Popeye Village Film Set
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Visit to only fully standing filmset in Europe.
The Filmset of the late Robin Williams' first ever movie - Popeye.
Enjoy the turquoise waters of Anchor Bay.
Participate in the continuous Animation Programme full of shows, sketches, puppet shows, dances and family games.
Become a movie-star for a day by participating in Take2 Filming experience and than visit the cinema for the Premier of your own block-basting movie.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Popeye Village Malta
'Popeye Village Malta', is the Original Film Set of the 1980 Paramount Production Musical “Popeye”, also known as 'Popeye Village'. The film set was constructed in Anchor Bay during the last 7 months of 1979. Popeye Village is open all year round and people can enjoy Guided Tour in English related to the film set, Meet Popeye and the Gang, become a movie star during a filming experience, enjoy Animation Activities, Silver smith demonstrations, a Comic and Memorabilia museum, a Cinema showing a documentary and get Free Popcorn once you are in there and Postcard and enjoy a round of Mini-Golf at the upper complex. One can also participate in a Scavenger Hunt to find the missing jewel. In summer, one can also enjoy a number of activities at the bay including an inflatable obstacle course, a floating pontoon and beduion beds as well as 2 splash pools and a splash pool with slides for kids.
What‘s Included
Animation shows
Inflatable Obstacle course and Bathing Platform (in summer) at the bay
Film Set Guided Tours
Free Postcard
Free Popcorn
Wooden Carnival Games
Silver smith demonstrations
Documentary in the Cinema and Comic & Memorabilia Museum
Two Splash Pools and a kids Play Pool (Summer)
Mini-Golf
Can be Purchased
Souvenirs (but can be purchased)
Meeting points
Popeye Village Malta
Triq Tal-Prajjet, Anchor Bay Mellieha Malta
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Popeye Village Film Set
Reviews
267 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wouldn't recommend a visit!!
Norfolk-n-Good24,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Popeye world is for young kids ONLY. Very tired looking, characters are unrealistic and the set, which is now over 30 years old us very tired looking and needs a refresh and recamp . Wouldn't recommend a visit!
Excellent day
briandE7485IW,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time. We were unsure whether to visit because there were some poor reviews but we had walked so far and thought let's chance it. We had such a fabulous time. Spent about 2-3 hours lots of old style wooden games in the rooms. The set is really great with lots to explore. The views are fabulous 😍 Loved it. The actors were fantastic and really engaging..
Nice little day out
KayleighS162,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely little place to visit, views are stunning, the staff around the park were very friendly, love that you get free popcorn and a postcard whenever you visit, if you are in the area definitely recommend visiting here
Amazing day out
Clare W,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is such a cool place for a day out. Make sure you are there for either 11am or 2pm as twice a day they let you take part in acting out some scenes, they film it and play it in their cinema on site and you can by the video for €5. It was the highlight of the day and trip for us. Beware the entrance into the set it down a steep hill and the exit the same way. I did see a van driving into the set with people who had mobility issues but not sure how that was booked. Definitely worth a visit and such a bargin price as well.
Lovely Day Out
Lesley D,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Exactly as it says on the tin. The movie set from the Robin Williams Popeye movie. Loads of great photo opportunities, the characters were very friendly and happy to interact. Been over 20 years since our last visit and it still puts a smile on your face.
Cuz I likes me Spinnach
123colin,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Village is a definite must for young and old ,absolutely wonderful experience the entertainment team really do bring it back to life with scenes from the original film we really had loads of fun and interactive experiences.memories we'll treasure. There is plenty of parking and food and drink outlets.
Fabulous!
Slimmingworldmom,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited today and had a fabulous day The staff work so hard Highly recommend Go to the cinema and grab a bite to eat
Popeye Village
H2397VKjuliep,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A lot of fun. Very small so it gets crowded easily. Absolutely must do if you enjoyed the film! They've done a good job in keeping the set in good shape considering the set was built in 1979!!!
Quirky and unique!
skyfluff1,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A friend recommended this place to me, so we decided to spend a (rainy/gale force winds/stormy!) morning here. I’ve never seen the film, but it was super interesting to be on an actual film set, with lots of trivia and props about. It’s a quirky, quaint place and unlike anywhere I’ve been before. I think if you visited in summer, the place would feel more alive (parts were closed due to the weather and obviously watersports were a no-go). I do agree that parts of it are a little tired, the parade seemed a bit half-hearted and I think more info about what each building is would be useful. Still, if you so happen to be in the area, I think visiting the village is worth doing!
Disappointing given the reviews we read
craigmarven,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Not what I expected from the other reviews. To be fair the weather (dry but gale force wind) didn’t help but that doesn’t affect the fact that the village is really quite small with not a huge amount to see. What there is could have been made more interesting with proper explanation via printed material, QR codes or whatever. If you get on a guided tour it probably all makes more sense but that shouldn’t be necessary. A lot of the areas up at the level of the car park were closed too. They would likely add a lot for kids when open. We stayed less than 2 hours and didn’t think it was time well spent. It feels to us that time is running out for this 45 year-old attraction based around the set of a not particularly good movie.
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