Gozo Holidays
From €221

Gozo is a sleepy island of Malta, world renowned for its rich history and picturesque hilly landscape. It is home to some of the world’s oldest religious structures, such as many megalithic tombs which are designated UNESCO world heritage sites, with the most famous being the Ġgantija temples. Gozo is also famous for being a premier scuba diving location.

There are many attractions in Gozo for tourists to enjoy. For those with a refined taste, a tour of the Tal-Massar Winery, a stunning vineyard that regularly hosts wine tastings, is a great way to spend an afternoon. Before heading home ensure you visit Comino island, home of the famous Blue Lagoon diving location.

Gozo is perfect for both couples and families, with a range of beaches, historical architecture, and activities to enjoy. Whether your ideal holiday is lounging on a beach, or staying active, Gozo has something for everyone!

Flights to Malta go between 3 and 5 times a week depending on the season. From the airport, Gozo is only a short ferry ride away.

To learn more about things to do in Gozo, the best time to go and local info see here.

Things to do in Gozo 

Attractions  

• A jeep tour is a great way to see the sights of Gozo, with many areas of beauty and historical significance to explore
• Discover the stunning caves and coastline of the island by taking a sea-kayaking tour, the best way to see the true beauty of Gozo and have an unforgettable day
• Scuba dive in one of the best diving destinations and experience the underwater world, see the flourishing marine life, reefs, wreckages and caves

Nightlife

Gozo is not known for its nightlife, however, there are plenty of late bars and restaurants where visitors can enjoy a drink.

Dining Out

Gozo has a fine selection of restaurants serving local produce and traditional Maltese cuisine.

For Families  

Families with children can make the most of the calm waters surrounding the island and avail of boat excursions, snorkelling, and scuba-diving activities.

Beaches  

The largest Sandy beach in Gozo is Ramla I-Hamara. This beach boasts stunning shallow waters and has plenty of sunbathing facilities making it popular with families. For those who prefer a calm, quiet beach experience, Sun Blas Bay is the perfect choice. This beach offers crystal clear water and is set within a hilly landscape.

Shopping 

Arkadia Commercial Centre is the islands major shopping centre featuring high street stores, restaurants and cafes.

Xlendi Sunset Festival

Gozo hosts Xlendi Sunset Festival every August. This music festival is hosted in the stunning area of Xlendi Bay in Gozo and features a jam-packed line up of DJs and musicians.

Best Time to Go

The summer is the best time to visit Gozo, with the majority of events taking place during the summer season. From May to August the average temperatures range from 27-31 degrees, creating an ideal climate for a sun holiday.

Local Info

Currency

 Euro is the currency used in Gozo.

Time Zone   

Gozo is an hour ahead of Ireland.

Getting around  

While in Gozo renting a bike is a great way of seeing it's true beauty. The warm climate of the island makes bike-riding an enjoyable mode of transport.