Valletta's Secrets: Unforgettable 3-Hour Walking Journey
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On this tour you will visit the main highlights of Valletta, while also visiting an often ignored but equally fascinating part of the city. The tour starts at the modernized entrance of Valletta, and while walking along the majestic streets of the city, your guide will point out all the main landmarks, while keeping you entertained with fascinating and little-known true stories. What was it like to be a patient at the Holy Infirmatory? Or a galley slave on the ships of the Order? Were all Knights behaving in accordance to their vows?
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Gary_F, 10/21/2025 8:27:57 AM
Very informative tour and a great way to get a good insight to the vibrant history of these amazing islands.
Suresh_R, 10/20/2025 10:17:42 AM
Excellent guide with a lot of passion and knowledge of history. The guide was patient and answered all the questions and worked very well with the challenges we had with rain.
joanmA3, 10/19/2025 12:02:06 PM
Julia was a very knowledgeable and interesting tour guide. Great historical perspective and happy to answer questions.
593sandraw, 10/19/2025 8:09:00 AM
A fantastic overview of Valletta’s history, people and buildings. Doing a tour with a knowledgeable born and bred Maltese man was fun and informative. Mathew or was it Michael was fantastic!
Paul P, 10/18/2025 6:05:40 AM
Our guide Matthew was very knowledgeable and shared this in an easy and constant manner which held our attention thin very well. The pace was spot on and accommodate the range of ages and abilities well.
Emt369, 10/17/2025 1:06:39 PM
A very interesting and insightful walking tour with Matthew, whose knowledge of Valetta was fabulous. The pace of the tour was perfect. I would thoroughly recommend to book this tour early on your trip to Malta.
James_W, 10/17/2025 12:17:02 PM
Great tour led by a very knowledgeable local. He wove Malta’s rich history through the walk, showing us the architecture and physical history of Valletta.
Mark R, 10/17/2025 11:11:28 AM
Excellent walking tour guided by Matthew. Great pace, fast enough to remain interesting, slow enough to be manageable for the whole group. Knowledgeable and confident commentary. Loads of information and insight. Highly recommended.
Eileen_D, 10/16/2025 1:19:15 PM
Absolutely essential to learn about this beautiful historical city. Our tour guide was just perfect. Didn’t rush, explained everything clearly, His full presentation was exceptional.
Bettina_S, 10/16/2025 9:06:50 AM
Insightful and fascinating history. Matthew our guide was great. Gave us anecdotes that brought Malta and its amazing history to life.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Departure point
The meeting point for this tour is Valletta City Gate (at the bottom of the steps next to the Parliament building). Look out for the yellow umbrella and guide with yellow shirt!Redemption
Look out for the guide in yellow shirt and yellow umbrella. Meeting point: Valletta city gate, next to the new parliament building. If you are coming from Cruise Port: There are 2 options to arrive at the meeting point: Option 1. take a taxi to Phoenicia hotel and walk two minutes to the meeting point. You need to cross the bridge and get inside Valletta. Option 2, once you are out of the cruise port, turn right and take the Elevator the Upper Barrakka Gardens. Once you are outside the gardens, walk to the meeting point (approx 7 minute walk). For option 2, please allow minimum 20 minutes. If you are coming with your own car: It is very difficult to park inside Valletta. Therefore it is recommended to either park in a white box in Floriana or else park in a car park. The two main car parks are MCP car park (closest to the meeting point) or Floriana Car Park. If you are coming by taxi: The meeting point is a pedestrian area. Therefore please ask the driver to stop you close to Phoenicia Hotel. From there you need to walk to the meeting point. Make your way towards the big fountain, cross the bridge, and the guide will be on the right hand side at the bottom of the bridge.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund