Rabat is a historic town located just outside Mdina and around 500 metres from Point De Vue. It is a great place to explore on foot, with a mix of cultural attractions, churches, museums, catacombs, local cafés and traditional Maltese streets. While Mdina offers a quiet fortified city experience, Rabat gives visitors a more local and everyday view of Malta’s historic centre.
Guests staying at Point De Vue can easily walk into Rabat to visit St Paul’s Catacombs, Domvs Romana, the parish area and nearby streets filled with local character. Rabat is ideal for travellers who enjoy history, culture, casual dining and relaxed sightseeing close to their accommodation.
History & Heritage
Rabat developed around the old city of Mdina and has long been connected with Malta’s early Christian history, Roman heritage and religious traditions. Its name comes from the Arabic word for suburb, reflecting its position outside the old fortified city.