Updated in November 2026, this Popeye Village guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, parking, transport, accessibility and what to see.
Popeye Village is a film-set theme attraction at Anchor Bay in Mellieħa, in north-west Malta. You can book through GetYourGuide before you travel. As of November 2026, an adult ticket costs €15 in the low season, not the €20 of mid season or the €27 of high season. Many older guides still show prices of €18 to €27. The price rises to €16 after 3 January 2027.
Quick facts for Popeye Village
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Triq Tal-Prajjet, Anchor Bay, Mellieħa MLH 4808, Malta |
| Opening hours | Daily 9:30 to 17:00 from 6 November 2026 to 30 April 2027 |
| Adult and teenager ticket | €15 until 3 January 2027, then €16 |
| Child ticket (3 to 12) | €12.50 until 3 January 2027, then €13 |
| Pensioner ticket | Same price as a child ticket |
| Nearest transit | Bus 101 from Mellieħa Bay and Għadira |
| Parking | Free car park on site |
| Typical visit | Two to three hours |
| Phone | +356 2152 4781 |
Why book Popeye Village tickets?
- 🎬 A real film set: The wooden village was built for the 1980 film Popeye and still stands in the bay.
- 🎭 Live animation shows: Live shows run on the set and are included in your ticket.
- 🖼️ The Comic Museum: The museum and a cinema documentary come with the same entry price.
- 🔍 A scavenger hunt and mini golf: Both are included, and the mini golf is open weather permitting.
- 💰 The lowest prices of the year: Low-season adults pay €15 against €27 in high season.
Popeye Village ticket prices – and how to book
Prices depend on the season. The table shows all three.
| Ticket | Low season (6 Nov 2026 to 30 Apr 2027) | Mid season (1 to 31 May and 1 Oct to 4 Nov) | High season (1 Jun to 30 Sep) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult and teenager | €15 until 3 Jan 2027, then €16 | €20 | €27 |
| Child (3 to 12) | €12.50 until 3 Jan 2027, then €13 | €15 | €17 |
| Pensioner | Same as child | €15 | €17 |
Your ticket covers the film set, the live animation shows, the Comic Museum, the cinema documentary and the scavenger hunt. Mini golf is also included when the weather allows. You can book through GetYourGuide to plan your visit in advance.
Opening hours for Popeye Village
Popeye Village opens every day, and weekday and weekend hours are the same. Opening times change with the season.
| Season | Dates | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| Low season | 6 November 2026 to 30 April 2027 | 9:30 to 17:00 |
| Mid season | 1 to 31 May and 1 October to 4 November | 9:30 to 17:30 |
| High season | 1 June to 30 September | 9:30 to 18:00 |
How to get to Popeye Village
Popeye Village is in Anchor Bay, on the north-west coast of Malta. By bus, take route 101 from Mellieħa Bay or Għadira. The service is infrequent, so check the timetable before you travel. To reach Mellieħa, use routes 41, 42, 49 or 250 from Valletta, route 222 from Sliema or route 221 from Buġibba. By car, drive to Mellieħa and follow the signs to Anchor Bay.
Parking at Popeye Village
A free car park is on site.
How long to spend at Popeye Village
Allow two to three hours. The film set, the shows, the museum and the documentary all take time. Add more if you play mini golf or follow the scavenger hunt.
Accessibility at Popeye Village
The film set is mostly outdoors. It has steep ramps and stairs, so it is hard going for visitors with limited mobility. Drop-off points are available for visitors who use a wheelchair or have reduced mobility. Contact the village before you travel to plan your route.
Small dogs up to 10 kilograms are allowed on a lead. Drones are not allowed.
What to see at Popeye Village
The film set. The wooden village was built for the 1980 film Popeye. It stands beside the water at Anchor Bay.
The live animation shows. Live animation shows run on the set. They are included in your ticket.
The Comic Museum. The Comic Museum is part of the attraction. It is included in your ticket.
The cinema documentary. A cinema documentary of about 15 minutes is shown on site. It is included in your ticket.
The scavenger hunt. Visitors search the set for clues. It is included in your ticket.
The mini golf. A mini golf course is open when the weather allows. It is included in your ticket.
Practical visitor tips for Popeye Village
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Book ahead | Prices change by season. Book tickets in advance to lock in your visit date. |
| Visit in the low season | Adults pay €15 from 6 November 2026, against €27 in high season. |
| Buy before 4 January | The adult price rises from €15 to €16 after 3 January 2027. |
| Check the weather | The set is mostly outdoors and mini golf is open weather permitting. |
| Wear sturdy shoes | The set has steep ramps and stairs. |
Frequently asked questions about Popeye Village
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the opening hours? | From 6 November 2026 to 30 April 2027 the village opens daily from 9:30 to 17:00. |
| How much does a ticket cost? | Low-season adults pay €15 until 3 January 2027, then €16. Children aged 3 to 12 pay €12.50, then €13. |
| Do I need to book in advance? | Advance booking is recommended so your date is secured. |
| Is Popeye Village accessible? | The set has steep ramps and stairs. Drop-off points are available for wheelchair and reduced-mobility visitors. |
| Can I bring a dog or a drone? | Small dogs up to 10 kilograms are allowed on a lead. Drones are not allowed. |
Things to do near Popeye Village
Mellieħa Bay: A sandy beach on the north-west coast of Malta, below Mellieħa town.
The Red Tower: A 17th-century watchtower on a ridge above Mellieħa Bay.
Għadira Nature Reserve: A wetland reserve beside Għadira Bay in Mellieħa.
Golden Bay: A sandy beach on the north-west coast, south of Mellieħa.
Għajn Tuffieħa Bay: A beach reached by a long stairway, next to Golden Bay.
Alternatives to Popeye Village
Ġgantija Temples: A prehistoric temple complex on the island of Gozo.
Cittadella: A fortified citadel above Victoria on Gozo.
Ħaġar Qim Temples: A prehistoric temple site on the south coast of Malta.
The Blue Grotto: A group of sea caves near Żurrieq on the south coast of Malta.
Ghar Dalam Cave and Museum: A prehistoric cave and museum near Birżebbuġa in the south-east of Malta.
More Malta travel
Other Malta travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- Practical guides to visiting St John’s Co-Cathedral and the Grand Master’s Palace in Valletta.
- National Museum of Archaeology in Valletta: Visitor guide with ticket prices and opening hours.
- Fort St Elmo and the National War Museum in Valletta: Guide with hours, prices and what to see.
- Underground Valletta visitor guide: Explore the cisterns, tunnels and WWII shelters beneath Malta’s capital.
- Exploring the Old Prison on Gozo.
