Santa Venera, Santa Venera

Where is Santa Venera?

Santa Venera lies in the central part of Malta, in the continuous conurbation between Ħamrun, Birkirkara, Qormi and Msida. It belongs to the Northern Harbour District and sits on busy central road links.

History of Santa Venera

The Wignacourt Aqueduct was built in the early 17th century under Grand Master Alof de Wignacourt to carry water from the Rabat/Dingli area to Valletta; sections of its arched structure survive in and around Santa Venera. The town grew around this corridor and later expanded as part of the central conurbation. The historic Casa Leoni, a 17th-century villa with gardens, is also associated with the area.

What to see in Santa Venera

Wignacourt Aqueduct — surviving arches of the 17th-century aqueduct built under Grand Master Wignacourt. Casa Leoni (Villa) and gardens — a 17th-century villa associated with the Grand Masters. Parish church and town centre — the local parish and civic core.

Transport in Santa Venera

Santa Venera sits on central road corridors and is served by Malta Public Transport bus routes linking Valletta with central Malta. There is no rail or ferry service. Local movement is mainly by bus or car.

Living in Santa Venera

Santa Venera is a central residential and commercial town with services and strong road connectivity, close to Ħamrun and Birkirkara. Assessments of cost of living, traffic and housing should be based on current local data rather than general impressions.

Official name

Santa Venera

Island

Malta

District

Northern Harbour District

Landmark

Wignacourt Aqueduct arches

Transport

On central road corridor