Visiting

This unique monument is enshrined in the UNESCO World Heritage list. To ensure its conservation, the site’s microclimate is strictly regulated. For this reason, the site is open to a maximum of 80 visitors each day. A tour of the site starts with a brief introductory exhibition and multilingual audio-visual film focusing on the temple building peoples and the Hypogeum’s relationship to Malta’s temple sites.

Opening Hours

From Monday to Sunday eight tours will be conducted, starting on the hour from 9.00 till 16.00 (last tour). There are two special tours at noon and 16.00 hours.

When planning your visit, we advise that you book a ticket well-ahead of the chosen visiting date as tours are often full-up weeks in advance.

To make a reservation online click here. If you encounter any technical problems with the online booking system, you can contact us on info@heritagemalta.org or  +356 22954330.

Tickets purchased are not refundable or exchangeable.

Please note that due to health and safety reasons, no one under the age of 6 years will be admitted to the Hypogeum. Also, please  take into consideration the fact that the Hypogeum is found within an enclosed space and therefore be cautioned beforehand if suffering from claustrophobia.

How to get there

By Public Transport: Routes 83, 84, 91. Follow the signs from the bus stop. The Hypogeum is around 5 minutes walk away from the Paola Parish Church.

By self-drive car: Drive towards Paola / Tarxien and follow the signs. Street parking is available within available parking bays.