Gzira is an urban locality between Sliema and Msida on the western side of Marsamxett Harbour. Its has a seafront promenade with views over Manoel Island to Valletta. The only landward access to Manoel Island is the bridge from the Gzira strand. Gzira shops include numerous yacht brokers and chandlers which serve the nearby Ta’ Xbiex and Msida Marinas.