Malta · MDINA & RABAT TOURS

The 15 Best Mdina & Rabat Tours

63 tours  ·  from $7

The walled town is free to walk and worth a guide for the doorways. These 15 cover Mdina, the Rabat catacombs and the cliffs beyond, with prices, pickup points and a note on which ones run at sunset.

Malta: Highlights of Malta & Mdina Full Day Tour with Lunch - St. Cataldus Catacombs and Rabat’s underground history
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Malta: Highlights of Malta & Mdina Full Day Tour with Lunch

1.Highlights of Malta & Mdina Full Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,688 reviews · 8 hours · from $79Our pick

Spend eight hours touring Malta by air-conditioned bus, with hotel pickup, a licensed guide, lunch, and wine included. Walk Mdina’s medieval lanes, enter St. Cataldus Catacombs, see Dingli Cliffs, visit San Anton Gardens and Mosta Rotunda, then browse Ta’ Qali’s local crafts. Guides may speak English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, or Polish.

“Very interesting tour with a good guide and a lovely lunch with wine”

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Malta: Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour with Catacombs - Starting outside Mdina Gate
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Malta: Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour with Catacombs

2.Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour with Catacombs

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,126 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $29

Spend 2.5 hours with an English-speaking licensed guide in Mdina and Rabat. Expect narrow medieval streets, Palazzo Falzon, Greek’s Gate, Mdina Cathedral, St. Paul’s Grotto, catacombs, and World War II shelters. Guides such as Matthew, Carmel, Mario, and Dylan are known for clear storytelling and local detail. Entrance fees are included.

“Very informative tour. Matthew was a wonderful guide, professional and a wealth of knowledge. We wish we had him for other tours in the area.”

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Malta: Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Botanical Gardens - What the guide adds inside the Silent City
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Malta: Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Botanical Gardens

3.Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Botanical Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 991 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Spend four hours exploring Malta’s medieval Mdina, the sea views at Dingli Cliffs, and San Anton Gardens. A licensed guide leads the visits in English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and drop-off included. Expect history, architecture, gardens, and a tightly timed route.

“Elizabeth was an amazing guide! she had so much in depth knowledge and made it so interesting to learn about the history of Malta!”

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Mdina and Rabat: Guided City Walking Tour - Entering Through Mdina’s Main Gate
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Mdina and Rabat: Guided City Walking Tour

4.Mdina and Rabat: Guided City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 549 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Walk through Mdina and Rabat with a licensed English-speaking guide. Learn how Malta’s former capital grew from Roman roots, see noble palaces and churches, and explore Rabat’s old quarter. Guides such as Nadine, Angela, Charlotte, Marisa, and Ernest are praised for clear storytelling, local tips, and an easy pace.

“Charlotte was so lovely. she was very knowledgeable and made the tour interesting. the time flew in! It was nice to be in a small group and would definitely recommend”

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Mdina and Rabat Insider's Tour - Rabat, where the old city becomes a living town
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Mdina and Rabat Insider’s Tour

5.Mdina and Rabat Insider’s Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 528 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Top rated

Spend about two and a half hours walking Mdina and Rabat with Chris, a licensed guide born and raised in Rabat. Expect medieval streets, churches, palaces, local stories, architectural details, and practical restaurant advice. The small group format keeps the pace personal, though church and museum entry fees are extra.

“Fantastic tour of Mdina n Rabat! Our guide Chris was knowledgeable, engaging, and brought the city’s history to life with fascinating stories and hidden gems - every street, doorway, and stone seemed to have a story. From medieval fortifications to hidden corners only a local would know, we saw and learned so much more than we ever could on our own. If you want to truly understand Mdina’s n Rabat's rich past and enjoy a walk through one of Malta’s most magical cities, I couldn’t recommend this tour highly enough.Even our 11 year old enjoyed the tour very much.”

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Valletta: Vintage Bus to Valletta, Sliema, Rabat & Mdina - Sliema and St. Julian’s: useful stops, not the main event
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Valletta: Vintage Bus to Valletta, Sliema, Rabat & Mdina

6.Vintage Bus to Valletta, Sliema, Rabat & Mdina

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 433 reviews · 1 day · from $9Best value

Use a restored classic Maltese bus to travel between Valletta, Sliema, St. Julian’s, Mdina, and Rabat on Wednesday or Friday. This is transport with character, not a guided sightseeing tour. Sunday follows a separate Valletta to Marsaxlokk schedule. Plan around the limited departures, then explore each stop independently.

“A good way to see places of interest in Malta, a bit like hop on hop off bus in London, the vintage bus do get a lot of attention too! Value for money when visiting Malta ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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Malta: Mdina and Rabat Tour with Local Guide - Starting outside Mdina’s main gate
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Malta: Mdina and Rabat Tour with Local Guide

7.Mdina and Rabat Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $24

Meet your English-speaking guide outside Mdina’s main gate for a 2.5-hour walk through Malta’s old capital and neighboring Rabat. Chris brings local stories, family connections, restaurant tips, and humor to the palaces, cathedral, bastions, and St. Paul’s Basilica. Bring water, good shoes, and clothing suited to the weather.

“Chris was awesome, humble and knowledgeable with many details about Medina and Rabat. He is actually a local with many memories tying home to the area which gave the tour a unique vibe. Highly recommend :D”

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Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour inc. Catacombs and St. Paul's Grotto - Rabat’s churches, convents, and local streets
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Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour inc. Catacombs and St. Paul’s Grotto

8.Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour inc. Catacombs and St. Paul’s Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Walk from Mdina Gate through Rabat and Mdina with an English-speaking guide, visiting the Wignacourt Museum’s catacombs, WWII shelters, and St. Paul’s Grotto. Guides such as Mario, Matthew, Carmel, and Dylan bring Malta’s rulers, languages, architecture, and folklore to life. Expect stairs, uneven floors, and a group of up to 25.

“Knowledgeable guide who had some wonderful insights into Mdina & Rabat. The underground war bunkers & catacombs were of special interest. Well worth the money for a 2 1/2 hour tour”

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Mdina: Valletta Waterfront Area, Mdina, and Rabat Night Tour - Valletta’s bastions and the Grand Harbour
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Mdina: Valletta Waterfront Area, Mdina, and Rabat Night Tour

9.Valletta Waterfront Area, Mdina, and Rabat Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 302 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Travel from Valletta to Rabat and Mdina after dark with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned bus, and a live guide in English, German, French, or Italian. You’ll see the Grand Harbour waterfront, walk quiet medieval streets, and enjoy Mdina’s lantern-lit lanes and bastion views. Comfortable shoes are essential.

“The guide was lovely and showed us around some of the better sights and inside some amazing buildings. The weather wasn't great at all, unfortunately, but we still went ahead with the tour. The night time tour made the areas a lot quieter and the views amazing, if it wasn't for the storm and low visibility, totally worth the time and locations. Of note: this was mostly a walking tour, so comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothes are recommended. Hoods recommended, umbrella optional, on the hills of Mdina and Rabat, the wind might make it less than useful..”

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Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers - Rabat and St. Cataldus show Malta below ground
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Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers

10.Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 299 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $80

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Malta with a licensed guide, visiting Mdina, Rabat’s St. Cataldus Catacombs, Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta’ Qali and Mosta Rotunda. Lunch and a glass of wine are included, along with transport and entry fees. Guides such as Elizabeth, John and Josephine have earned especially warm praise.

“Well organised and timed visits during the day to avoid the busiest times. Thank you to our driver and guide.”

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Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta' Qali & Mosta guided tour - Rabat and the St. Cataldus Catacombs
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Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta’ Qali & Mosta guided tour

11.Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta’ Qali & Mosta guided tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 248 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $80

Spend about eight hours touring Malta by air-conditioned vehicle, with guided visits to Mdina, Rabat’s St. Cataldus Catacombs, Mosta Rotunda, San Anton Gardens, Ta’ Qali and Dingli Cliffs. Guides such as Anna, John, Vince and Marisol bring the history to life. Lunch is included, but the large group and quick stops may not suit everyone.

“Lots of sights to see and really interesting guide knowledge. However I think there should be an activity rating, as there was many with mobility issues”

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Malta: Rabat, Mdina, & San Anton Gardens Tour - San Anton Gardens and the presidential palace
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Malta: Rabat, Mdina, & San Anton Gardens Tour

12.Rabat, Mdina, & San Anton Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 243 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

See three of Malta’s most important inland sights in four hours: San Anton Gardens, St. Paul’s Catacombs in Rabat, and medieval Mdina. An English-speaking guide such as Mario or Daiva leads the way, with hotel pickup, transport, and catacomb admission included. Expect a useful first look, but a fairly brisk pace.

“Experienced tourist guide, excellent and well behaved drivers. The tour had everything as was described.”

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Mdina and Rabat - City Walking Tour - Palaces, convents, churches, and stone façades
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Mdina and Rabat – City Walking Tour

13.Mdina and Rabat – City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24

Meet your licensed guide at Mdina’s Main Gate for a two-hour walk through the Silent City and Rabat’s old quarter. Guides such as Nadine, Mary, Angele, Vishna, and Ernest have led tours praised for clear storytelling and a good pace. Headsets help you hear in crowded streets, and the walk ends near St. Paul’s Square.

“Lovely knowledgeable guide. Great pace!! Would recommend. Prompt, experienced guide with a wealth of information.”

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Malta: Dingli Cliffs & Buskett Gardens Segway Tour - Learning to ride before the roads
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Malta: Dingli Cliffs & Buskett Gardens Segway Tour

14.Dingli Cliffs & Buskett Gardens Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 117 reviews · from $74

Start at Dingli Police Station for a safety briefing and Segway practice, then ride through Dingli village, Buskett Gardens, and the cliffs near Malta’s highest village. English-speaking guides such as Matthew, Damian, and Luca add local history, plant knowledge, photo stops, and sunset views. Transport is extra, and riders must be at least 12.

“Matthew was a great guide, super cool and showed us a little extra things here and there… He was super patient when learning how to use the Segway and showed us all his tips and tricks. The ride was fun and he also explained a bit of Malta’s history in each spot we visited. Would definitely do it again and recommend it to everyone. Even if you’re a bit scared, Segways are super safe and your guide will be sure to show you how to ride it!”

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Half-Day Tour of Mosta, Ta'Qali Crafts Village & Mdina - Mosta and the dome that survived a bomb
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Half-Day Tour of Mosta, Ta’Qali Crafts Village & Mdina

15.Half-Day Tour of Mosta, Ta’Qali Crafts Village & Mdina

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 110 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

You’ll visit Mosta’s Church of St. Mary, Ta’Qali’s craft workshops, and Mdina with a licensed guide in English, German, French, or Italian. Hotel or nearby pickup, transport, and church entry are included. Expect a brisk schedule, especially in Ta’Qali and Mdina.

“It was good seeing the countryside and the guide was able to tell us something of life in Malta. I liked the convenient pickup and drop-off points and the fact that I didn't need to worry about where to alight from the bus. Negatives are - not enough time to see things properly. We were supposed to go to three craft outlets at Ta'kali - we didn't get to the ceramic outlet and we only had about 20 minutes each at the other two. They were spaced out between each other so it's not as though we could have walked between one and the other. When we got to Mdina,…”

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