Gozo Museum of Archaeology
Victoria, Gozo, Malta
Duration
45 minutes
Entry
Check the official website for current ticket prices
Hours
Daily — check the official Heritage Malta website for current times
A museum within the Cittadella displaying artefacts from Gozo's prehistoric temples, the Phoenician, Roman and medieval periods.
Local Tip
Look for the Ggantija temple model and the Roman marble statue fragments — they give context before visiting the actual temple sites.
The Gozo Museum of Archaeology is housed in a 17th-century building within the Cittadella in Victoria, once known as the Casa Bondì. Managed by Heritage Malta, it traces the cultural history of Gozo from the Neolithic period through the Bronze Age, Phoenician, Roman, Byzantine and medieval periods.
The museum's displays include artefacts from the Ġgantija temples, the Xagħra Stone Circle (the Brochtorff Circle), and the Roman villa at Rabat, Gozo. Highlights include prehistoric figurines, pottery, Roman marble statue fragments, and medieval tombstones. The museum is an excellent starting point for understanding Gozo's ancient sites before visiting the temples themselves.
⭐ Highlights
- ✓Artefacts from Gozo's prehistoric temples including Ġgantija
- ✓Finds from the Xagħra Stone Circle (Brochtorff Circle)
- ✓Roman marble statue fragments and pottery
- ✓Medieval tombstones and Byzantine-era objects
- ✓Housed in a 17th-century building within the Cittadella
How to Get There
The museum is inside the Cittadella in Victoria, Gozo. Victoria is the hub of Gozo's bus network and is a 10-minute walk from the bus station. The Cittadella is signposted throughout Victoria.
Open in Google MapsBest Time to Visit
Visit in the morning before exploring the rest of the Cittadella. Weekdays are quieter than weekends. The museum is air-conditioned, making it a good midday stop in summer.
Visitor Tips
- 💡Start here before visiting the Ġgantija temples for historical context
- 💡A combined Cittadella Museums ticket covers several museums in the complex
- 💡Photography is permitted without flash
- 💡Allow time to explore the rest of the Cittadella after your visit
📍 Nearby Attractions
- Citadella
- The Old Prison, Gozo
- Gozo Nature Museum
- Gran Castello Historic House
- Gozo360
Gozo Museum of Archaeology — Frequently Asked Questions
Is entry to Gozo Museum of Archaeology free?
Entry to Gozo Museum of Archaeology costs Check the official website for current ticket prices.
How long should I spend at Gozo Museum of Archaeology?
We recommend spending around 45 minutes at Gozo Museum of Archaeology to see the highlights.
What are the opening hours of Gozo Museum of Archaeology?
Gozo Museum of Archaeology is open: Daily — check the official Heritage Malta website for current times.
Where is Gozo Museum of Archaeology in Malta?
Gozo Museum of Archaeology is located in Victoria, Gozo, Malta.
What's the best tip for visiting Gozo Museum of Archaeology?
Look for the Ggantija temple model and the Roman marble statue fragments — they give context before visiting the actual temple sites.
