Half-Day Valletta Sightseeing Tour with a Local

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore Valletta and the surrounding area in comfort on a fully customizable private sightseeing tour with a local English-speaking driver-guide. Visit iconic sites like St. John’s Co-Cathedral, home to Caravaggio masterpieces, and stroll down Merchant Street to admire colorful balconies. Stop at the Grandmaster’s Palace and take in sweeping views from Barracca Gardens. Then cross the Grand Harbour by water taxi to reach Vittoriosa, one of the historic “Three Cities.” Discover Gardjola Gardens, walk the ancient walls, and explore Birgu, including the Inquisitor’s Palace. End the day with a scenic dghajsa boat ride around the harbor. Hotel or cruise port pickup and dropoff included for a relaxed, immersive experience.

What's Included

Fuel and Tolls
WiFi on board
Hotel Pickup and Dropoff at Any Central Location
Personal English-Speaking Local Guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Tips and gratuities
Beverages and meals
Entrance fees for all attractions and the taxi boat

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    St. John's Co-Cathedral

    Built in 1572, the interior of the church is considered to be one of the finest examples of high Baroque architecture.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Merchant Street Market

    Popular open-air market in Valletta. This colorful street market resembles a European flea market, offering every day and brand name clothing, antiques, old books, and many other items at bargain prices.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Αlso known as the Magisterial Palace, it was built between the 16th and 18th centuries as the palace of the Grand Master of the Order of St. John, who ruled Malta.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Built in 1661, along with the Lower Barrakka Gardens in the same city, they offer a panoramic view of the Grand Harbour.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Birgu (Vittoriosa)

    Vittoriosa

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Gardjola Gardens overlook the Grand Harbour and host the ancient guard tower, "il-Gardjola.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • St. John's Co-Cathedral: Admission is approximately €15 per adult, which includes access to the cathedral and museum with an audio guide.
  • Grandmaster Palace Courtyard: Entry to the courtyard is typically free, while access to the State Rooms or Armoury may require a ticket (around €10).
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Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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