If you’re visiting Malta and feel like you’ve seen it before… you probably have. This small Mediterranean island has starred in some of the biggest movies and TV shows in the world, doubling as ancient cities, fantasy kingdoms, and even biblical lands. For tourists, that’s half the fun; you’re not just sightseeing; you’re walking onto real film sets.
Here’s a fun, tourist-friendly guide to famous movies and TV shows filmed in Malta, plus the exact locations you can visit to relive those iconic scenes.
Malta is a filmmaker’s dream:
That’s why Malta has been a filming hotspot since the 1950s and counting.
One of the most famous TV shows ever, Game of Thrones, filmed much of Season 1 in Malta.
Tip: Mdina is especially magical at night when crowds thin out.
Ridley Scott’s epic Gladiator used Malta to recreate Ancient Rome.
Fun fact: Parts of Rome were built full-scale right on the fort grounds.
The movie Troy, starring Brad Pitt, used Malta’s raw landscapes.
Bonus: Mellieħa also has some of Malta’s best sandy beaches.
Yes, dinosaurs came to Malta in Jurassic World Dominion.
Seeing modern Valletta mixed with blockbuster action is surreal and awesome.
Malta often doubles for historic Europe in period dramas.
These cities feel like stepping straight into another century.
| Location | Famous For |
|---|---|
| Mdina | Game of Thrones, The Crown |
| Fort Ricasoli | Gladiator, Troy, GOT |
| Valletta | Jurassic World, Napoleon |
| Mellieħa | Troy battle scenes |
| Gozo | Fantasy & epic landscapes |
If you love movies, Malta feels like a living film museum — but with beaches, food, and sunshine.
Whether you’re a fan of epic battles, royal dramas, or fantasy worlds, Malta delivers blockbuster magic in real life. The next time you watch Game of Thrones, Gladiator, or Jurassic World, you’ll know exactly where to stand for that perfect shot.