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Valletta is one of Europe's smallest capitals, yet few pack in so much history. On this self guided audio tour, you'll follow 455 years of history from Knights' fortress and British Empire gardens to a modern European republic through war, trade, and foreign rule.
You'll stroll among bastions to the Upper Barrakka Gardens, where cannons still fire at noon over the Grand Harbour. From there, Valletta's ceremonial spine leads through this Renaissance stronghold turned Baroque and Empire UNESCO World Heritage City.
You'll hear how the 1565 Great Siege prompted Valletta's construction, pass Renzo Piano's Parliament House and a Knights' era pillory, and stop at Malta's oldest café, known for its art and pastizzi. The tour ends at St. George's Square, before the Grand Master's Palace with Valletta's longest wooden balconies – once the Knights' seat, now the Presidential Office.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour starts at the tourist information office on the waterfront. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
The tour ends in St. George’s Square.
Itinerary
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Valletta Waterfront (Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Valletta Waterfront, a lively promenade lined with restored 18th-century warehouses, now home to cafés, restaurants, and shops overlooking the Grand Harbour. Any costs related to visiting the waterfront or making purchases in the area are not covered in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
Upper Barrakka Gardens (Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Upper Barrakka Gardens, a beautifully landscaped public garden offering sweeping views over the Grand Harbour and the historic Three Cities. Any costs related to visiting the gardens or surrounding area are not covered in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
Our Lady of Victories Church (Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Our Lady of Victories Church, the first church built in Valletta, constructed to commemorate the Great Siege of Malta and renowned for its richly decorated interior. Please note that entry to the church is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
The New Parliament (Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Parliament House, Malta’s modern parliament building, designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano as part of Valletta’s contemporary city gate redevelopment. Please note that entry to the Parliament building is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
Grand Master's Palace (Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Grand Master's Palace, one of Valletta’s most impressive landmarks, once the residence of the Grand Masters of the Order of St John and now home to the Office of the President of Malta. Please note that entry to the palace is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
Palace Armoury (Pass by)
You’ll pass by the Palace Armoury, a remarkable museum housing one of the world's largest collections of arms and armour from the era of the Knights of St John. Please note that entry to the armoury is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free -
St. John's Co-Cathedral (Pass by)
You’ll pass by the St. John's Co-Cathedral, Malta’s magnificent Baroque cathedral, celebrated for its richly decorated interior and Caravaggio’s masterpiece, The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist. Please note that entry to the co-cathedral is not included in this tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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