Valletta and Birgu Private Tour

Valletta and Birgu Private Tour

A bespoke private tours service with 30 years of knowledge in the tourism industry! Malta Shoreline Excursions is dedicated in delivering a memorable private tour experience. Our guides are passionate and view their work as a vocation rather than just a job.

Visit some of the most prominent sites in Valletta and Birgu. Your personal guide will cater to your needs and interests while providing you with an in depth understanding of Malta's culture, history and way of life.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Valletta City Gate, Triq Ir-Repubblika, Valletta, Island of Malta Malta

Just outside the walled city of Valletta, one will find the Triton fountain, recently restored to its former glory. Walk over the bridge of the walled city moat and see the contrast between old and new architecture within the city as you come across the Parliament building. Meanwhile your guide will provide you with detailed explanations of your surroundings.


Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Royal Opera House, Republic St, Valletta, Malta

Stroll around Republic Street and Merchant street, Valletta's two main roads which run parallel to one another. Admire the ruins of the Royal Opera House. Learn about the history and understand who occupied Malta at different periods in time, while admiring the auberges and buildings as you pass.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: St. John's Co-Cathedral, St. John Street, Valletta, Island of Malta Malta

The unique St John's Co Cathedral is not to be missed. The walls, ceilings and floor are beautifully ordained with gold leaf, marble and rich tapestries. The Cathedral is also home to famous paintings by the great Caravaggio. As you walk around the building, your guide will provide you with ample information of what you are seeing.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: St George Square, Republic Street, Valletta, Island of Malta Malta

Walk around St George's square & republic square and learn about the Palace with it's traditional balconies.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Grandmaster's Palace, Republic Street, Valletta, Island of Malta VLT 1191 Malta

Visit one of Valletta's most prominent buildings as your guide provides you with a detailed background on the Knight's of St John

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Upper Barrakka Gardens, Battery Street, Valletta, Island of Malta VLT 1220 Malta

Enjoy a stroll around the beautiful Upper Barrakka Gardens, which boasts beautiful views of the Grand harbour and fortifications. Your guide will talk about the surroundings, history and culture of Malta.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Grand Harbour, Malta

Cross over to Birgu the fortified city opposite Valletta by boat and admire the Grand Harbour and fortifications

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Birgu (Vittoriosa), Birgu (Vittoriosa), Island of Malta

Walk through Couvre Porte entrance to the city of Birgu

Pass By: Inquisitor's Palace, Main Gate Street Triq Il-Palazz Ta' L-Isqof, Birgu (Vittoriosa), Island of Malta 1023 Malta

See the exterior of the Inquisitors Palace and learn about the inquisition and the Knight's of St John.

Pass By: Birgu (Vittoriosa), Birgu (Vittoriosa), Island of Malta

Walk through the area known as Il Collachio comprising of narrow streets and beautiful auberges

Stop At: Fort St Angelo, Birgu Waterfront, Birgu (Vittoriosa), Island of Malta Malta

Walk along the waterfront and admire the fortifications of Fort St Angelo. Built by the Knight's of St John to protect the island against invaders.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: St. Lawrence's Church, Triq San Lawrenz, Birgu (Vittoriosa), Island of Malta Malta

Admire the picturesque church of St Lawrence. If the church is open, one can even spend a few moments to visit the interior of the church