Chinese Garden of Serenity
Santa Lucija, Malta
Duration
30–45 minutes
Entry
Free
Hours
Daily, daylight hours
A tranquil Chinese-style garden with pagodas, bridges and a lake, gifted to Malta by the People's Republic of China in the 1990s.
Local Tip
Visit in the early morning or late afternoon for the most tranquillity — the garden is popular with local families at weekends.
The Chinese Garden of Serenity (Ġnien is-Serenità Ċiniża) is a public garden in Santa Lucija, in the south of Malta, designed in the classical Chinese garden style and gifted to Malta by the People's Republic of China in 1997. The garden features a central lake crossed by curved stone bridges, pagoda-style pavilions, bamboo plantings, carved stone panels and traditional Chinese architectural elements.
It is one of Malta's most unusual public spaces — a quiet, contemplative garden that feels worlds away from the surrounding residential streets. The garden is free to enter and is popular with local residents for morning exercise and evening strolls.
⭐ Highlights
- ✓Classical Chinese garden style, gifted by China in 1997
- ✓Central lake with curved stone bridges and pagoda pavilions
- ✓Bamboo plantings and carved stone panels
- ✓Free to enter, open daily
- ✓One of Malta's most unusual public gardens
How to Get There
The garden is in Santa Lucija, reachable by bus from Valletta (routes serving Paola and Santa Lucija). There is street parking nearby. It is a 10-minute walk from Paola square.
Open in Google MapsBest Time to Visit
Early morning or late afternoon for tranquillity. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable temperatures for walking. Weekends are busier with local families.
Visitor Tips
- 💡The garden is free and open daily during daylight hours
- 💡Combine with nearby Hal Saflieni Hypogeum in Paola
- 💡Bring a camera — the pagodas and bridges are photogenic
- 💡There are benches around the lake for quiet contemplation
📍 Nearby Attractions
- Hypogeum of Ħal-Saflieni
- Tarxien Temples
- Pretty Bay
- St Peter's Pool
- Marsaxlokk
Chinese Garden of Serenity — Frequently Asked Questions
Is entry to Chinese Garden of Serenity free?
Entry to Chinese Garden of Serenity costs Free.
How long should I spend at Chinese Garden of Serenity?
We recommend spending around 30–45 minutes at Chinese Garden of Serenity to see the highlights.
What are the opening hours of Chinese Garden of Serenity?
Chinese Garden of Serenity is open: Daily, daylight hours.
Where is Chinese Garden of Serenity in Malta?
Chinese Garden of Serenity is located in Santa Lucija, Malta.
What's the best tip for visiting Chinese Garden of Serenity?
Visit in the early morning or late afternoon for the most tranquillity — the garden is popular with local families at weekends.
