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Valletta, Malta

Things to Do in Valletta

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:The Original Valletta Walking Tour

Most booked tours and tickets in Valletta

Gozo All Inclusive Chauffeured Tuk Tuk Day Tour - Blue Lagoon

Gozo All Inclusive Chauffeured Tuk Tuk Day Tour - Blue Lagoon

4.71,827 reviews7h
Gozo Quad Bike Day Tour - All-inclusive + Blue Lagoon

Gozo Quad Bike Day Tour - All-inclusive + Blue Lagoon

4.7753 reviews7h
Gozo Full-Day Quad Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

Gozo Full-Day Quad Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

4.7672 reviews6h
Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop

Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop

4.7646 reviews8h

Top sights in Valletta

  1. 1St. John's Co-Cathedral
  2. 2Grand Master's Palace
  3. 3Upper Barrakka Gardens
  4. 4Fort St. Elmo
  5. 5Valletta Waterfront
  6. 6Strait Street
  • A Baroque Architectural Feast: Walk streets lined with ornate palaces and churches like the Grand Master's Palace and the Carmelite Basilica, all built from the distinctive golden Globigerina limestone that glows in the Mediterranean sun.
  • Unparalleled Military History: Explore the star-shaped Fort St. Elmo, stand on the Saluting Battery, and traverse the underground tunnels of the Lascaris War Rooms to understand Malta's pivotal role in European conflicts.
  • Art of the Highest Order: Witness Caravaggio's masterpiece in St. John's Co-Cathedral, a church so lavishly decorated in gold and marble it rivals any in Europe, and visit MUŻA, the national art museum.

Tickets and passes in Valletta

Gozo Full-Day Jeep Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

Gozo Full-Day Jeep Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return

4.41,191 reviews6h
Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop

Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop

4.8347 reviews6h
Mysterium Fidei Monastery & Secret Garden in Valletta

Mysterium Fidei Monastery & Secret Garden in Valletta

4.8313 reviews30m
Valletta Black Friars Experience Entrance Ticket

Valletta Black Friars Experience Entrance Ticket

4.8194 reviews25m

Food and drink experiences in Valletta

Folklore Evening Dinner Show at a Traditional Maltese Restaurant Incl. Transfers

Folklore Evening Dinner Show at a Traditional Maltese Restaurant Incl. Transfers

4.237 reviews3h
Maltese Folklore Night Tour incl. food and drinks

Maltese Folklore Night Tour incl. food and drinks

4.525 reviews4h 30m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Valletta

GOZO & Blue Lagoon Jeep Sunset Safari (Comino cave tour)

GOZO & Blue Lagoon Jeep Sunset Safari (Comino cave tour)

4.7190 reviews7h
Gozo Buggy Tour: All-inclusive Day Trip + Blue Lagoon

Gozo Buggy Tour: All-inclusive Day Trip + Blue Lagoon

4.5173 reviews7h

Hidden gems in Valletta

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

The Lascaris War Rooms

A complex of underground tunnels and chambers beneath the Upper Barrakka Gardens that served as Allied headquarters during WWII.

Casa Rocca Piccola

A 16th-century palace still inhabited by a noble Maltese family, offering intimate guided tours.

The Malta Postal Museum

A small, beautifully curated museum in a historic townhouse dedicated to the history of Malta's postal service.

St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity (Spazju Kreattiv)

A 16th-century military building transformed into a cutting-edge contemporary arts centre.

The Sacra Infermeria (Mediterranean Conference Centre)

The Knights' monumental hospital, one of the finest in Renaissance Europe, now a conference centre.

Day trips from Valletta

The Three Cities (Vittoriosa, Senglea, Cospicua)

10 min by ferry or water taxi from Valletta Waterfront

Step back into the authentic heart of Maltese history. These fortified cities across the Grand Harbour predate Valletta and offer labyrinthine streets, incredible views back to the capital, and a more local atmosphere.

Mdina & Rabat

30 min by bus or taxi

Visit Malta's ancient, silent capital. Mdina, the 'Silent City', is a stunning medieval walled town of noble palaces and narrow lanes. Neighboring Rabat holds important catacombs and offers the best pastizzi on the island.

Blue Grotto & Marsaxlokk

45-60 min by bus or car

A perfect combo of natural wonder and traditional culture. See the stunning Blue Grotto sea caves by boat, then visit the colourful fishing village of Marsaxlokk for its famous Sunday fish market and waterfront dining.

Plan your Valletta trip

Things to do in Valletta: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Valletta?+

Top sights include St. John's Co-Cathedral, Grand Master's Palace, Upper Barrakka Gardens and Fort St. Elmo. Away from the crowds, try The Lascaris War Rooms and Casa Rocca Piccola.

What are the most popular tours in Valletta?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are The Original Valletta Walking Tour (4.9 stars, 3,296 reviews); Gozo All Inclusive Chauffeured Tuk Tuk Day Tour - Blue Lagoon (4.7 stars, 1,827 reviews); Gozo Full-Day Jeep Tour with Private Boat to Gozo & return (4.4 stars, 1,191 reviews).

How much do tours in Valletta cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €10 and €285 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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