Popeye Village (Malta)

The construction of Popeye Village, also known as “Sweethaven Village“, began in June 1979, requiring the coordinated efforts of an international team of 165 builders who worked tirelessly for seven months.

The construction of Popeye Village and its 20 colorful wooden cottages was an ambitious project. It required building a nearly 60-meter breakwater at the mouth of Anchor Bay, constructing an access road, importing hundreds of tree trunks from the Netherlands, thousands of shingles from Canada, and several tons of nails.

Filming of the movie “Popeye” began on January 23, 1980, and ended on June 19 of the same year, marking the end of a period of intense activity on site. Cinematically, the movie received mixed reviews from audiences, despite starring Robin Williams in the lead role of Popeye. However, the film left a tangible legacy in the form of this village, now converted into a theme park, attracting thousands of visitors from around the world each year.

Besides its unique atmosphere of a reconstructed village based on the theme of Popeye, Popeye Village offers numerous shows and attractions. The park is divided into two levels: the lower complex, the “Lower Complex”, for adults and teenagers, and the upper complex, the “Upper Complex”, designed for younger children (under 12). It is important to note that some attractions are available only during high season, particularly water attractions.

Popeye Village is open all year round, but not all attractions and shows are available year-round. The park also applies variable pricing depending on the season or special events (such as Easter or Christmas holidays).

High season runs from July 1^st to September 30. During this period, tickets for Popeye Village are usually more expensive, but it’s also the best time to enjoy all the attractions, especially water-based activities.

Popeye Village can be visited in a few hours if you limit yourself to exploring the attractions and entertainment briefly. During summer, the village features a beach club with water activities, making it common for visitors to spend half a day or even a full day there.

Yes, Popeye Village is suitable for children of all ages. The upper complex has many activities specifically designed for young children, including ball pools and shallow water play areas.

Yes, Popeye Village has a restaurant that primarily serves fast food (hamburgers, quiches, pizzas, etc.).

Outside of special events, Popeye Village is open from 09:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Bus line 101 stops directly at Popeye Village (“Popeye” stop). However, multiple changes may be required, as this bus line is infrequent. It is also possible to walk from Mellieha Bay (approximately a 25-minute walk).

Yes, during the summer season (June to October), Popeye Village provides direct access to Anchor Bay. Water activities, inflatable sea structures, sunbeds, and designated swimming areas are available.

It is advisable to book your tickets in advance, especially during high season (July to September) and school holiday periods, to avoid waiting at the park entrance.

Yes, the park is open year-round. However, certain water activities and entertainment shows are only available during the high summer season.

Popeye Village regularly offers discounts for large families, groups, or during special events such as Christmas or Easter. Check directly on the official Popeye Village website for current special events and discounts.

Pets are not allowed inside Popeye Village, except for guide dogs.