Valletta Tours | Uncover the Rich History of Malta's Capital

See Malta's sights from North to South & upgrade for a coastal cruise to film sets.

• From dramatic cliffs, temple ruins to pristine waters, see the best of Malta with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour that takes you to prime hotspots.
• Hop from 38 stops across two routes, with buses every 30-60 minutes making it easy to explore the North and South, as much as you like.
• A harbor cruise through Malta’s forts and sets of 'Game of Thrones' and 'Gladiator' is an ultimate brag-worthy travel upgrade you can't miss.
• You'll uncover Malta’s history with a 13-language audio guide, while onboard WiFi lets you share every highlight of your trip on the gram.
• Blue Grotto’s clear waters, Mosta Church’s 17th-century charm, and Golden Bay’s sunlit shores are highlights you must see on your Maltese trip.

Inclusions

• 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
• Access to South & North routes
• Harbor cruise (based on option selected)
• Live cruise commentary in English & German (based on option selected)
• Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Finnish & Maltese (on the bus)
• Free WiFi (on the bus)

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

South route: Red (Every Tue, Thu & Sun)

• First bus: 9:05am from stop#10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)
• Last bus: 2:05pm from stop #10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: Vittoriosa Waterfront, Blue Grotto & Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

North route: Blue (Every Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat)

• First bus: 8am from stop #1 (Bugibba – Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)
• Last bus: 2:30pm from stop #1 (Bugibba – Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)
• Frequency: Every 30 to 60 mins
• Popular stops: Qawra Seafront, Mosta Church & Golden Bay

Harbor cruise

• First cruise: 10:30am from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
• Last cruise: 2:45pm from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
• Frequency: Every 2 hours

• Most buses accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high.
• The 48-hour ticket can be used in 2 different 24-hour periods. Once the ticket is scanned and you have spent the first 24 hours, you have five extra days within which you can use the next continuous 24 hours.
• Specific details related to the harbor cruise in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
• These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.

Unlimited bus rides meet an immersive 5D show in this combo, great for entertainment lovers.

• Maximize savings with this combo: See Malta's history come alive with a 5D audio-visual show and explore the city with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour.
• Discover Malta’s journey from prehistoric temples to knightly victories through an epic portrayal of its history in a truly unforgettable 5D experience.
• The show is complete with ticklers, sprays, and an audio guide in 17 languages for you to pick from, giving you a sensory experience you won’t forget.
• Tour Malta’s sights from Vittoriosa to Golden Bay across two bus routes with 38 stops running every 30-60 minutes for 24/48 hours of flexible exploring.
• Stay connected with onboard WiFi, enjoy an audio guide, and upgrade to a guided harbor cruise to see the Gladiator filming spots around Malta’s landmarks.

Inclusions

5D Audio-Visual Show

• Entry to the Malta 5D audio-visual show (near stop #19 on South & North route)
• Audio guide in English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Turkish, Greek, Polish, Swedish, Hungarian, Chinese, Danish, Japanese, Hebrew & Norwegian

Malta HOHO

• 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by City Sightseeing
• Access to South & North routes
• Harbor cruise (based on option selected)
• Live cruise commentary in English & German (based on option selected)
• Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Finnish & Maltese (on the bus)
• Free WiFi (on the bus)

Malta HOHO

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

South route (Red)

• First bus: 8:30am from stop#10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)
• Last bus: 1:30pm from stop #10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: Vittoriosa Waterfront, Blue Grotto & Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

North route (Blue)

• First bus: 8am from stop #1 (Bugibba – Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)
• Last bus: 2:30pm from stop #1 (Bugibba – Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)
• Frequency: Every 30 to 60 mins
• Popular stops: Qawra Seafront, Mosta Church & Golden Bay

Harbor cruise

• First cruise: 10:30am from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
• Last cruise: 2:45pm from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
• Frequency: Every 2 hours

5D Audio-Visual Show

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• The entry ticket shall be valid for a one-time entry only, with no re-entry allowed.
• The show is not suitable for pregnant women and those with health conditions like high blood pressure, epilepsy, motion sickness, or heart, back, or neck issues.

Malta HOHO

• Most buses accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high.
• The 48-hour ticket can be used in 2 different 24-hour periods. Once the ticket is scanned and you have spent the first 24 hours, you have five extra days within which you can use the next continuous 24 hours.
• Specific details related to the harbor cruise in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Experience Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage City, alongside a local guide on this intimate walking tour with fewer than 10 participants.
• Observe 500-year-old architecture as you cross the must-see St. John's Co-Cathedral. Learn about the Knights of Malta, the creators of this incredible citadel.
• Explore the peaceful Barracca Gardens with stunning Grand Harbor views and discover the knights' auberges, homes for different Order of Malta langues.
• Walk through Valletta's hidden historic streets with your guide to learn about their defensive roles in World War II and the Great Siege of Malta.

Inclusions

• 2.5-hour walking tour of Valletta
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Small group of max 10 guests

• St. John's Co-Cathedral
• Grand Master's Palace
• Manoel Theatre
• St. Paul's Cathedral
• Main Square of Valletta
• Lower Barracca Gardens
• War Memorial
• Muza (Muża)
• Prime Minister's Office
• Upper Barracca Gardens

• Tip: Be sure to try local Maltese cuisine like pastizzi (savory pastries) and ftira (traditional Maltese bread).
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Beat the traffic and explore Valletta on foot with a licensed guide. Feel the pulse of the city, easily navigate crowded lanes, and find local haunts.
• With hotel transfers taken care of, savor an audio-visual film about Malta and a view of the three cities from the Upper Barraka Gardens, hassle-free.
• Saunter over the ornate tombs of 400 Knights right before you set your eyes on Caravaggio’s greatest masterpiece at St. John’s Co-Cathedral.
• Don’t let language be a barrier! Dive into 5 decades of city history with a tour guide who speaks English, German, Italian, Spanish, or Polish.

Inclusions

• 4 hour guided tour of Valletta
• Roundtrip hotel transfers
• Entry ticket to St. John’s Cathedral
• Guided tour of St. John’s Cathedral
• Licensed guide available in English, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish, and French (optional)
• Admission to an audio-visual show

Exclusions

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

• Tip: If you want to witness the firing of 400-year-old canons, book your tour any day between Monday to Saturday. The Upper Barrakka Gardens commemorate the canons that protected the city with a little ceremony.
• Dress modestly. Cover your shoulders and knees to visit the Cathedral.
• Wear your most comfortable shoes, as this experience requires a fair amount of walking on uneven cobblestone streets.
• Leave your luggage at home as this venue doesn’t have storage rooms.
• Pets are not allowed for this experience.
• This experience is suitable for pram/stroller users.
• Your Polish guided tour can get canceled if a minimum number of 12 people do not make the group. In such cases, you can either opt for an English-speaking guide or request a full refund.
• Note that at times the commentary may be provided by a multilingual guide, depending on operational circumstances.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Take a history-packed trip with a docu-show on Malta's past & a guided tour of a centuries-old hospital.

• Take two experiences for less! Journey through centuries of Malta’s history at The Malta Experience and sightsee with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off pass.
• Experience Malta’s history in 17 languages with a 45-minute docu-film that brings 7,000 years of the island’s fascinating story to life.
• Enhance your experience with a guided tour of the Holy Infirmary, exploring the Knights of St John’s healthcare innovations and their hospital legacy.
• Hop on a 24/48-hour bus tour along 38+ stops like Sliema Ferries and Ghar Dalam Cave, with a multilingual audio guide that tells fun stories.
• Upgrade to enjoy a harbor cruise with live commentary, and savor stunning views of Valletta’s forts and the blue ocean waters.

Inclusions

The Malta Experience

• Entry to The Malta Experience (near stop #19 on South & North route)
• 45-minute audio-visual show
• English-guided tour of the Holy Infirmary (based on option selected)
• Audio guides in English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Greek, Polish, Finnish, Swedish, Hungarian, Danish, Japanese, Hebrew & Maltese (at the show)

Malta HOHO

• 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by City Sightseeing
• Access to South & North routes
• Harbor cruise (based on option selected)
• Live cruise commentary in English & German (based on option selected)
• Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Finnish & Maltese (on the bus)
• Free WiFi (on the bus)

Malta HOHO

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

South route (Red)

• First bus: 8:30am from stop#10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)
• Last bus: 1:30pm from stop #10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: Vittoriosa Waterfront, Blue Grotto & Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

North route (Blue)

• First bus: 8am from stop #1 (Bugibba – Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)
• Last bus: 2:30pm from stop #1 (Bugibba – Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)
• Frequency: Every 30 to 60 mins
• Popular stops: Qawra Seafront, Mosta Church & Golden Bay

Harbor cruise

• First cruise: 10:30am from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
• Last cruise: 2:45pm from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
• Frequency: Every 2 hours

The Malta Experience

• This experience is wheelchair accessible.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Malta HOHO

• Most buses accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high.
  The 48-hour ticket can be used in 2 different 24-hour periods. Once the ticket is scanned and you have spent the first 24 hours, you have five extra days within which you can use the next continuous 24 hours.
• Specific details related to the harbor cruise in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Explore the rich culinary heritage and culture of the UNESCO-listed city of Valletta on this small-group walking food tour.
• With a licensed English-speaking guide, learn about the history of Malta as you soak up the city's architectural marvels like the notable Triton Fountain.
• This experience includes visits to local family-run businesses, not typically included in standard tours, to try authentic Maltese favorites.
• Sip on infused coffee and ‘Kinni’, and taste pastizzi, fried date pastries, ftira bread, and much more.

Inclusions

• 3.5-hour walking food tour in Valetta
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Food and drinks

• Floriana
• Triton Fountain
• Renzo Piano Project
• Grand Harbour

• Tip: Greet the locals by saying 'bongu' (good morning) or 'bonswa' (good evening) as you meet them on this tour.
• This tour is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• This tour is not suitable for pets.
• This tour is restricted to guests aged 13 and under.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.