St Peter's Pool

St Peter's Pool is a natural swimming spot on the Delimara peninsula near Marsaxlokk, on the south-eastern coast of Malta. It is a sheltered inlet of flat white limestone rock that forms a natural pool, with clear blue-green water, a small cliff for jumping and ledges for sunbathing. There are no built facilities, sand or sunbeds, so visitors lay towels on the rock and enter the water from the edge. The water is clear enough for snorkelling, and swimmers often see small fish near the rocks. A short rocky walk from the road leads down to the pool, and sturdy footwear is advisable because the stone is uneven and can be slippery when wet. No lifeguard is reported, so swimmers should take care, avoid jumping in rough seas and check conditions before entering. The pool is reached by car or taxi from Marsaxlokk in about ten minutes, and roadside parking is limited, which makes early arrival worthwhile in summer. Visitors typically spend one to three hours. Midsummer weekends bring crowds and the rocks fill by late morning, whereas weekday mornings in June and September are calmer and the water is warm. Shade is scarce, so sun protection, water and snacks should be brought. Photographs work well from the rocks above the pool, where the colour of the water stands out against the white stone. Combining a swim here with the fish market and seafood lunch in Marsaxlokk makes a typical day out in the south-east.