Domus Romana
Domus Romana
Domus Romana (Museum Esplanade, Rabat) – located 20 minutes west of Valletta, this small museum of the Domus Romana is built around the remains of a rich, aristocratic roman town house (domvs) that was accidentally discovered in 1881. Although very little remains from the house itself, the intricate mosaics which survived for centuries as well as the artifacts found within the remains are testimony enough of the original richness and story of this fantastic abode.
The current Museum building does not only preserve some of the most precious Roman remains but also allows visitors to get a glimpse of life in a Roman domestic household. Apart from showing the complex history of the site, the current museum display is in fact designed to take the visitor through the various aspects of a Roman family and household with aspects ranging from the actual division of roles in a Roman family, to fashion, education, entertainment, food and drink.
Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm daily. Admission: €6 (adults 18 years+), €4.50 (youths/12-17 years; seniors; and students), €3 (children ages 6-11), free for those under 6 years.