Paradise Bay located in the northern most point of the island next to Cirkewwa on the road leading to the Gozo ferry. This small picturesque bay boasts of lovely views all round. If you would like to reach the bay you have to descend steps from a cliff-top down to the beach below. Even though there are quite a few steps, the beach is surely worth it. Couples visit Paradise Bay because it has a small beach and the steps deter families with kids. Local beach is well serviced by a good bar and restaurant which also offers other facilities including the hire of umbrellas, sun beds, showers and toilets. This bay is best if you arrive early as it's a small bay and can get quite crowded, so try to avoid being late if you want to secure a good spot.
Mellieha Bay
Located in the north of the island Mellieha Bay is the longest and most popular beach with a stretch of 1.5km of sand. This spot is more popular with families as children can relish this beach in particular because it is shallow for a long way out and there are no undercurrents. Pretty often in the summer families and friends meet and have picnics or barbeques in the evenings at Mellieha. There are sun beds and umbrellas available as well as snack bars, toilets and waters sports. You may easily reach Mellieha Bay by car and by bus with direct routes available.
Golden Bay
One of the most popular beaches in Malta is Golden Bay. Golden Bay is easily reached by car and by bus with direct bus routes available. Young people mostly use this beach to meet up with friends and hang out for the day in the sun. This bay is also most popular with tourists. Golden Bay is well serviced with the general facilities available including a popular beach bar with tables and chairs, sun beds, umbrellas, a snack bar, water sports and toilets.
Ghajn Tuffieha Bay
Ghajn Tuffieha Bay lies next to Golden Bay on the north west coast of the island and is similarly easily reached by car and by bus with direct bus routes available. This bay is much smaller than Golden Bay and more picturesque with its surrounding clay slopes. One has to go down the steep steps from the car park down to the beach to reach the beach. The spot is famous among both locals and tourists and is normally frequented mostly by young people. Ghajn Tuffieha Bay is in a conservation zone and although use of the beach is permitted there are no facilities directly available on the beach except for toilets.
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