Parks and Museum at Montekristo Estate
Montekristo Estate in Siggiewi has two family parks, an animal park and Rulina Fun Park, plus the World Pro Racing simulator centre and a small museum of horse-drawn carriages and old farm equipment. It suits British families looking for a varied day out in Malta that goes beyond the beach, and you can finish with a meal or a drink on the estate.
Written from Montekristo Estate's own published information. Last checked .
Parks, simulators and museum
Montekristo Animal Park
Exotic animals, interactive and educational experiences
A family sanctuary with a varied collection of exotic animals, aimed at children and adults alike.
The animal park is described as a sanctuary where families can spend time among a diverse collection of exotic animals. It is designed to interest both children and parents, with a team that looks after the animals' wellbeing and safety.
The park also emphasises interactive experiences and learning, with a focus on building a love of wildlife and an understanding of conservation. It is a calm, rewarding contrast to the livelier rides next door.
Rulina Fun Park
Run by Curtain Raiser Entertainment
An outdoor family park with rides, bouncy castles, a toddler area and a zone for teenagers.
Rulina Fun Park was created by Curtain Raiser Entertainment and is presented as a family haven in the middle of Malta. Outdoor attractions include fun fair activities, bouncy castles, carousels and train rides.
Younger children have a dedicated toddler play area, while teenagers have a zone of their own. The park also mentions live performances and picnics, so it works as a relaxed place to spend a few hours as well as a lively one.
World Pro Racing
17 simulators, opened July 2021, sessions can be booked
A sim racing and entertainment centre with 17 simulators, courses, team events and open races.
World Pro Racing is a development and entertainment centre that opened in July 2021. It has 17 simulators, along with telemetry and race control facilities, broadcast rooms and a multi-purpose studio used for commentary and educational programmes.
Visitors can book sessions. The centre offers sim racing courses led by experienced instructors, team building events for groups of friends or colleagues, and open races for all comers. Courses cover everything from the basics to advanced techniques, and extend to the business side of esports, including presenting on camera and streaming.
Montekristo Museum
Historical farm equipment, carriages and carts
A collection of historical farm equipment and horse-drawn carriages and carts.
The museum gathers artefacts from a bygone era, with a strong focus on traditional farm equipment and a wide range of horse-drawn carriages and carts. It gives a feel for the craftsmanship and customs of earlier generations.
It is a quieter stop than the parks and a pleasant change of pace, especially for visitors interested in rural heritage or the history of transport.
A family day out at Montekristo
Most visitors to Malta spend their days on the coast, in Valletta or around the old walled city of Mdina. Montekristo Estate offers something different: a large countryside estate on Triq ta' Hal Farrug, between Siggiewi and Luqa, where the family attractions sit alongside restaurants, event venues and a brewery. It is a good choice when you want to keep children happily occupied while the adults enjoy a relaxed meal.
The attractions cover very different tastes. There is an animal park for younger children and wildlife lovers, a fun park with rides and play areas, a racing simulator centre that appeals to older children and teenagers, and a museum for anyone curious about how island life once worked. You do not need to try everything. Many families choose one or two and leave time to wander.
For the wider estate, start with our Montekristo Estate overview, which explains how the different parts fit together. If you are still deciding how to fill your week, our guide to things to do in Malta has plenty of other ideas.
What children can do
Younger children are well served. At Rulina Fun Park there are bouncy castles, carousels, train rides, fun fair activities and a dedicated play area for toddlers, so even the smallest members of the family have something to enjoy. The animal park offers a gentler pace, with a collection of exotic animals to spot and an emphasis on learning about wildlife and conservation.
Older children and teenagers have their own options. Rulina has a zone aimed at teens, and World Pro Racing lets visitors take to the simulators that make up its racing centre. The estate describes courses, team building events and open races there, which makes it a very different sort of outing from a typical theme park.
If your children enjoy being active, our directory of children's activities in Malta lists more places to try during your stay.
Planning a visit
The estate describes its parks and museum in general terms and does not give opening times, ticket prices or booking rules on the pages we have drawn on. We would rather not guess, so please confirm hours, admission and any booking requirements directly with Montekristo before you set off, particularly if you are travelling with a large group or visiting at a busy time of year.
World Pro Racing is the one attraction where the estate mentions booking, inviting visitors to reserve a session. For the animal park, Rulina Fun Park and the museum, check the current arrangements before you go.
Rulina Fun Park is run by Curtain Raiser Entertainment, and its outdoor setting means that Malta's weather will shape your day. Our Malta weather guide is useful when choosing between a hot summer afternoon and a cooler day in spring or autumn.
Combining the parks with food and drink
One of the great advantages of Montekristo is that you do not have to leave the estate to eat. After a morning with the animals or a few hours on the rides, you can move on to one of the estate's restaurants without a car journey, which suits families with tired children.
Our page on food and drink at Montekristo describes the places to eat and drink, and the wine and produce page covers the estate's own wines and farm products if you would like to take something home. If you are thinking of a celebration or larger gathering, see the venues at Montekristo.
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Questions about Parks and Museum at Montekristo Estate
What is there for families at Montekristo Estate?
The estate has an animal park, Rulina Fun Park, the World Pro Racing simulator centre and a museum, plus restaurants on site. Together they give families a varied day out in the Maltese countryside.
Where is Montekristo Estate?
Montekristo Estate is on Triq ta' Hal Farrug, between Siggiewi and Luqa in Malta. It is a countryside estate, so most visitors travel by car or taxi from their resort.
What animals can I see at the animal park?
The park describes a diverse collection of exotic animals and does not list species. It focuses on interactive and educational experiences that encourage a love of wildlife and conservation.
What can toddlers do at Rulina Fun Park?
Rulina Fun Park has a dedicated toddler play area, as well as bouncy castles, carousels and train rides. There is also a zone for teenagers, so mixed-age families should find something for everyone.
What is World Pro Racing?
It is a sim racing and entertainment centre that opened in July 2021. It has 17 simulators and offers courses, team building events and open races, and visitors can book a session.
How much do the parks and museum cost?
The estate does not publish admission prices on the pages we have used, so we cannot quote any. Please check current prices and any booking requirements directly with Montekristo before you visit.
What can I see in the Montekristo museum?
The museum shows historical farm equipment and a large collection of horse-drawn carriages and carts. It celebrates the craftsmanship and traditions of the past and makes a quieter stop between the parks.
Can we eat at Montekristo after visiting the parks?
Yes. The estate has restaurants and a brewery as well as its parks, so you can follow a morning of activities with lunch or a drink without leaving the grounds.
Photos: Montekristo Estate.