Things to do in Malta
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Valletta Walking Tour: Grand Master's Palace & St. John's Cathedral★ 4.88 (3,186) · 3h
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Gozo & Blue Lagoon: Tuk Tuk Tour with Lunch & Boat Return★ 4.71 (1,792) · 7h
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Malta: Blue Lagoon & Gozo Cruise with Waterslide & 3-Hour Island Time★ 4.61 (2,124) · 7h
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Gozo & Comino: Blue Lagoon, Citadel & Santa Marija Day Trip★ 4.74 (1,791) · 7h 30m€ 45View ›
Gozo & Comino Blue Lagoon: Catamaran Day Trip with Bar★ 4.77 (1,500) · 4h–7h€ 36View ›
Blue Lagoon Catamaran Malta: 2–3 swimming stops daily★ 4.49 (1,297) · 6h€ 65View ›
Malta: Private Boat Tour Blue Lagoon, Comino & Crystal Lagoon★ 4.95 (1,296) · 2h€ 159View ›
Gozo: Full-Day Jeep Tour & Private Boat Transfer with Lunch★ 4.43 (1,191) · 6h€ 80View ›
Malta: Self-Drive Electric Car Tour of Three Cities & Birgu★ 4.77 (887) · 2h 30m€ 48View ›
Malta: Blue Lagoon & Comino Caves Cruise with Swim & Slide★ 4.70 (840) · 7h€ 30View ›Top rated (10)
Malta Private Sailing Charter: Blue Lagoon, Comino & BBQ LunchYou’ll set sail from Valletta’s Grand Harbour with a local skipper, passing St. Paul’s Islands before anchoring at Comino for swimming and snorkelling in crystal-clear bays like Blue Lagoon. A fresh BBQ lunch is cooked right on board while you relax on deck. It’s a day that feels both peaceful and full—one you’ll probably replay in your head later.
Malta Half-Day Sailing Charter & Bay ExplorationYou board a small yacht with a skipper and a handful of others, choose your destination bay from four options, and spend four hours sailing, swimming, or learning to handle the wheel yourself. Snorkeling gear and paddle boards are on board; water is provided. You can bring your own food or skip it. Evening charters can include a night harbour tour instead of a full sail. The return time depends on which departure you pick — morning ends at 12:30pm, evening at 10:30pm.Is it for me?Right for people who want to actually sail or swim in clear water without a fixed itinerary or a crowd — the skipper adjusts the day to what you want, and the small-group format means you're not one of thirty people on a tour boat.
Gozo Private Day Tour: Ġgantija Temples, Cliffs & CitadelYou’ll wander ancient Ġgantija Temples before most groups arrive, stroll seaside cliffs near Xlendi with salty wind on your face, get lost in Victoria’s Citadel alleys, and find quiet at Mixta Cave overlooking Ramla Bay—all with a local driver who actually listens to what you want from your day.
Malta Private Full-Day Tour: Valletta, Blue Grotto & MdinaYou get picked up from your hotel and driven through Malta's main sights — the Three Cities, Marsaxlok's fishing harbor, the Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim's ancient temples, Mdina, and Dingli Cliffs — with a local driver who knows the roads and shares cultural context as you go. The itinerary is yours to shape: eight hours covers everything, five or six hours means choosing your top priorities. Hotel return is included in the total time, and bottled water comes with the ride.Is it for me?This works best if you want to see Malta's main sights in one day without navigating public transport or renting a car — the driver handles the route, timing, and local knowledge, which is what makes fitting five or six major stops into a single afternoon actually possible.
Flyboard in Malta: Learn to Fly Above WaterFlyboarding in Malta is a 45-minute water sport session where you learn to operate a jet-ski-powered board that launches you into the air. After a 15-minute safety briefing and dry-land instruction, a personal instructor guides you through 30 minutes in the water using a communication helmet so you can hear corrections in real time. Children from age 10 are welcome; weight must fall between 30kg and 100kg.Is it for me?Book this if you're starting from elsewhere in Malta and want one-to-one instruction that adapts to your pace—the instructor handles all water logistics and safety, so you just show up.
Valletta Hidden Histories Tour: Scandal & IntrigueThis 2.5-hour walking tour through Valletta follows a documented 17th-century sea captain's story as your guide—a Maltese historian in authentic period costume—leads you past the Grand Master's Palace, St. John's Co-Cathedral and Lower Barrakka Gardens, stopping at the off-beaten streets and hidden corners most visitors miss. The tour dives into the scandal, desire and intrigue that shaped Valletta's Golden Age, told through the lives of knights, courtesans and nuns. Minimum age is 14; the route includes stairs down to the gardens and requires a good grasp of English to catch the layered storytelling.Is it for me?This is a shared walking tour led by a guide in character, so you're following their pace and their narrative arc—it suits someone who wants the real Valletta and doesn't mind mature, darker stories told with drama and humor. If you prefer a quieter, more reverent walk through monuments or need to move at your own pace, a self-guided option would serve you better.
Malta: Catamaran Cruise, Comino Caves & Lunch with DrinksYou’ll slip into Malta’s easy rhythm on this catamaran cruise: sunbathing on bean bags as you pass Valletta’s walls, swimming off Comino’s quieter coves, sharing a fresh lunch with wine, then drifting home through Grand Harbour’s golden light. It feels personal—a day run by people who actually care if you’re comfortable.
Mdina & Rabat: Silent City Walking Tour with Local GuideYou walk the narrow streets of Mdina and Rabat with a guide who grew up there and holds a professional license. You see the main palaces and churches, plus the smaller details locals notice. The tour includes access to convents and the hidden corners of both towns, and the moderate pace means you need decent fitness for the uneven medieval streets.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Mdina and Rabat beyond the main sights — a local guide who actually lives there removes the guesswork about what's worth your time and why these towns still matter after centuries.
Kayaking Gozo and Comino: Guided cave adventure Blue LagoonA half-day guided kayak adventure from Gozo to Comino explores sea caves, hidden bays, rock formations and the Blue Lagoon, with 2.5 hours of paddling and a 30-minute swimming break at a secluded bay. The route changes based on weather and sea conditions to ensure the safest experience. All kayak equipment, life vests and a dry bag are provided; the guide teaches basics if needed and takes photos throughout the trip.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want to explore Comino before the afternoon crowds arrive; the afternoon slot suits a free day after other activities. Either way, the route adapts to that day's weather and sea conditions, so you're always paddling where it's safest and most scenic.
Malta & Gozo Private Day Tour: Temples, Mdina & Blue GrottoYou’ll walk centuries-old streets in Mdina, taste flaky pastries fresh from a hidden bakery window, watch painted fishing boats in Marsaxlokk’s busy harbor, and stand above the Blue Grotto as sea air whips past. With a private driver guiding you between ancient temples and dramatic cliffs, this day trip from Malta or Gozo feels both easygoing and quietly unforgettable.
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Valletta Scavenger Hunt: Self-Guided Walking Tour with PuzzlesA self-guided scavenger hunt through Valletta where you download an app, solve riddles at 10+ major sites, and walk a 3.4km route at your own pace with no fixed schedule or guide waiting for you. Start anytime 24/7, pause for a pastizzi or a rest, and resume whenever you're ready—your access lasts a full year. The app includes local restaurant and shop tips, optional audio narration in six languages, and stories about each landmark's history and legends.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to explore at your own pace without a guide—you control when you start, where you pause, and can even resume the next day if you'd rather break it into two visits.
Valletta: Mysterium Fidei Monastery & Secret Garden TourYou enter a cloistered monastery in Valletta's heart that was closed to the public for four centuries. The audio tour takes you through original kitchens, bedrooms, and a crypt, then into a walled garden where nuns grew their own food and where cats still live. Plan for about an hour inside; the quiet and the smallness of the spaces are what make it feel real.Is it for me?Right for travelers exploring Valletta who want something quieter than the main attractions—a real monastery, not a museum recreation, where you move at your own pace with an audio guide. Expect to spend about an hour inside; the narrow spaces and low ceilings are part of what makes it feel authentic, not cramped.
Malta: Classic Car Museum Ticket & Live Restoration WorkshopYou’ll wander among beautifully restored classic cars in Qawra’s Malta Classic Car Collection, watch real mechanics at work through the glass, and maybe catch yourself lost in memories or daydreams. Your admission ticket gets you straight inside—no waiting—and everything’s accessible for wheelchairs or strollers. It’s not just for car buffs; it’s for anyone curious about Malta’s quirks and history on four wheels.
Valletta: Black Friars Oratories Entry Ticket & 300-Year AccessYou’ll walk through doors closed to visitors for centuries at Valletta’s Black Friars Experience—exploring two hidden oratories, rare silver relics, and a basilica filled with sacred art. Hear stories from local guides and catch small details—the scent of incense, sunlight on stone—that stay with you long after you leave.
3 Cities Tour Cospicua: Fortifications & Harbour ViewsA guided walking tour of Cospicua and Vittoriosa in the 3 Cities area, led by a professional guide in English, that follows the waterfront and the fortified streets built by the knights before Valletta was constructed. The tour covers the Collacchio neighbourhood, the city's escape route, and the oldest fortress in the harbour, which held Caravaggio and later served as British Navy headquarters. You meet the guide at the ferry landing on the 3 Cities side after crossing from Valletta.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour led by a guide who handles the history and the route, so it suits anyone who wants the stories behind the streets without building an itinerary or navigating alone. The fixed pace and the guide's knowledge of the fortifications and escape routes make it the right choice if you want to understand what you're walking through, not just pass by it.
Mdina and Rabat walking tour: Medieval streets with guideA two-hour guided walking tour of Mdina and Rabat, Malta's former capital and its historic suburb, led by a licensed English-speaking guide through palaces, churches, convents and typical streets. The walk covers both towns without backtracking, ends at St. Paul's Square in Rabat, and is wheelchair accessible throughout. Entrance fees to museums or churches are not included.Is it for me?Most walking tours of Mdina leave you navigating the narrow streets on your own or guessing which palaces and churches matter. A licensed guide who knows the layout means you see the palaces, convents and religious sites worth stopping for without wasting time on the streets that lead nowhere, and the route is planned so both towns fit into two hours without backtracking.
Valletta Harbour Cruise: Grand & Marsamxett Harbours with Fort HistoryYou board at Sliema ferry and spend the afternoon on the water, passing Fort St Elmo, the 3 Cities, and Fort St Angelo while a guide explains the 1565 and 1942 sieges and other harbour landmarks. The boat does the navigation; you get the views and the history without arranging transport or timing yourself.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to understand Valletta's forts and harbour history without walking or arranging separate transport — the boat gets you close to things land tours can't reach, and the guide handles the storytelling. Expect to be on the water the whole time, which is exactly what makes the views and the history click into place.
Valletta Dark History Walking Tour & Ghost StoriesYou walk through Valletta's streets hearing about Jean de Valette's real history, a 16th-century ghost who threw parties in the 1990s, a lovesick murderer's letter, and over a hundred boys who entered a church and vanished. The tour includes the statue of the founder, a haunted house, a metal hook tied to Admiral Nelson, and a grotesque statue with hidden meaning. You're moving the whole time through hills and steps, so wear shoes you can walk in.Is it for me?Book this if you want the darker side of Valletta's history — the ghosts, the murders, the disappearances — told by someone who knows where it all happened and why it still matters. The walking pace and hills mean you're not sitting in a bus; you're standing in the actual streets where these stories took place.
Valletta Walking Tour: UNESCO Capital with Expert GuideThis is a guided walking tour of Valletta, Malta's UNESCO-listed capital, led by a licensed guide in English over two and a half hours. You'll walk the main streets past the Grand Master's Palace and Upper Barrakka Gardens, learn how the city evolved from its Knights of Malta origins, and see the Auberges and historic buildings that line Merchant Street. Groups stay under 25 people, and headsets are provided so you can hear the guide clearly as you move through the city.Is it for me?The small group size and headsets mean you stay connected to the guide's stories even on crowded streets, which matters if you want to understand what you're looking at rather than just pass by the landmarks. Book this if you're new to Valletta and want the history and layout explained before you explore on your own.
Valletta Harbour Cruise from Sliema: 90 minutes, no crowdsYou’ll board in Sliema and sail past Valletta’s legendary fortifications, slip quietly into hidden creeks, and get close-up views of the Three Cities—all with local stories drifting through your headphones. Expect salty air, sun-warmed stone, and a glimpse into everyday Maltese life from the water.
