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Welcome to Malta's gates to the world and to its culture.This tour will introduce a typical fishing Maltese neighborhood to contrast with the stunning Valletta that will show you how culture, history and contemporary architecture can combine and thrive in the same space. What is commonly known as “The 3 cities”, will offer the chance to dive into the uniqueness of a 3 city-port and its amazing views of the Capital city. Our guide will get you through the most important historical events and will explain Maltese traditions to understand a bit more about this strategic small island (and its people) in the Mediterranean sea.
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Cruise passengers: we will be waiting for you at the pier with a sign with your name on it
Itinerary
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1Valletta City Gate
The current city gate is the fifth city gate Valletta has had in around 450 years, the first gate starting in April 1566. In front of it, we will gladly admire Triton's fountain, the first element that comes to our attention before entering the city gates.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2St. John's Co-Cathedral
Built in the 1570s as the church for the Knights of St John, this magnificent cathedral is not only Malta’s most visited church, but also home of a Caravaggio painting.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Grand Master's Palace
The first building to be constructed by the Knights of St John in the new capital city and enlarged over the years, this Palace is the Office of the President of Malta.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Hastings Gardens
One of the highest points of the City, offering stunning panoramic views over Floriana, Msida, Sliema, and Manoel Island.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Upper Barrakka Gardens
One of the most visited places in Malta and admired by many for their beauty and rich history. The gardens offer a view over Valletta’s Grand Harbour and Vittoriosa’s Grand Harbour Marina.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Republic Street
Republic street is the main road of Valletta and its here that you will find most of the government related buildings. It's primarily pedestrian-only and it is only one kilometer long.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Marsaxlokk Harbour
This very unique and incredibly colorful village is home to thousands of Luzzus, these typical maltese fishing boats.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Blue Grotto Il-Hnejja
In this Viewpoint you get to appreciate a network of six caves, boasting the most stunning views and clearest waters the Maltese Islands have to offer. This is one of Malta’s most popular natural attractions.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Birgu (Vittoriosa)
This fortified city is known for being the first home of the Knights of the Order of St John, who settled on the island in 1530. As such, it contains some of the most historic palaces, churches and noble homes in Malta.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Cospicua (Bormla)
The largest of the Three Cities. While much of the city was destroyed during numerous battles over the course of Malta’s tumultuous history, it has been proudly rebuilt.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Senglea
Senglea is a small, fortified city on a peninsular parallel to Vittoriosa. A pedestrian bridge connects it to its larger neighbor and two grand forts – Fort St Michael and Fort St Angelo.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
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
- Time for transportation (2 hours) is already included in the total duration.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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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