Things to do in Valletta

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Valletta which includes a sunset, heritage architecture and a city
Valletta which includes a sunset, heritage architecture and a city
Valletta featuring a coastal town and a sunset
Valletta featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes
Valletta showing a city, heritage architecture and a sunset
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City Sightseeing Malta Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Optional Harbour Cruise

City Sightseeing Malta Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Optional Harbour Cruise

Activity duration is 1 day
6.0 out of 10 with 136 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €28 per adult
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Malta: Ultimate Kayak Adventure

Malta: Ultimate Kayak Adventure

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €20 per adult
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Valletta: Street Food and Culture Walking Tour

Valletta: Street Food and Culture Walking Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €55 per adult
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Gozo & Comino Islands, Blue Lagoon & Seacaves Tour

Gozo & Comino Islands, Blue Lagoon & Seacaves Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €35 per adult
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Valletta: Guided Walking Tour with Optional Cathedral Tour

Valletta: Guided Walking Tour with Optional Cathedral Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €38 per adult
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Malta Experience

Enjoy a show at Malta Experience, a popular theatre in Valletta. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Malta Experience
View from inside of a cathedral in Valletta, Malta. The St. John’s Co-Cathedral is a cathedral decorated in baroque style. This is a view of the altar.

St. Johns Co - Cathedral

After visiting St. Johns Co - Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Valletta. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

St. Johns Co - Cathedral
Upper Barrakka Gardens featuring heritage architecture and a garden

Upper Barrakka Gardens

Perched above Valletta's Grand Harbour is an exquisite park of flowers and statues, from where a cannon salute is fired every day.

Upper Barrakka Gardens
Fort St. Elmo featuring heritage architecture

Fort St. Elmo

This battle-scared fortress has stood watch over Malta’s capital city for more than 400 hundred years. Learn about the historic sieges that took place here through dramatic reenactments.

Fort St. Elmo
Beautiful view from Sliema Ferry station to Valletta. If you stay in a hotel in Sliema it only needs 5 minutes with the Sliema Ferry to Valletta. Very fast and easy. A return ticket costs 2.80 Euro.

Sliema Ferry

Explore the waterfront in Valletta with a trip to Sliema Ferry. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Sliema Ferry
Casa Rocca Piccola showing a small town or village, street scenes and heritage architecture

Casa Rocca Piccola

Get a glimpse into the lives of an aristocratic Maltese family when you tour this 16th-century palace.

Casa Rocca Piccola
Manoel Theatre featuring heritage architecture and street scenes

Manoel Theatre

Tour this theater’s museum to familiarize yourself with more than 250 years of performances. Then sit back and enjoy a memorable opera or play.

Manoel Theatre
Streets of Valletta

Merchant Street Market

During your trip to Valletta, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Merchant Street Market. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Merchant Street Market
Walking through Valletta

Strait Street

During your trip to Valletta, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Strait Street. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Strait Street
Sliema

Sliema

Gzira

Gzira

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Paola

Kalkara featuring a coastal town and a bay or harbour

Kalkara

Photo by Johnny Voulgarakis

Floriana

Photo "Pieta" by Continentaleurope (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Continentaleurope (CC BY-SA)

Pieta

Grand Harbour featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and a coastal town

Senglea

Frequently asked questions

Is Valletta worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Valletta is explore St. Johns Co - Cathedral. Check this top sight off your agenda, then experience more of this area's history and festivals.
How do I spend a day in Valletta?
Once you've checked off top attractions like Grand Masters Palace and Saluting Battery, spend the rest of your day experiencing the food and retail options in Valletta.
What is the top tourist attraction in Valletta?
Don't leave without visiting St. Johns Co - Cathedral, ranked the top tourist attraction in Valletta.
Is three days enough to stay in Valletta?
Three days in Valletta is plenty of time to enjoy the city's major highlights. Many travellers book for four days on average. St. Johns Co - Cathedral, Grand Masters Palace and Manoel Theatre are among the most popular sights. Want to discover more? Hang around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots like St. Julian's.
Is Valletta a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and leading attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Valletta is a great destination to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between St. Johns Co - Cathedral and Grand Masters Palace. Then take a stroll through The Valletta Waterfront, located 2 kilometres from downtown, and San Pietru, which is roughly 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Valletta with kids?
Deciding what to do in Valletta with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or little ones, there are plenty of family-friendly sights to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Valletta for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or thrill seeker, there are lots of things to do in Valletta for adults including Knights Spectacular 1565 and Malta Toy Museum.
Are there free things to do in Valletta?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Valletta. If you need inspiration, get some tips from a local tour guide. St. Johns Co - Cathedral is a great spot for anyone wanting to save on their sightseeing activities.

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