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Where is San Ġwann?

San Ġwann lies in the central-eastern part of Malta, between Birkirkara, Msida, Kappara, Swieqi and Sliema. It belongs to the Northern Harbour District and forms part of the continuous central conurbation.

History of San Ġwann

San Ġwann developed from scattered rural settlements (including Tal-Mensija) into a separate locality and parish in the 20th century, driven by post-war residential expansion. The area preserves the Tal-Mensija cart ruts — prehistoric grooves cut into the rock — and a small old chapel, reflecting earlier occupation of the area before modern growth.

What to see in San Ġwann

Tal-Mensija cart ruts — prehistoric parallel grooves cut into the limestone. Parish Church of St John the Baptist — the modern parish church. Commercial zones — retail and business areas serving the central conurbation.

Transport in San Ġwann

San Ġwann is served by Malta Public Transport bus routes linking it to Valletta, Sliema and Birkirkara, and sits on busy central roads. There is no rail or ferry service. Local movement is mainly by bus or car.

Living in San Ġwann

San Ġwann is a dense residential and commercial town with extensive services, central to the conurbation and close to Sliema and the University area. Assessments of cost of living, traffic and housing should be based on current local data rather than general impressions.

Official name

San Ġwann

Island

Malta

District

Northern Harbour District

Character

Modern residential & commercial town

Transport

Bus routes to Valletta, Sliema, Birkirkara