Ta' QaliAbout Ta' Qali
Ta’ Qali is an area in central Malta within the locality of Attard that occupies a former RAF airfield and today contains a national park, museums and a crafts village. It is a major leisure and cultural area on the island used for festivals, markets and recreational facilities.
Key attractions include the Malta Aviation Museum and the Crafts Village, where artisans work and sell traditional Maltese crafts. Large open spaces and repurposed hangars host events and exhibitions throughout the year.
The site originated as an airfield used in the 20th century and has been transformed into a public parkland and cultural area with museum displays and visitor amenities. Management mixes heritage interpretation, crafts retail and event hosting.
Ta’ Qali lies inland on Malta, in the central part of the island near the towns of Attard and Mdina, and is accessible by road from Valletta and other urban centres.
- Former airfield and uses: The area occupies a former Royal Air Force airfield and now functions as a national park and events space with museums, artisan workshops and open lawns.
What to See#
- Malta Aviation Museum: The Malta Aviation Museum, displaying wartime and civil aircraft, is located within the former airfield area and is open to visitors on scheduled days.
- Crafts Village: The Ta’ Qali Crafts Village hosts traditional Maltese crafts, shops and workshops in repurposed airfield buildings.
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Best Time to Visit Ta' Qali
Best in spring and autumn for comfortable temperatures and outdoor activities; summer is hot and busy with tourists.
Weather & Climate near Ta' Qali
Ta' Qali's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (550 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Very Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Very Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 12° - 19° | 16° | 24 mm | some cloud | 83% | 3.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 24° | 19° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 82% | 3.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 23° | 2 mm | clear | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 31° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 77% | 3.5 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 27° | 5 mm | clear | 75% | 3.1 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 28° | 24° | 44 mm | mostly sunny | 75% | 3.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 17° - 25° | 21° | 82 mm | some cloud | 76% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 14° - 20° | 17° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
How to Get to Ta' Qali
Ta’ Qali is centrally located on Malta’s main roads, near Attard. It is reachable by bus from Valletta and other towns; taxis and car hire are common. Check local bus schedules for routes serving Ta’ Qali stadium and the craft village.
Tips for Visiting Ta' Qali
- Combine a visit to Ta' Qali with the nearby Malta National Park and the Malta Aviation Museum for a full-day outing.
- Weekends can be busy with families and markets; for a quieter experience come in weekday mornings.
- If visiting the craft village, arrive when workshops are open (mid-morning) to watch glassblowing and pottery demonstrations.