Discover the ancient fortified city of Mdina and the historic town of Rabat in Malta. Explore narrow winding streets, majestic palaces, and religious sites on this captivating walk.
Discover the ancient fortified city of Mdina and the historic town of Rabat in Malta. Explore narrow winding streets, majestic palaces, and religious sites on this captivating walk.
- City Walking Tours Malta - Join the guide at Mdina’s Main Gate, easily identifiable by a red umbrella marked “City Walking Tours.” This tour will take you on a journey through the Middle Ages, showcasing the town’s most significant palaces, convents, churches, and charming streets.
- Vilhena Palace - Located at Mdina’s entrance, Vilhena Palace…
- City Walking Tours Malta - Join the guide at Mdina’s Main Gate, easily identifiable by a red umbrella marked “City Walking Tours.” This tour will take you on a journey through the Middle Ages, showcasing the town’s most significant palaces, convents, churches, and charming streets.
- Vilhena Palace - Located at Mdina’s entrance, Vilhena Palace is a splendid example of French Baroque architecture, designed by the French architect Charles Francois de Mondion in the early 18th century.
- Pjazza Mesquita - Nestled in the tranquil heart of Mdina, this square served as a key filming location for the “Game of Thrones” series.
- Villegaignon Street - As Mdina’s main thoroughfare, this street is adorned with some of the city’s most beautiful palaces, offering a sense of stepping back in time as you explore.
- Pjazza San Publju - Dominated by the Metropolitan Cathedral dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul, this is Mdina’s central square.
- Rabat - Situated just outside Mdina, Rabat’s name means ‘suburb’ in Semitic, reflecting its historical role as Mdina’s suburb. Known for its serene and rural atmosphere, Rabat invites you to enjoy a relaxed stroll through its characteristic streets.
- 2-hour guided walking tour with a licensed guide
- 2-hour guided walking tour with a licensed guide
- Entrance fees to any museum or church
- Entrance fees to any museum or church
Mdina, which was once the capital of Malta, is situated atop a hill and covers almost two-thirds of the island. This ancient fortified city, located centrally, is one of the prime examples of timeless architecture from the medieval and baroque periods in Europe. Locals refer it to as the ‘Silent City’ and it houses several palaces, owned by Maltese…
Mdina, which was once the capital of Malta, is situated atop a hill and covers almost two-thirds of the island. This ancient fortified city, located centrally, is one of the prime examples of timeless architecture from the medieval and baroque periods in Europe. Locals refer it to as the ‘Silent City’ and it houses several palaces, owned by Maltese noble families, most of which are used as holiday homes.
As you wander through the city of Mdina, it would feel as if you have stepped into a time capsule; its labyrinth of narrow streets, magnificent palaces, churches, and courtyards attribute a distinctive charm to the city, making it a must-visit location while in Malta. Don’t forget to visit Rabat, an adjoining suburb of Mdina. It holds significant religious importance, as per local legend, it was the place where St Paul the Apostle was held captive.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
