Pretty Bay is a man-made sandy beach located in the southern Maltese town of Birzebbugia. Known for its light blue and green waters, the beach is a popular spot for locals, particularly during the summer season. Despite being artificially filled with sand, the beach maintains a natural charm that draws visitors from far and wide.
Notable for the buildings, cafes, bars, and restaurants lining its shores, Pretty Bay offers a unique coastal experience. Many locals own summerhouses near the beach and relocate there during the warmer months. The beach also features a football pitch and a playground for children, adding to its family-friendly appeal.
While it can get crowded on weekends during the summer, the beach also offers quieter moments, providing a peaceful and restful day for visitors. The adjacent promenade is a popular spot for evening walks, though the view from the bay is somewhat disturbed by the nearby Malta International Freeport.
Pretty Bay provides several amenities for visitors, including food and drink stands, chair and umbrella rental, and restrooms. However, water sport rental and lifeguard services are not available. Despite this, the beach is still recommended for children due to its calm, blue waters and minimal wave activity.
Parking near Pretty Bay can be challenging, especially when the beach is full. Most parking is on-street, but free car parking is available near the beach, making it possible for visitors to spend multiple days enjoying the beach's charm and amenities.
Pretty Bay amenities include parking, shower and loungers.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's charming, clean sand and crystal clear water as the most appreciated features. Despite the nearby harbour, visitors enjoy the calm and shallow water, making it perfect for families. However, complaints were made about the beach being crowded and noisy during peak season, and the less clear water due to the high number of people.
If you're visiting Pretty Bay, consider staying in the town of Birzebbugia, which offers accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Most visitors enjoy the convenience of staying nearby, allowing them to easily explore the cafes, bars, and restaurants lining the shore.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
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Latitude: 35.8248858 / Longitude: 14.5292972
Pretty Bay is located in Southern Region. The following map of Pretty Bay shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 27.4°C/33.3°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 38.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 28.3 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:05/20:11 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 12.7 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.5 |
| Cloud Cover | 20% |
| Speed | 25.2 km/h |
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| Gusts | 45 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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