Malta · City Tours

4-Hour Mdina and Valletta Sightseeing Tour with Private Guide

4 Hours Round trip from Mdina Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Stroll through Mdina's ancient streets and admire panoramic views from Bastion Square
02 Discover Valletta's baroque charm, including St. John's Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens
03 Enjoy brief stops at historic palaces and lively Republic Street for shopping and sightseeing
04 Walk through Mdina's Main Gate into the "Silent City"

Explore two of Malta's most iconic cities in just four hours on this private half-day tour. Discover Mdina, the island's ancient capital, where quiet streets, timeless architecture, narrow alleys, and bastion views reveal centuries of noble heritage. Continue to Valletta, Malta's vibrant baroque capital, to visit St. John's Co-Cathedral, enjoy panoramic views from the Upper Barrakka Gardens, and stroll past historic palaces and lively squares. Perfect for travellers short on time but big on discovery.

Walk through the Main Gate into the "Silent City".

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Valletta, Mdina

Languages Bulgarian, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mdina and the Silent City's Historic Highlights

08:30 - Pickup from your hotel or cruise port by your guide and driver.

Stop 1: Mdina (approx. 1.5 hours).

Walk through the Main Gate into the "Silent City".
Visit St. Paul's Cathedral for an exterior view or a brief interior visit.
Stop at Bastion Square for a panoramic view of the island.
Visit Palazzo Falson, with optional entry if time permits.
Enjoy a brief stop for coffee or photo opportunities.

10:00 - Depart Mdina.

10:30 - Arrive in Valletta.

Day 02

Valletta's Baroque Landmarks and Harbour Views

Stop 2: Valletta (approx. 2 hours).

Walk through City Gate and Triton Fountain.
Visit the Upper Barrakka Gardens for views over the Grand Harbour.
Visit St. John's Co-Cathedral, home to Caravaggio's Beheading of St. John the Baptist.
Take a brief walk along Republic Street, passing shops and landmarks.
Optional drive-by of Auberge de Castille or the Grandmaster's Palace, depending on time.

12:30 - Drop-off at your hotel or cruise port.