The Most Fun Indoor Things to Do in Malta

Malta is famous for sunshine, cocktails by the sea, and that smug little feeling you get when your friends abroad complain about rain. But occasionally Malta surprises us with actual weather: wind, drizzle, grey skies, humidity that personally attacks you… we’ve all been through it.

When that happens, it’s time to switch from “beach babe” to “cosy indoor adventurer”, because Malta has way more indoor fun than people realise. From adorable cafés to gaming dens to places where you can literally throw an axe (yes, really), here’s your guide to staying fabulous even when the clouds show up.

1. Get competitive at an indoor gaming or VR hub

Malta’s VR and gaming centres offer immersive experiences that will make you feel like a cyber goddess. Pop on a headset, walk into a neon universe, and suddenly you’re slicing robots, solving puzzles, or dancing like nobody’s watching (even though your friends definitely are).

Try places like Planet Play for full-room VR experiences, or explore smaller gaming lounges around Sliema and St. Julian’s. It’s chaotic, hilarious, and strangely therapeutic, especially if you need to blow off some stress in virtual reality instead of shouting at Wolt drivers.

2. Have a cosy cinema day with actual vibe

Sure, you could watch Netflix in bed for eight hours… But why not upgrade it?

Malta has some gorgeous cinemas, and they’re perfect for indoor days. Eden Cinemas in St Julian’s is basically the island’s movie HQ. The seats are comfy, the snacks are dangerous, and the sound systems make every movie feel dramatic, even the rom-coms.

Pro tip: sneak in a bubble tea from Bubble Tea Malta. Zero regrets.

3. Explore Malta’s cutest museums (no, really)

Museums get a bad rap, but Malta’s are surprisingly fun if you choose the right ones.

• Esplora in Kalkara is like a science playground for grown-ups
• MUŻA in Valletta is perfect if you want art and café vibes
• The Malta Postal Museum sounds boring but is shockingly adorable

You’ll learn things, take cute pics, and feel a little smarter than you did that morning. Success.

4. Become a café princess for a day

Bad weather = elite café day.

St Julians is full of sweet little cafés where you can hide from the wind and pretend you’re writing your first novel. Try Caffe Berry in Sliema for hot chocolate that tastes like a hug or Emma’s Kitchen in San Gwann for brunch that you will absolutely photograph.

Take your laptop, take your book, or just take yourself. It’s a whole main-character moment.

5. Try an escape room and expose your friend group’s chaos

Want to know which of your friends will betray you in an apocalypse?
Book an escape room.

Escape Room Malta has everything from creepy mysteries to secret-agent storylines. You’ll laugh, scream, argue, and then suddenly work together like an elite unit. It’s the ultimate “we survived this” bonding moment.

Bonus: if your group escapes under one hour, you earn bragging rights for life.

6. Go bowling and embrace your inner chaotic champion

Bowling is the ultimate indoor classic, and it hits even harder on a rainy day. Check out SuperBowl Malta in St. Julian’s — neon lighting, music, snacks, and the perfect opportunity to embarrass yourself while pretending you “totally know how to curve the ball”.

It’s nostalgic, goofy, and much more fun than scrolling TikTok for four hours.

7. Try something a little dramatic… like axe throwing

Yes, Malta has axe throwing.

And yes, it’s incredible.

Head over to The Forge Malta and unleash your inner warrior queen. It’s surprisingly easy, ridiculously fun, and an unbeatable way to clear your head. Plus, the photos? Iconic.

8. Treat yourself to a spa or float session

Bad weather can feel cosy, or it can make you feel like a soggy piece of pasta. “I feel like a soggy piece of pasta.”
Fix that by going somewhere warm, calm, and beautiful.

Try the spa or a float therapy session for total “my mind is finally quiet” vibes. It is the type of self-care you vow to undertake but have never truly followed through on… until now.

Indoor Malta is full of underrated adventures

Just because the weather’s having a meltdown doesn’t mean your day has to. Malta’s indoor scene is packed with fun, comfort, and surprising little adventures you wouldn’t expect on a tiny island.

So grab your best friend or your partner, or just enjoy some time by yourself and try something new — because honestly, you might be surprised at what you find! You could spend the whole winter indoors and still not get bored.