St. John's Co-Cathedral (Kon-Katidral ta' San Gwann) Tours and Tickets

First thing in the morning is the best time of day to visit St. John's Co-Cathedral, as you’ll arrive before the majority of other visitors. If you can’t make it at opening time, come around 90 minutes before closing time, as the cathedral gets quieter again in the late afternoon.

Yes, St. John's Co-Cathedral has a dress code, as it’s a place of worship and a delicate historical building. You are asked to dress modestly, meaning no shorts or skirts above the knee, or bare shoulders—a wrap or shawl is available to borrow. Stiletto and narrow heels are prohibited.

Yes, you are allowed to take photos inside St. John's Co-Cathedral, provided you don’t use flash. The interior can be challenging to photograph due to its scale and gilded details. You will be competing with other visitors who are also trying to take a symmetrical photo without people in it.

St. John's Co-Cathedral is situated in the heart of Valletta, surrounded by other notable tourist attractions. You can follow your visit by exploring the city’s history and culture at nearby attractions such as the National Museum of Archaeology, the Palace Armoury, and the MUZA - the Malta National Community Art Museum.

Yes, you can visit St. John's Co-Cathedral independently without a guided tour. An audio guide, included with your ticket, allows you to learn about the building and its design at your own pace. A guided tour focusing on the cathedral’s bell tower is also available.

You'll generally need one hour to tour the St. John's Co-Cathedral. It takes roughly an hour to listen to the audio guide, but you may take longer if you want to take lots of photos or if you’re waiting to access limited-occupancy areas, such as the Oratory.