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Mdina is a gem of the Maltese islands – but every diamond was rough at some point.
Learn why people used to spit on an ancient statue as they entered the city and why invading pirates once tried to trick the citizens of Mdina with free bread.
See the chapel where St Agatha once granted a miracle to save the city, and hear of the terrible crimes carried out by a rich man who wanted revenge on his lover.
You’ll also get to see where a huge pile of gold coins was found buried beneath Mdina, and learn why a ghostly bride photo-bombs happy couples in these narrow streets.
Finally, at the end of the tour, you’ll discover why a woman once rode a donkey through the city while being whipped.
All this, and more, on the Mysteries and Histories of Mdina tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour begins at the Joseph Howard statue, to the left of Mdina Gate bridge. Mario, your guide, will be dressed in black with blood-red trainers...
We will end the tour on the bastions of Mdina, at the furthest point into the city.
Itinerary
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1Mdina Old City
The dark history of Mdina will be brought to life as you walk around this ancient city, through its narrow streets, charming squares and finally onto its fortifications.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Mdina Main Gate - Baroque gateway
We'll hear dark history stories relating to the historic Mdina Gate, made even more famous by its appearance in Game of Thrones.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Mdina Metropolitan Cathedral Museum
Hear why a 16th Century bishop once ordered his men to beat up the priests in this cathedral, and learn of the ghost story that's associated with it.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We'll end the tour on the city walls, where you'll hear how the defending forces fooled the Ottoman soldiers in the Great Siege of 1565.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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