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The 15 Best Walking Tours in Malta

60 tours  ·  from $8

Old towns here are built for feet and hostile to everything else. These 15 walks cover Valletta, Mdina, the Three Cities and Victoria, priced by length, with a note on the ones that involve real steps.

The Original Valletta Walking Tour - From the City Gate to the Royal Opera House ruins
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The Original Valletta Walking Tour

1.The Original Valletta Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,719 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $26Our pick

Walk through Valletta with a guide such as Matthew, Mario, Carmel, or Giulia, learning how the Knights of St John shaped Malta’s capital. See the New Parliament, Barrakka Gardens, St John’s Co-Cathedral, Grand Master’s Palace, and historic siege sites. The three-hour route is gentle, detailed, and limited to 25 people.

“Excellent tour. The guide was very knowledgeable and made the quite long tour enjoyable. Sorry forgot her name.”

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Valletta: 3-Hour Walking Tour - Starting beside Parliament and the Royal Opera House
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Valletta: 3-Hour Walking Tour

2.3-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,605 reviews · from $25

Spend three hours walking Valletta with a licensed English-speaking guide. See the Parliament, Auberge de Castille, St. John’s Co-Cathedral, Upper Barrakka Gardens, and Fort St. Elmo area. Guides such as Matthew, Carmel, Maria, and Julia explain Malta’s history, buildings, and customs. Entrance fees are not included.

“It was very good, didn’t realise Valletta had so much history. Our guide was excellent”

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Valletta: Guided City Walking Tour - Meeting at the City Gate
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Valletta: Guided City Walking Tour

3.Guided City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,256 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $24

Meet your English-speaking guide by Valletta’s City Gate and New Parliament Building, then walk through the fortress capital’s main squares, Auberges, palaces, churches, streets, and Barracca Gardens. Guides such as Marisa, Angela, Nadine, and John bring history to life with local stories, photos, humor, and practical food tips.

“Angele as absolutely amazing, so knowledgeable and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone. We normally don’t go for this tourist kind of thing but it was brilliant”

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Valletta: Street Food and Culture Walking Tour - Pastizzi and the first taste of Malta
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Valletta: Street Food and Culture Walking Tour

4.Street Food and Culture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,251 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Spend three hours walking Valletta with a licensed English-speaking guide such as Nadine, Ernest, Marissa, or Charlotte. Along the way, taste pastizzi, ftira, rabbit, Maltese sweets, Cisk lager, and Kinnie while learning how the city’s food connects to its past. Arrive hungry and wear comfortable shoes.

“Mirabel was an excellent guide, personable and knowledgeable. the food was great and varied so we learned about the city as well as the food.”

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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

5.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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Valletta: City Walking Tour in a Small Group - Meeting at the City Gate and Triton Fountain
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Valletta: City Walking Tour in a Small Group

6.City Walking Tour in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 957 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $24

Spend 2.5 hours walking Valletta with an English-speaking guide such as Karl, Chris, or Lorraine. See Renzo Piano’s City Gate and Parliament, Republic Street, St John’s Co-Cathedral, the main squares, palaces, Lower Barrakka Gardens, St Paul’s Cathedral, and the Grand Harbour view from Upper Barrakka Gardens. The group is small, the pace is comfortable, and the route runs rain or shine.

“Martha was a true delight on our tour of Valencia. She is a local who knows the city, the culture and did a wonderful job telling us the story of the city. To top it off, the wine tasting and tapas were excellent - everything was fresh, delicious and a nice selection of wines including Martha’s favorite white which she said was the “perfect breakfast wine”.”

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Valletta: Guided Walking Tour with Optional Cathedral Tour - Starting with Valletta’s fortified streets
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Valletta: Guided Walking Tour with Optional Cathedral Tour

7.Guided Walking Tour with Optional Cathedral Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 758 reviews · 4 hours · from $46

Spend four hours exploring Valletta with a licensed guide, from the Knights of St John’s fortifications to Upper Barrakka Gardens and Republic Street. Add St John’s Co-Cathedral for its lavish Baroque interior, then finish with the Malta Experience audio-visual show. Hotel pickup is included, but confirm your actual pickup time in advance.

“Fantastic Polish speaking guide which made my parents very happy. Very informative.”

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The Valletta Street Food and Culture Walking Tour - Pastizzi: the right first taste of Malta
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The Valletta Street Food and Culture Walking Tour

8.The Valletta Street Food and Culture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 711 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66

Start at Valletta’s New Parliament Building at 9:30 am for a small-group walk led by a licensed guide such as Ernest, Marisa, or Charlotte. Taste pastizzi, ftira, Kinnie, coffee, sweets, Cisk lager, and a changing local dish while learning how Malta’s past shaped its food.

“Great tour of Valletta with excellent guide and delicious food. The tour guide, Marisa, was excellent and highly informative. We loved it and highly recommend it.”

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Valletta: Maltese Food and Drink Guided Walking Tour - Starting beside the City Gate
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Valletta: Maltese Food and Drink Guided Walking Tour

9.Maltese Food and Drink Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 601 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Walk from Valletta’s City Gate through historic streets with an English-speaking guide such as Matthew or Julia. Stop for pastizzi, ftira, timpana, sweets, chocolate, and local drinks, with a generous final meal at an indoor food hall. Vegetarian menus are available when requested in advance.

“We had a great time trying some Maltese, traditional and current food selections. The locations were diverse from coffee shops to open market. The Maltese cuisine is adopted from many cultures so it does lack a bit of originality. In my opinion, it is worth taking this tour as a guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Malta, including some specific points in Valaretta that proved to be very interesting. Overall, it’s worth the time.”

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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

10.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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Valletta City Walking Tour - Starting at the New Parliament Building on Republic Street
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Valletta City Walking Tour

11.Valletta City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 395 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Walk through Valletta with a Malta Tourism Authority licensed guide, following Republic Street, the Upper Barrakka Gardens, Auberge d’Italie, Merchant Street, and St. George’s Square. Guides such as Marisa, Nadine, Mary, and Angele bring Malta’s past and present to life. Headsets may be provided, making it easier to follow in a group of up to 25.

“Good introduction to Malta and the history of the country. The tour wasn’t too long and were able to see most of the important sites in Valletta.”

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Valletta Walking Tour, In a Small Group - City Gate: meeting modern Valletta
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Valletta Walking Tour, In a Small Group

12.Valletta Walking Tour, In a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 370 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Explore Valletta with a licensed English-speaking guide in a small group of up to 10. The 2.5-hour walk links City Gate, Republic Street, Main Guard, Merchant Street, and Upper Barrakka Gardens, with lively stories about Malta, local customs, architecture, and useful tips for food and sightseeing.

“A realy enlightening storytelling, informative and delightful. Karl is a born entertainer, every word was at the right place and every step was with a purpuse. Thank you very much for the wonderful experience!”

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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

13.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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Valletta: Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour (Audio Guide) - From Tritons’ Fountain to the Upper Barrakka Gardens
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Valletta: Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour (Audio Guide)

14.Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour (Audio Guide)

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 251 reviews · 1 - 7 days · from $8Best value

Use the PopGuide app to explore Valletta in five languages, following a suggested 3 to 4-hour route through gardens, palaces, churches, and forts. Download the maps before setting out, then listen offline at your own pace. Your purchase also includes an audio tour of Mdina.

“The information about each point was good and interesting.”

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Valletta: Food Walking Tour with Tastings - Meeting beside Triton Fountain
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Valletta: Food Walking Tour with Tastings

15.Food Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 220 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $65

Walk Valletta with an English-speaking guide such as Romina, Chris, or Karl, stopping for pastizzi, sweets, drinks, and hearty Maltese food. The route covers the area near Triton Fountain, Republic Street, and Merchants Street, with history and local customs woven into each tasting. Come hungry, wear good shoes, and bring water.

“The tour was excellent. The tour guide, Chris, was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. It was clear how much he knew about the city, its history, and of course its cuisine. The tour provided a good balance of sightseeing, food and drink, and gentle exercise to burn some of it off - we would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Malta.”

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