Valletta Tours
Explore Malta's UNESCO capital on a Valletta tour. Walk baroque streets, visit St John's Co-Cathedral, Upper Barrakka Gardens and the Grand Harbour.
Valletta Tours guide
What to see in Valletta
Valletta packs centuries of history into a compact peninsula. St John's Co-Cathedral, with Caravaggio's masterpiece The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, is the headline sight. Upper Barrakka Gardens offers Grand Harbour panoramas and a daily cannon firing at noon.
Republic Street and the side lanes hide palaces, churches and museums. The Malta Experience audiovisual show gives useful context before a walking tour. Cruise passengers often combine a Valletta highlights route with Mdina or the Three Cities on a half-day shore excursion.
Walking tours vs private driver tours
Walking tours work well for the city centre — most key sights are within 20 minutes on foot. Private driver or small-group tours add comfort in summer and let you cover Barrakka, the waterfront and outer districts without steep climbs in the heat.
Many Valletta tours offer pickup from Sliema, St Julian's or the cruise port, with timed returns for ship passengers. Check each listing for meeting points, duration and whether cathedral entry fees are included.
Available Valletta Tours
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I spend in Valletta?
A half-day tour covers main sights; a full day allows museums, dining and harbour views.
Are walking tours available in Valletta?
Yes. Guided walking tours and private driver city tours are both popular options.
Can Valletta tours pick up from the cruise port?
Yes. Many tours offer Valletta cruise port pickup for shore excursion passengers.