Tour of Valletta – The Capital of Malta!
Excursion Overview:
Valletta, the capital of Malta and a UNESCO World Heritage site, is truly an open-air museum. Known as Il-Belt, Valletta is rich in history, with buildings dating back to the 16th century, constructed during the rule of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as the Knights Hospitaller. The city has a predominantly Baroque character, with elements of Mannerist, Neoclassical, and modern architecture spread across various areas, although World War II left significant marks on its landscape.
Valletta is named after Jean Parisot de la Valette, who successfully defended the island from an Ottoman invasion in 1565. The official name of the city, given by the Order of St. John, was Humilissima Civitas Valletta – The Most Humble City of Valletta, or Città Umilissima in Italian. The grandeur of its bastions, curtains, and ravelins, together with the beauty of its Baroque palaces, gardens, and churches, earned Valletta the nickname Superbissima – The Proudest City, from the ruling houses of Europe.
During this tour, you will walk through the lively streets of Valletta, immersing yourself in the city’s atmosphere before heading to the Barracca Gardens for a breathtaking panoramic view of the Grand Harbour. Your visit will continue with a stop at St. John’s Co-Cathedral, where you can admire the famous Caravaggio painting The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, considered one of his most important works and the only signed painting by the artist.
Finally, enjoy the show The Malta Experience, which offers an engaging overview of the island’s history, bringing to life the stories and events that have shaped Malta over the centuries.
Price for adults: €45
Price for children: €35 (3-12 years)
The prices include:
- Half-day tour of Valletta
- Entrance ticket to St. John’s Co-Cathedral
- Malta Experience show
- Multilingual guide