• Valletta - Valletta is often regarded as an open-air museum, offering something to admire at every corner. Key attractions on this tour include the Triton Fountain, the newly reconstructed City Gate and Parliament of Malta (designed by the acclaimed architect Renzo Piano), the Royal Theatre, Castille Square, the Auberge de Castille, the Upper Barrakka Gardens, Merchants Street, the Palace Square (also known as St. George’s Square), Republic Square, St. John’s Co-Cathedral, Valletta’s unique and charming side streets, and other historical buildings, landmarks, and attractions.
• Triton Fountain - The Tritons’ Fountain is located just outside Valletta’s City Gate in Malta. It features three bronze tritons supporting a large basin, balanced on a concentric base made of concrete and clad in travertine slabs. The fountain is one of Malta’s most significant modernist landmarks.
• Valletta City Gate - The City Gate is situated at the entrance of Valletta, Malta. The current gate, the fifth on this site, was constructed between 2011 and 2014, designed by the renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano.
• The New Parliament - The Parliament House, located in Valletta, Malta, serves as the meeting place for the Parliament of Malta. Built between 2011 and 2015, it was designed by Renzo Piano as part of the City Gate Project, which also included a new City Gate and the conversion of the Royal Opera House ruins into an open-air theatre.
• Pjazza Teatru Rjal - The Royal Opera House, also known as the Royal Theatre, was a performing arts venue in Valletta, Malta. Designed by English architect Edward Middleton Barry and built in 1866, it suffered extensive fire damage in 1873 but was restored by 1877. It was destroyed by aerial bombing in 1942 during World War II. Before its destruction, it was one of Valletta’s most beautiful and iconic buildings. After several failed reconstruction plans, the ruins were redesigned, and in 2013, it reopened as a performance venue, called Pjazza Teatru Rjal.
• Castille Street - Located on the hill on the Bastion of Saint James, Castille Square is one of Valletta’s largest squares. Close to the City Gate and Upper Barrakka Gardens, the square features a small fountain and numerous monuments and sculptures.
• Il-Berġa ta’ Kastilja - The Auberge de Castille was the official seat of the knights of the Langue of Castille, León, and Portugal—one of the most powerful of the Order of St. John, with its head being the Grand Chancellor. The Knights of this Langue were responsible for defending part of Valletta’s fortifications, known as the St. Barbara Bastion. Situated at Valletta’s highest point, the Auberge originally overlooked the countryside, offering a unique vantage point. Built by Maltese architect Girolamo Cassar in 1574, it was extensively remodeled in 1741, with the current design attributed to Andrea Belli. Today, it houses the Office of the Prime Minister of Malta and serves as the administrative headquarters of the Maltese government.
• Upper Barrakka Gardens - The Upper Barrakka Gardens are a public garden in Valletta, Malta. Along with the Lower Barrakka Gardens, they offer a panoramic view of the Grand Harbour. The gardens are located on the upper tier of Saints Peter and Paul Bastion, built in the 1560s.
• Merchants Street - Merchant’s Street runs through the center of Valletta, making it one of the capital’s longest thoroughfares. Lined with prestigious establishments, it also hosts a daily street market. Visitors can admire the numerous imposing houses, palaces, and churches that alternate with, and sometimes house, commercial enterprises.
• Republic Street - Republic Street, historically known as Strada Reale or Kingsway, is a principal street in Valletta. It is about 1 kilometre long and serves legislative, judicial, and commercial purposes. Mostly pedestrianised, Republic Street extends from City Gate towards the granaries at Fort St. Elmo. It intersects with several notable buildings and squares, such as City Gate, Freedom Square, the Parliament of Malta, Palazzo Ferreria, Royal Opera House, the Archaeology Museum, St. John’s Square, the Courts of Justice, the Casino Maltese, Republic Square, Grandmaster’s Palace, St. George’s Square, Spinola Palace, the Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise, and Industry, Casa Rocca Piccola, and others.
• Republic Square - Republic Square is a piazza in Valletta, Malta. Originally called Piazza Tesoreria or Piazza dei Cavallieri, it housed the treasury of the Order of Saint John. After a statue of Queen Victoria was installed in the 19th century, it became known as Queen’s Square or Piazza Regina. Although officially named Republic Square, it is still commonly referred to as Piazza Regina.
• St. George’s Square - Known as the heart of the capital, St. George’s Square is Valletta’s largest and most prominent square. Dating back to the 17th century, it has witnessed significant events in the island’s history, including royal visits, victory celebrations, and the presentation of the George Cross in 1942.
• St. John’s Co-Cathedral - Visitors can explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral (entrance ticket not included), with a guided tour provided. This magnificent 16th-century cathedral was originally the conventual church of the Order of the Knights of St. John. Built in just five years and embellished over more than two centuries, it has been transformed into a spectacular work of art. St. John’s Co-Cathedral is a church of unparalleled beauty and unique history, with its many treasures and adorned interiors, making it one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals.

• Professional, licensed local tour guide (English, French, Italian)
• Sightseeing tour of Valletta

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off transfers
• Optional entry ticket to St. John’s Co-Cathedral or any other entrances
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (optional)

Welcome to Malta’s stunning capital city, Valletta!

With nearly five centuries of history, Valletta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety and is widely considered an open-air museum. With its imposing fortifications and bastions, amazing baroque palaces, marvellous churches, gorgeous gardens, and beautiful architecture ranging from mid-16th-century baroque to modernism, it is without doubt one of the most breathtaking cities you will ever visit!

During this walking tour, you will learn how it all began, how it evolved over the centuries, and about the events that shaped Valletta into the city that it is today.

This walk will take you past the city’s main highlights and off the beaten track. In approximately 4 hours, you will see and learn about Valletta’s most notorious landmarks and discover its many hidden charms.

• Your guide will meet you at one of our designated meeting locations in Valletta, which could be the Phoenicia Hotel, Valletta Cruise Port, or Castille Hotel. When making your booking, please indicate your preferred start time and meeting point. The guide will be waiting for you at your preferred meeting point at the time you have selected.
• The visit to St. John’s Co-Cathedral is optional; you can decide on the day with the guide whether to visit the cathedral or not. The entry ticket to the cathedral is not included; the ticket is to be paid at the location. The cathedral is generally open from Monday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. (excluding public holidays).
• The provider is not responsible for the cathedral or any other sites that might be closed on specific days or at specific times.
• The cost of admission to St. John’s Co-Cathedral is €15 for adults, €12 for seniors and students, and free of charge for children under the age of twelve. The admission fee is subject to change without prior notice.
• Guests with mobility impairments are welcome to participate; however, please note that this is a walking tour, therefore there will be quite a bit of walking involved.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.