Top Malta Walking Tours

Valetta is a walkable city, but it’s easy to get turned around and lost when exploring independently. This walking tour showcases the highlights of the historic city, from St. John's Co-Cathedral to the Upper Barrakka Gardens, and includes the services of a guide who can provide commentary while keeping you on track.

Malta’s ancient capital is best explored on a walking tour, but large group tours can be crowded and impersonal. This guided smaller group tour of Rabat and Mdina is limited to just 25 participants, ensuring plenty of time to take in the highlights, including the Wignacourt Museum, Catacombs, and St. Paul's Grotto, with a local guide to provide enriching commentary.

This walking tour takes you around Valletta's most iconic and picturesque locations. During this short trip, you will get the chance to see city's most stunning architecture, be captured by its fascinating history, and learn more about what makes Malta such a special and unique place. This tour brings to life a remarkable city through storytelling, providing insight to a place comprising a melting pot of cultures and which has been witness to a number of significant historical events. Through this tour you will learn not only of the city but its people and the events which shaped the Maltese identity.

Discover Malta’s “Three Cities,” a trio of villages that have been preserved over hundreds of years, on a guided tour. Join a small group and explore the villages, with a particular focus on Vittoriosa. Walk through the ancient streets to see the fortifications that were built by knights and enjoy views of the harbor.

With its golden-hued buildings, opulent churches, and baroque splendor, Malta’s capital city of Valletta is ideal terrain for a walking tour. Learn more about the UNESCO-listed city’s highlights—and delve into its history—when you explore on foot. Meet your guide in Valletta’s Freedom Square, and make your way to a number of its main landmarks, including the Barrakka Gardens, the Grandmaster’s Palace, and the Grand Harbor. As you explore, learn all about the city’s past from your guide’s commentary.

Explore the picturesque fishing village of Marsaxlokk and its traditional Sunday open market, travel to Zurrieq Valley to visit the marvellous Blue Grotto where you can also take an optional boat trip to the caves, end your tour with a walk at Qrendi, one of Malta’s unspoilt traditional villages.

Get a comprehensive overview of Malta's highlights in just one day when you book this jam-packed tour. Explore Mdina's ancient streets, St. Cataldus Catacombs, and Dingli Cliffs. Visit the majestic Rotunda of Mosta and the tranquil San Anton Gardens. Finally, do some shopping at the Ta' Qali Artisan Village and enjoy a delicious lunch with a glass of wine.

Experience the flavors of Valletta with this food and culture walking tour in Malta. Your guide will meet you and your group at an easy to find location, and then your tour will begin. You’ll not only try lots of different local street foods, but you’ll also hear about local culture, too, by visiting gardens, main landmarks, and more.

See the sights of Valletta on a 3-hour private walking tour with a guide who provides insight into the history and architecture of Malta's capital. Explore both the top attractions and less-visited locations in the city, hearing interesting facts as you go. Enjoy the personalized service of a private guide.

Experience the culture of Malta’s capital city through its cuisine during a food and walking tour that reveals Valletta’s top sights and bites. You’ll explore on foot for a more intimate glimpse into the Old Town, and discover dishes that you might otherwise have missed due to the language barrier. Plus, exploring in a small group limited to 10 people means you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide.

The historic town of Vittoriosa is best explored on a walking tour, but guided tours can be crowded and impersonal. This 3-hour small-group tour of Vittoriosa is limited to just 15 participants, ensuring plenty of time to take in all the highlights, including the Inquisitor’s Palace, Fort St. Angelo, and St. Lawrence Church.

Designed specifically for cruisers, this shore excursion package to Malta gives visitors a highlights tour of the island. Including stops at historical sites, cathedrals, gardens and palaces, get stuck into a jam-packed itinerary. Perfect for visitors who haven’t been to Malta before and would like an introduction to local history whilst seeing notable sights.

Getting out on the water is one of the best ways to explore Malta but big boat tours are often crowded and stick to fixed itineraries. This private boat charter is just for your group and allows you to customize the trip to your preferences. Visit the Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and more, dropping anchor far from the big crowds.

Join us on this fascinating half-day guided tour of Mdina, Dingli Cliffs, and San Anton Botanical Gardens, carefully designed to make your experience truly memorable. You start by visiting the ancient Medieval city of Mdina, renowned for its opulent palaces and fortifications, medieval and baroque architecture, and ancient heritage, this majestic city; also known as Città Vecchia (The Old City) or Città Notabile (The Noble City) is unquestionably one of the island's most evocative destinations. During this half-day tour, you will also visit Dingli Cliffs, at around 253 meters above sea level these cliffs represent the highest point of the Maltese islands, they propose a majestic sight with truly breathtaking views. You will end your tour with a visit to the gorgeous Botanical Gardens of San Anton which were built in the early 17th century by Grand Master Antoine de Paule.

This self-guided walking tour of Mdina traces the sieges, saints, and secrets hidden in plain sight throughout Malta's Silent City. You will hear stories of the famous bluffs which held the Ottomans back, see the influence of different rulers on the city and learn about the apostle who changed the city forever. Using the app, you can walk at your own pace through honey-coloured lanes where Knights of Saint John once rode. Stand on the bastions where defenders answered Ottoman taunts with cheese, trace Napoleon's uprising from the room where he slept, and pass the gate Ned Stark rode through in Game of Thrones. No fixed start time. Pause whenever you want. Available in 9 languages with offline access, and a full refund guarantee. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours. Built for travelers who want the stories behind the stones, not a rushed group schedule. A bonus Rabat extension adds catacombs and pastizzi with 2 optional stops for Game of thrones fans.

Malta’s cuisine and history are deeply intertwined, both reflecting the island’s rich and diverse past. This engaging walking tour blends culture with street food, offering a unique way to explore Valletta while tasting authentic Maltese delicacies. Your local guide will bring the city’s history to life with fascinating stories and hidden details you might otherwise miss. Stroll through Valletta’s charming streets, passing iconic landmarks such as Republic Street, Castille Square, Merchants Street, Upper Barrakka Gardens, and the old market. Along the way, discover traditional bars and side streets while indulging in local favourites such as the famous “Pastizzi,” Maltese appetisers, sweets, and drinks. This experience is perfect for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike, providing valuable insights into Malta’s culinary heritage. Your guide will also share recommendations on must-try dishes, ensuring you make the most of your time on the island.

Create your dream Malta adventure with a private driver tour tailored just for you. Explore southern gems like Valletta, Marsaxlokk, and the Blue Grotto, or discover northern wonders such as Mdina, Mosta, and Dingli Cliffs. With a knowledgeable local driver, maximize your time and minimize hassle as you uncover Malta's history, culture, and natural beauty. Note: places visited will depend on the length of time chosen; shorter tours will not visit every destination listed below.

Valletta is an old city, with dark stories to tell. This walking tour begins at the statue of Jean de Valette behind the Royal Opera House. You’ll discover the truth about this legendary and fearsome man, the founder of Malta’s capital – and how he didn’t actually like Malta. You’ll also discover how the ghost of 16th Century knight Oliver Starkey haunted a house in the 1990s, and how he’s still causing trouble there today. See the place where people were once punished in public, and learn why a large metal hook found in a Valletta side street has a link to the famous British Admiral Lord Nelson. You’ll also hear the shocking letter a lovesick man sent to the woman he was obsessed with, shortly before he murdered her, and learn why hundreds of boys entered a church – but didn’t come out alive. All this, and more, on The Dark History of Valletta tour. Please note that Valletta has hills and steps so a reasonable amount of fitness is required

The Three Cities is a collective description of the three fortified cities of Cospicua, Vittoriosa and Senglea. The oldest of the Three Cities is Vittoriosa, which has existed since the Middle Ages. The other two cities, Senglea and Cospicua, were both founded by the Order of the Knights of Saint John in the 16th and 17th centuries respectively. During this half-day tour, you will have the opportunity to appreciate these unique historical fortified cities and admire magnificent churches, traditional piazzas, incredible fortifications, and architectural treasures found all around the Three Cities area, pieces of living history kept alive by hundreds of years of preservation!

This tour is ideal for those guests who want to visit Malta’s southern region and experience some of its most interesting highlights in just one day, carefully designed to make your day a truly memorable one.

Experience the different influences on life in Malta through its food on this shared food tour of Valletta. Walk with your guide around the capital city of Valletta as they show you the different foods that make up Maltese cuisine and how they represent the history of the city and country. Places on this small-group tour are limited to 15 travelers and participants must be at least 16 years old.

Discover Valletta through its flavors on our Food Tour, a delightful journey through the historic streets of Malta’s capital. Taste the dishes locals love, from traditional Maltese specialties to Mediterranean-inspired bites, paired with regional drinks. Each stop is carefully selected to introduce you to authentic Maltese culinary traditions, highlight beloved local eateries, and create a memorable food experience shaped by Valletta’s rich history. Your guide is a passionate local foodie, a friendly expert who shares insider tips, explains each dish, and tells the stories behind every bite. Do Eat Better Experience tours combine high-quality gastronomy with a cultural walk, offering a true taste of local life. To keep the experience personal, we welcome only small groups, ensuring full attention for every guest. Please note: the tour runs in English; other languages are available upon request.

Discover the historic centre of Valletta and St. John’s Co-Cathedral on this half-day walking tour in Malta. Learn about the history of Valletta as you walk with your guide, taking in palaces, churches, and gardens along the route. Finish with a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed St. John’s Co-Cathedral, including a viewing of Caravaggio's masterpiece ‘The Beheading of St. John the Baptist.’