Malta · Walking Tours

Valletta Walking Tour & Guided Tour Of St. John's Co-Cathedral (3+ Hours)

4 Hours Round trip from Valletta Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage city
  • 02 Walk past major landmarks and hidden side streets
  • 03 Visit Upper Barrakka Gardens and Palace Square
  • 04 See the Grand Master’s Palace from outside
  • 05 Enjoy a guided tour inside St. John’s Co-Cathedral
  • 06 Learn about the Knights of Malta and Valletta’s history
  • 07 View Caravaggio’s The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist

Discover Valletta, Malta’s magnificent capital, on a guided walking tour through one of Europe’s most remarkable UNESCO World Heritage cities. As you explore its grand streets, hidden corners, and historic landmarks, you’ll learn how the city was founded, how it evolved over the centuries, and the stories of the Knights of Malta and later British influence that shaped it.

The experience concludes with a guided visit inside St. John’s Co-Cathedral, a spectacular 16th-century church renowned for its richly decorated interior, remarkable treasures, and unique history. Among its highlights is Caravaggio’s masterpiece, The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, making this tour an excellent way to experience both Valletta’s streets and one of its most celebrated monuments.

Discover Valletta, Malta’s magnificent capital, on a guided walking tour through one of Europe’s most remarkable UNESCO World Heritage cities.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Valletta
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Barracca Gardens

Grand Master's Palace (from outside)

St. John's Co-Cathedral

Tour of the St. John's Co-Cathedral

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Valletta 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Local guide

What's Not Included

  • TIP OR GRATUITY
  • ENTRY OR ADMISSION FEE
  • BUS FARE
  • FOOD AND DRINKS

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
  • Guiding is done by a fully qualified, licensed, and experienced local guide.
  • Important Information:
  • Meeting Point: In front of the new parliament building, at the main entrance to the city ( google location ). Your guide will have the City Walking Tours Malta sign or umbrella.
  • Start Time: 10:00 a.m.
  • Duration: 3+ hours
  • The entrance fee to the St. John’s Co-Cathedral is not included in the price, the tickets can be purchased on spot on the day of the tour. This price of the ticket is: €15 (adults), €12 (seniors 60+ years), €12 (student), children under 12 years are free of charge when accompanied by an adult (price of tickets can change without prior notice).
  • Public buses as well as the various hop-on hop-off bus companies operate to Valletta City Gate. There is also a multi-story car park just outside City Gate.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Valletta, MT
Tour start
Valletta, MT
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Valletta.

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