St. Agatha's Crypt, Catacombs and Museum, Rabat Malta

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St. Agatha's Crypt, Catacombs and Museum, Rabat Malta Guided tours reveal this historic complex. A truly unmissable experience. Get in touch.

Step into three worlds of heritage: Roman and Paleo‑Christian catacombs, a crypt with rare medieval frescoes beside Malta’s oldest church, and a museum of treasures. AGATHA Catacombs, Crypt & Museum in Rabat (VO2630) offers a unique journey into Malta’s early Christian and Paleo-Christian past. Visitors can explore the Roman- and Paleo-Christian–era catacombs, an underground network of burial cham

bers carved from limestone; the ancient crypt, renowned for its rare medieval frescoes and connection to one of the oldest places of worship on the island; and the museum, which houses an extensive collection of pottery, glass, fossils, minerals, reliquaries, devotional objects, paintings, and historical books. Guided tours run throughout the day, offering an engaging and accessible introduction to the site’s history, spirituality, and archaeology.

A warm welcome to the pilgrims visiting from Catania, who always find a special sense of home at AGATHA. United by our s...
20/08/2026

A warm welcome to the pilgrims visiting from Catania, who always find a special sense of home at AGATHA. United by our shared devotion to Saint Agatha, we cherish these moments that strengthen the bond between our communities.

👉 Send us a private message or email [email protected] to book your own group tour. We are always pleased to welcome visitors.

In the past days, we gave a warm welcome to the young visitors from the Salesian oratory in Bergamo. Their spirit and en...
23/07/2026

In the past days, we gave a warm welcome to the young visitors from the Salesian oratory in Bergamo. Their spirit and engagement added a bright note to our day at AGATHA.

👉 To book your own group tour, send us a private message or email [email protected]

An engaging visit unfolded at AGATHA with a large group of Spanish history enthusiasts led by Enrique de Vicente and you...
16/07/2026

An engaging visit unfolded at AGATHA with a large group of Spanish history enthusiasts led by Enrique de Vicente and young archaeologist Cecilia Fernández.

Enrique is a well‑known author and television personality in Spain and beyond, and the group was expertly guided locally by historian Simon Salafia.

👉 To book your own group tour, send us a private message or email [email protected]. We are always pleased to welcome visitors who share a passion for cultural heritage.

01/07/2026

The presentation of a relic of St Cajetan to the MSSP community, held on Friday 26 June 2026 at St Agatha’s Church. The relic was presented by the Superior General of the Theatine Order, The Most Rev. Salvador Rodea González, to the Superior General of the MSSP, Rev. Martin Galea.

A simple yet highly significant event took place recently with the presentation of a relic of St Cajetan to the MSSP com...
01/07/2026

A simple yet highly significant event took place recently with the presentation of a relic of St Cajetan to the MSSP community at the St Agatha Motherhouse in Rabat.

St Cajetan of Thiene (1480–1547) was a priest who reformed the Italian clergy during the Counter-Reformation. Known as the "Saint of Providence", this title was incredibly close to the heart of the founder of the Missionary Society of St Paul (MSSP), Monsignor Giuseppe De Piro. An image of the saint is also housed within St Agatha's church.

The presentation was held on Friday, 26th June 2026, at St Agatha's Church by the Superior General of the Theatine Order, The Most Rev. Salvador Rodea González, to the Superior General of the MSSP, Rev. Martin Galea. The evening began with a moment of prayer alongside members of the MSSP, followed by a fraternal social gathering at the convent.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to Tony Gatt for capturing the event through his photographs, as well as to Ian Pintley, Fr. Frank Cini, and Bro Dominic Borg for their support. Special thanks also go to Denise Tierney and Mario Abela from Bestprint for the commemorative holy card.

Meet Aaron and Jorre, two brilliant students from Belgium who spent time with us in April through the Erasmus+  programm...
13/06/2026

Meet Aaron and Jorre, two brilliant students from Belgium who spent time with us in April through the Erasmus+ programme. Great vibes, great curiosity and great memories made at AGATHA.

📣 Some days ago we had the pleasure of welcoming a group of Lebanese and Armenian visitors taking part in the Pilgrimage...
21/05/2026

📣 Some days ago we had the pleasure of welcoming a group of Lebanese and Armenian visitors taking part in the Pilgrimage to Malta organised by The Lebanese Community UK .TLC . UK and the Lebanese Maronite Order.

We look forward to continuing our collaboration with organisations and initiatives that promote religious tourism at AGATHA.

A recent visit to St. Agatha's Crypt, Catacombs and Museum, Rabat Malta by Miranda Moutroue, wife of Felice from Radio M...
17/05/2026

A recent visit to St. Agatha's Crypt, Catacombs and Museum, Rabat Malta by Miranda Moutroue, wife of Felice from Radio Maria Australia & Radio Maria Italy, accompanied by representatives from Radju Marija Malta. We truly appreciate their sterling work and dedication.

🎉 Wishing a very happy birthday to Fr Frankie Cini MSSP, Director of AGATHA. Grateful for his dedication, guidance, and ...
11/05/2026

🎉 Wishing a very happy birthday to Fr Frankie Cini MSSP, Director of AGATHA. Grateful for his dedication, guidance, and the passion he brings to our mission every day. Ad multos annos.

👏 Our museum welcomed its first Erasmus students, Martyna Moskala and Patrycja Szal from Poland. Their interest, dedicat...
28/04/2026

👏 Our museum welcomed its first Erasmus students, Martyna Moskala and Patrycja Szal from Poland. Their interest, dedication, and support over the past two weeks have been greatly valued. Sending them our thanks and best wishes for the future.

Address

St. Agatha Lane
Rabat
RBT2020

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 11:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 11:30 - 17:00
Thursday 11:30 - 17:00
Friday 11:30 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 13:30

Telephone

+35679469893

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