Valletta and Malta Experience

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Tour Times: 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 13:00 PM

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4 hours (approx.)

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Overview

The tour begins at the port and from here you will make your way to the upper Barracca Gardens. These gardens date back to the 18th century and were a peaceful retreat for the pastime and recreation of the Knights. The panoramic views of the city, its two natural harbors, and the surrounding landscape are truly amazing from here.

Your tour continues with a visit to the Cathedral of St John, founded in 1577 by the Knights of St. John. This beautiful Cathedral is home to many famous works of art such as The Decapitation of St John by Caravaggio. It is also the main burial place of the Knights.

You will also visit the Church Museum which is adorned with Flemish tapestries.

From here, the tour continues on to view the Grand Master's Palace from the outside. This Magisterial Palace was the official residence of the Grand Master of the Order. Today it is home to the President of Malta as well as the Maltese Parliament. We will also be stopping to view other interesting historical buildings in the area.

Your last visit today takes you to the amazing Malta Experience, a state-of-the-art audio visual show. The venue is housed within a 17th century monumental building known as the Sacra Infermeria meaning Holy Hospital and was built by the Order of St. John. The entrance leads onto an exterior terrace which has fabulous views of the Grand Harbor and beyond. The superb purpose-built auditorium has a huge panoramic screen, language options, and gripping commentary bringing 7,000 years of island history to life.

Following the Malta Experience you will then make your way back to the port.

Please note:
Churches and cathedrals are closed to tourists on Saturday afternoons and Sundays. Therefore the order of itineraries may change according to the days of the week selecting. The Cathedrals are also closed on Mondays and Thursday. The order of the site visits can be changed at the discretion of the guide and subject to entrance timings.

All Heritage Malta Sites (most museums and sites) are closed on the following days: 24,25 and 31 December, 1 January and Good Friday.

What's Included

Air conditioned transportation
English speaking professional guide
St Johns Cathedral Entrance
Malta Experience Entrance

Considerations

Refreshments are not included.
Bring cash/local currency for any additional purchases on the day.
Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.

Special Instructions

There are opportunities to souvenir shop in the various villages, ask your guide on the day for advice on where to shop.
Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Bring everything you need for a half day of touring - sunglasses, sunhat, sunscreen, water bottle and camera.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.

Tour Times: 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 13:00 PM

Hassle-free

Cancellation

4 hours (approx.)

Private Tour

Moderate

Valletta and Malta Experience

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Meeting and Pickup

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