestone · Malta · Marsaxlokk

St Peter's Pool

Ħawt San Pietru

St Peter's Pool is a dramatic natural rock pool and cliff-jumping site on the Delimara Peninsula near Marsaxlokk, carved by the sea into the limestone headland. With no facilities and no sandy beach, it is raw and unspoilt — popular with locals seeking something beyond the standard tourist circuit.

Quick Facts

Type
Natural rock pool / limestone ledges
Access
Moderate — requires car, gravel track at end
Lifeguard
No
Facilities
None
Best for
Experienced swimmers, cliff jumping, snorkeling
Nearest town
Marsaxlokk (4 km)
Island
Malta

What is St Peter's Pool?

St Peter's Pool is not a beach in the conventional sense — it is a series of flat limestone ledges, rock platforms and natural pools along the Delimara coastline, ending in a cliff-edged cove with deep turquoise water. The main feature is a series of natural rock platforms at different heights from which locals jump into the sea below. The water is very clear, very deep close to the rocks, and popular for snorkeling and free diving.

Getting to St Peter's Pool

From Marsaxlokk village, follow the coastal road southeast toward Delimara Lighthouse, then continue on a gravel track to the end of the peninsula. There are no buses — a car, taxi or rideshare is required. The drive from Valletta takes about 30 minutes. The walk from the road end to the pool is about 5 minutes over flat limestone.

What to expect at St Peter's Pool

There are no facilities whatsoever — no toilets, no kiosk, no lifeguard, no shade. Bring all food and water. The rock surface is uneven and gets very hot in direct sun; water shoes are recommended. Entry to the water is from the rocks — no sandy entry. Cliff jumping is done at the swimmers' own risk from heights of roughly 3–8 metres.

Best for

  • cliff jumping
  • snorkeling
  • photography
  • experienced swimmers

Avoid if

  • families with young children
  • needing facilities
  • poor swimmers

Getting there

No bus service. By car from Marsaxlokk village (4 km via Delimara). Gravel track at end — most cars manage it. No parking facilities; roadside parking only.

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Nearest locality

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Frequently asked questions

Is St Peter's Pool safe for children?↓

Not recommended for young children or weak swimmers. There is no sandy entry, no lifeguard, no facilities, and the water is deep at the rock edges. Older children comfortable with rock swimming can manage with adult supervision.

Can you cliff jump at St Peter's Pool?↓

Yes — cliff jumping at heights of roughly 3–8 metres is the main activity. There is no official supervision; swimmers jump at their own risk. Check for boats and other swimmers before jumping.

How do I get to St Peter's Pool?↓

By car from Marsaxlokk (4 km) or Valletta (30 min). There is no bus service. A taxi from Marsaxlokk village costs approximately €7–10 one way.

Sources: OpenStreetMap (ODbL) · Malta Tourism Authority · OSM snapshot 2026-06-08 · Last updated 2026-06-14

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