Ramla Bay, known locally as “Ramla il-Ħamra” is Gozo’s most popular beach.  Famous for its vivid red sands this long sandy beach attracts visiting and local families throughout the summer.  With its beach-based restaurants and watersports skirting the shores, there’s plenty to keep families of all ages enthralled. Whereas, Marsalforn and Xlendi Bay’s coastal resorts are picturesque bays with smaller beaches nestled amongst dramatic coastal scenery –  and are both popular with families because of the multiple restaurants lining their promenades, serving up superb Mediterranean cuisine.

If your family crave quieter coastal experiences off the beaten track, then why not visit Ħondoq Bay, Mġarr ix-Xini, Dahlet Qorrot or Wied il-Ghasri.  The beauty of Gozo is that there’s so many unique bays and beaches to choose from once you know where to find them!

Wied il-Ghasri is a little-known gem, it’s a coastal valley popular with thrill seeking snorkelers and divers who enjoy exploring the wonders of its amazing underwater caves.  For more information on watersports in Gozo – check out our recent blog here.

If you prefer seeking your thrills up high, rather than leagues below then Gozo Adventures offer abseiling and rock-climbing activities; giving you the chance to get up close and personal to our rock’s stunning rock as you ascend up it or abseil down it.  Qualified instructors will teach you the basics before coaching you on your journey.

Talking of journeys, are you interested in some land-based active sightseeing or outdoor pursuits to get your family fit and animated? Gozo’s mix of coastal and country trails reward visitors with breathtaking scenery en-route, whatever the season.

Why not go eco-friendly in Gozo?  Hire bicycles, e-bikes or segways to travel the island at your own pace, accessing our unique landscapes, setting your pulses racing and making memories along the way.

Or alternatively, take the reins, saddle-up and book a horse-riding tour.  Gozo Stables and Lino Stables offer thrilling instructor-led horse-riding tours giving visitors an unforgettable experience; with horses suitable for inexperienced riders right through to accomplished equestrians.

If your youngsters are not yet of riding age or ability and would prefer petting the horses, then makes sure you factor in a visit to the Dreams of Horses Farm in Ix-Xagħra.  This multi-purpose farm and therapy centre is home to many rescued and rehabilitated animals, where children can pet and even feed some of the creatures.  It is simply a must for young families.

Gozo’s unique 7,000 year history is the stuff of bedtime stories; interweaving goddesses, knights and military battles with legendary tales to delight and inspire any young history buff.

Plus, with internationally significant historical sites like Ġgantija Temples – a Megalithic site older than Egypt’s Pyramids and, our ancient imposing fortified city, The Cittadella, once home to the famous Knights of St John – there’s certainly enough distinct history to fire up their imagination.

Not forgetting of course, our historic windmills, legendary caves and ancient rock formations.  Young history and geology fans who adore exploring the very real kind of history you can touch, smell and feel will amaze in wonder, unlocking tales from Gozo’s past.