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Group enjoying drinks at an outdoor café on a Valletta food tour.
Statue of Queen Victoria in front of the National Library, Valletta Food Tour.
Group toasting with drinks at a table during Valletta food tour.
Parliament House in Valletta, Malta, with people walking nearby on a sunny day.
Visitors walking on a bridge towards Valletta's historic city gate during a food tour.
Group enjoying drinks at an outdoor café on a Valletta food tour.
Statue of Queen Victoria in front of the National Library, Valletta Food Tour.
Group toasting with drinks at a table during Valletta food tour.
Parliament House in Valletta, Malta, with people walking nearby on a sunny day.
Visitors walking on a bridge towards Valletta's historic city gate during a food tour.
Group enjoying drinks at an outdoor café on a Valletta food tour.
Statue of Queen Victoria in front of the National Library, Valletta Food Tour.
Group toasting with drinks at a table during Valletta food tour.
Parliament House in Valletta, Malta, with people walking nearby on a sunny day.
Visitors walking on a bridge towards Valletta's historic city gate during a food tour.
Food Tours
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Guided Walking Food Tour in Valletta

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3 hr 30 min
Guided tour
  • Explore the rich culinary heritage and culture of the UNESCO-listed city of Valletta on this small-group walking food tour.
  • With a licensed English-speaking guide, learn about the history of Malta as you soak up the city's architectural marvels like the notable Triton Fountain.
  • This experience includes visits to local family-run businesses, not typically included in standard tours, to try authentic Maltese favorites.
  • Sip on infused coffee and ‘Kinni’, and taste pastizzi, fried date pastries, ftira bread, and much more.
  • Explore the rich culinary heritage and culture of the UNESCO-listed city of Valletta on this small-group walking food tour.
  • With a licensed English-speaking guide, learn about the history of Malta as you soak up the city's architectural marvels like the notable Triton Fountain.
  • This experience includes visits to local family-run businesses, not typically included in standard tours, to try authentic Maltese favorites.
  • Sip on infused coffee and ‘Kinni’, and taste pastizzi, fried date pastries, ftira bread, and much more.

Inclusions

  • 3.5-hour walking food tour in Valetta
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Floriana
  • Triton Fountain
  • Renzo Piano Project
  • Grand Harbour
  • Tip: Greet the locals by saying 'bongu' (good morning) or 'bonswa' (good evening) as you meet them on this tour.
  • This tour is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
  • This tour is not suitable for pets.
  • This tour is restricted to guests aged 13 and under.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Woman sitting on a stone wall overlooking Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral in the background.
Aerial view of Triton Fountain in Valletta, Malta, with people gathered around.
Visitor overlooking Valletta harbor from Upper Barrakka Gardens, Malta.
Valletta Parliament Building exterior during half-day guided tour in Malta.
Interior of St. John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta, featuring ornate gold decorations and detailed frescoes.
Valletta ornate cathedral interior with gilded walls and detailed frescoes.
Pathway leading to Lower Barrakka Gardens monument in Valletta, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colorful street in Valletta with traditional Maltese balconies, part of the Half-Day Guided Tour.
Street view in Valletta with statues and historic buildings.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome, tourists taking photos, Malta.
Woman sitting on a stone wall overlooking Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral in the background.
Aerial view of Triton Fountain in Valletta, Malta, with people gathered around.
Visitor overlooking Valletta harbor from Upper Barrakka Gardens, Malta.
Valletta Parliament Building exterior during half-day guided tour in Malta.
Interior of St. John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta, featuring ornate gold decorations and detailed frescoes.
Valletta ornate cathedral interior with gilded walls and detailed frescoes.
Pathway leading to Lower Barrakka Gardens monument in Valletta, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colorful street in Valletta with traditional Maltese balconies, part of the Half-Day Guided Tour.
Street view in Valletta with statues and historic buildings.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome, tourists taking photos, Malta.
Woman sitting on a stone wall overlooking Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral in the background.
Aerial view of Triton Fountain in Valletta, Malta, with people gathered around.
Visitor overlooking Valletta harbor from Upper Barrakka Gardens, Malta.
Valletta Parliament Building exterior during half-day guided tour in Malta.
Interior of St. John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta, featuring ornate gold decorations and detailed frescoes.
Valletta ornate cathedral interior with gilded walls and detailed frescoes.
Pathway leading to Lower Barrakka Gardens monument in Valletta, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colorful street in Valletta with traditional Maltese balconies, part of the Half-Day Guided Tour.
Street view in Valletta with statues and historic buildings.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome, tourists taking photos, Malta.
Guided Tours
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Valletta Guided Walking Tour with Access to St. John’s Cathedral

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4 hr
Transfers included
Hotel pickup
  • Beat the traffic and explore Valletta on foot with a licensed guide. Feel the pulse of the city, easily navigate crowded lanes, and find local haunts.
  • With hotel transfers taken care of, savor an audio-visual film about Malta and a view of the three cities from the Upper Barraka Gardens, hassle-free.
  • Saunter over the ornate tombs of 400 Knights right before you set your eyes on Caravaggio’s greatest masterpiece at St. John’s Co-Cathedral.
  • Don’t let language be a barrier! Dive into 5 decades of city history with a tour guide who speaks English, German, Italian, Spanish, or Polish.
  • Beat the traffic and explore Valletta on foot with a licensed guide. Feel the pulse of the city, easily navigate crowded lanes, and find local haunts.
  • With hotel transfers taken care of, savor an audio-visual film about Malta and a view of the three cities from the Upper Barraka Gardens, hassle-free.
  • Saunter over the ornate tombs of 400 Knights right before you set your eyes on Caravaggio’s greatest masterpiece at St. John’s Co-Cathedral.
  • Don’t let language be a barrier! Dive into 5 decades of city history with a tour guide who speaks English, German, Italian, Spanish, or Polish.

Inclusions

  • 4 hour guided tour of Valletta
  • Roundtrip hotel transfers
  • Entry ticket to St. John’s Cathedral
  • Guided tour of St. John’s Cathedral
  • Licensed guide available in English, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish, and French (optional)
  • Admission to an audio-visual show

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Tip: If you want to witness the firing of 400-year-old canons, book your tour any day between Monday to Saturday. The Upper Barrakka Gardens commemorate the canons that protected the city with a little ceremony.
  • Dress modestly. Cover your shoulders and knees to visit the Cathedral.
  • Wear your most comfortable shoes, as this experience requires a fair amount of walking on uneven cobblestone streets.
  • Leave your luggage at home as this venue doesn’t have storage rooms.
  • Pets are not allowed for this experience.
  • This experience is suitable for pram/stroller users.
  • Your Polish guided tour can get canceled if a minimum number of 12 people do not make the group. In such cases, you can either opt for an English-speaking guide or request a full refund.
  • Note that at times the commentary may be provided by a multilingual guide, depending on operational circumstances.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome and spire, Malta.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome, tourists taking photos, Malta.
Aerial view of Triton Fountain in Valletta, Malta, with people gathered around.
Valletta Parliament Building exterior during half-day guided tour in Malta.
Pathway leading to Lower Barrakka Gardens monument in Valletta, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colorful street in Valletta with traditional Maltese balconies, part of the Half-Day Guided Tour.
Street view in Valletta with statues and historic buildings.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome and spire, Malta.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome, tourists taking photos, Malta.
Aerial view of Triton Fountain in Valletta, Malta, with people gathered around.
Valletta Parliament Building exterior during half-day guided tour in Malta.
Pathway leading to Lower Barrakka Gardens monument in Valletta, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colorful street in Valletta with traditional Maltese balconies, part of the Half-Day Guided Tour.
Street view in Valletta with statues and historic buildings.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome and spire, Malta.
Valletta skyline with St. Paul's Cathedral dome, tourists taking photos, Malta.
Aerial view of Triton Fountain in Valletta, Malta, with people gathered around.
Valletta Parliament Building exterior during half-day guided tour in Malta.
Pathway leading to Lower Barrakka Gardens monument in Valletta, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colorful street in Valletta with traditional Maltese balconies, part of the Half-Day Guided Tour.
Street view in Valletta with statues and historic buildings.
Guided Tours
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Valletta Half-Day Guided Tour with Audio-Visual Show

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4 hr
Transfers included
Hotel pickup

######Highlights

  • Dive into the baroque splendour and rich history of Valletta on a guided half-day adventure in Malta's UNESCO gem.
  • Your effortless adventure includes free hotel transfers, an expert guide and an enlightening History of Malta screening.
  • Stop by the Grand Master’s Palace where the Grand Masters of the Knights of Malta lived until the eighteenth century.
  • Up the scenic heights of Upper Barrakka Gardens await the postcard-worthy views of the Grand Harbour for your eyes to feast on.

######Need to know

  • Tip: Try to witness the ceremonial firing of the cannons, a tradition held daily at noon and 4pm at the Upper Barrakka Gardens.
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible or suitable for those with mobility issues.

######Highlights

  • Dive into the baroque splendour and rich history of Valletta on a guided half-day adventure in Malta's UNESCO gem.
  • Your effortless adventure includes free hotel transfers, an expert guide and an enlightening History of Malta screening.
  • Stop by the Grand Master’s Palace where the Grand Masters of the Knights of Malta lived until the eighteenth century.
  • Up the scenic heights of Upper Barrakka Gardens await the postcard-worthy views of the Grand Harbour for your eyes to feast on.

######Need to know

  • Tip: Try to witness the ceremonial firing of the cannons, a tradition held daily at noon and 4pm at the Upper Barrakka Gardens.
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible or suitable for those with mobility issues.

Inclusions

  • Half-day guided exploration of Valletta
  • Expert guide
  • Round-trip hotel transfers
  • Audio-visual show

Inclusions

  • Half-day guided exploration of Valletta
  • Expert guide
  • Round-trip hotel transfers
  • Audio-visual show
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Red double-decker bus for Malta Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with passengers boarding.
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Hop-on hop-off bus in front of a historic church in Malta.
Hop-on-hop-off tour bus in front of a historic building in Malta.
Tourists on an open-top bus viewing Mdina, Malta during a hop-on-hop-off tour.
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Red double-decker bus on Malta Hop-On Hop-Off tour passing through historic stone archway.
Red double-decker bus for Malta Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with passengers boarding.
Tourist taking photos on Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with historic church in background.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of a historic church in Malta.
Hop-on-hop-off tour bus in front of a historic building in Malta.
Tourists on an open-top bus viewing Mdina, Malta during a hop-on-hop-off tour.
Red sightseeing boat on Malta's waters for hop-on hop-off tour.
Red double-decker bus on Malta Hop-On Hop-Off tour passing through historic stone archway.
Red double-decker bus for Malta Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with passengers boarding.
Tourist taking photos on Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with historic church in background.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of a historic church in Malta.
Hop-on-hop-off tour bus in front of a historic building in Malta.
Tourists on an open-top bus viewing Mdina, Malta during a hop-on-hop-off tour.
Red sightseeing boat on Malta's waters for hop-on hop-off tour.
Hop-on Hop-off Tours Valletta
4.1(320)

City Sightseeing: Malta Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Harbor Cruise

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€22.50

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Free cancellation

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Extended validity
Flexible duration
Audio guide

4.1/5

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Moris Manna

Moris

Jun 2025
Verified booking
4/5
It was a comprehensive tour along the north route on the island of Malta. I wasn't sure whether to do it or not, but it was 100% worth it. Get ready for a long trip (over 3 hours and à half, without hopping off...). I would recommend to do the first 2-3 days upon arrival to have a good overview.
Hiro

Hiro

Apr 2025
Verified Partner Review
4/5
Did this with my partner. The buses were mostly on time, except in Valletta where we waited like 25 mins. Otherwise, really handy way to get from A to B. The commentary made us laugh—lots of random facts about knights and pirates. Not all stops are marked well, so keep your map handy.
Lars

Lars

Mar 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Took the hop-on hop-off bus with my wife last March. Honestly, I was a bit skeptical but turned out to be a SUPER easy way to get around Malta. We spent most of the day jumping off at random stops (Mdina was my fave, btw). The drivers were friendly and let us know when we were about to miss our stop (oops). Commentary was a bit cheesy but learned a few things. Only downside—some of the headphones didn’t work, but we just swapped seats. Weather was perfect for sitting up top! Would totally do it again.
Routes
FREQUENCY60 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREITS Roundabout (Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout) at 8:30 AM
LAST DEPARTUREITS Roundabout (Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout) at 1:30 PM
FREQUENCY30 to 60 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREBugibba (Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel) at 8:00 AM
LAST DEPARTUREBugibba (Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel) at 2:30 PM
Timeline
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ITS Roundabout (Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)

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St. George's Bay (CitySightseeing route stage)

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Westin Dragonara

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Hilton Roundabout

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Spinola Bay

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Balluta Bay (Opposite Balluta Church)

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Sliema Seafront (Opposite Prelune Hotel)

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Sliema Ferries

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Opposite Bayview Hotel (City Sightseeing Outlet)

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Valletta City Centre

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Valletta - Malta Experience/Fort St. Elmo

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Valletta Waterfront Terminus

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Vittoriosa Waterfront

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Esplora Science Centre

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Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

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Ghar Dalam Cave

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Blue Grotto

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Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Temples

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Bugibba (Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)

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Bugibba (Pebbles Hotel)

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Bugibba Jetty (Seatrips Outlet)

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Bugibba Centre (Opposite HSBC)

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Bugibba (Santana Hotel)

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Malta National Aquarium

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Qawra Palace Hotel (Bus Stop Opp. Hotel)

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Qawra Seafront (Opposite City SightSeeing Outlet)

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Bellavista Hotel

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ITS Roundabout (Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)

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St. George's Bay (CitySightseeing route stage)

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Westin Dragonara

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Hilton Roundabout

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Spinola Bay

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Balluta Bay (Opposite Balluta Church)

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Sliema Seafront (Opposite Prelune Hotel)

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Sliema Ferries

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Opposite Bayview Hotel (City Sightseeing Outlet)

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Valletta City Centre

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Valletta Waterfront Terminus

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Farsons Brewery Experience

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San Anton Gardens

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Mosta Church

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Ta' Qali - Aviation Museum

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Valetta Glass

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Mdina Glass

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Ta' Qali Artisan Village

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Mdina Main Gate

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Skorba

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Golden Bay

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See Malta’s best across the North & South routes and upgrade for a cruise to film sets.

  • Get a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass and explore Malta’s top landmarks at a flexible pace.
  • As buses arrive within 30 to 60 minutes, you can visit up to 38 attractions spread across two routes – North & South.
  • Want to learn more about Malta’s history and culture? Put on audio commentary available in 13 languages as you soak up open-top views of the city.
  • Buy local glasswork at the Ta' Qali Crafts Village, marvel at the shimmering walls of the Blue Grotto & explore much more on this trip.
  • Upgrade to a harbor cruise that takes you to nearby islands while offering live commentary in English and German.

See Malta’s best across the North & South routes and upgrade for a cruise to film sets.

  • Get a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass and explore Malta’s top landmarks at a flexible pace.
  • As buses arrive within 30 to 60 minutes, you can visit up to 38 attractions spread across two routes – North & South.
  • Want to learn more about Malta’s history and culture? Put on audio commentary available in 13 languages as you soak up open-top views of the city.
  • Buy local glasswork at the Ta' Qali Crafts Village, marvel at the shimmering walls of the Blue Grotto & explore much more on this trip.
  • Upgrade to a harbor cruise that takes you to nearby islands while offering live commentary in English and German.

Inclusions

  • 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Access to North & South routes
  • Harbor cruise (based on option selected)
  • Live cruise commentary in English & German (based on option selected)
  • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Finnish, and Maltese (on the bus)
  • Free Wi-Fi (on the bus)

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

North Route (Purple Route)
Soak up Malta’s sun, shoreline, and top attractions as you cruise down the North Route on this open-top bus tour.
Popular stops: Malta National Aquarium, San Anton Gardens, Ta' Qali Crafts Village

South Route (Red Route)
Want to dive into the natural gems and ancient history of this island? Then spend your day exploring attractions along the South Route.
Popular stops: Ghar Dalam Cave, Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Temples

Harbor Cruise
Hop on this cruise and sail towards Manoel Island and explore the village of Kalkara, popular as the filming location for Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Schedule

  • Sliema Ferries - Departures

Timings: 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:45pm

  • Sliema Ferries - Arrivals

Timings: 12pm, 2pm, 4:15pm

  • Esplora, Kalkara - Departure/Arrivals

Timings: 11:40am, 1:30pm, 3:55pm

  • The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Each bus can only accommodate one wheelchair at a time.
  • Wheelchairs cannot be larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high. If your wheelchair exceeds these measurements, contact the operator, who will assist you.
  • You do not have to use your 2-day pass over 2 consecutive days. Once the ticket is scanned and you have spent 1 day sightseeing with the pass, you have five extra days within which you can use the next 1 day.
  • Please note that you must make use of your Harbor Cruise within 3 days from when you first scan your bus pass.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
  • These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
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Moris
Jun 2025Verified booking
4/5

It was a comprehensive tour along the north route on the island of Malta. I wasn't sure whether to do it or not, but it was 100% worth it. Get ready for a long trip (over 3 hours and à half, without hopping off...). I would recommend to do the first 2-3 days upon arrival to have a good overview.

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Alexandra-Eliza
Aug 2025Verified booking
3/5

Malta was beautiful...........

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Aleksandra
Jun 2025Verified booking
3/5

Too long distance for a Hop on Hop off / not enough buses (frequently) / only one direction of the buses

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Miroslaw
Aug 2025Verified booking
5/5

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Nahali-Weibel
Jun 2025Verified booking
4/5

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Jan
Jun 2025Verified booking
5/5

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Herczl
May 2025Verified booking
4/5

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Bruno
Jul 2025Verified booking
2/5

That were 2 different buslines that come only every hour. Not as in big cities like Rome and Athens, where you can hop on and hop off regularly They do not come nearby important acheologic sites like hypogeum or Taxien. Instead, they stop at big hotels that have only importance as you stay there.

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Marie-Josée
May 2025Verified booking
2/5

The Explanations were very rare and we had often half an hour with just nothing. Often we did not know in which village or City we were. No explanations. Twice that the honey came from a special bee from the Island. We had better Tour with Sight Seeing that you offer in other countries. Sorry. This was just a waste of time.

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Daniela
Jun 2025Verified booking
1/5

Too long, no connection, 3.5 hours of not hearing anything, too full and for the price! An imposition!

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Marcin
May 2025Verified booking
3/5

The Polish ersion of the audio guide is unfortunately unprofessional. Both the text and the narrator who reads the text, who is confused every now and then. In addition, the text is often read at the wrong time - it tells about something we can't see at the time... Unfortunately, the buses were not always on schedule due to traffic jams. I missed information about the real time of arrival of the bus at the stops - maybe it would be possible to do this in the app? It would make planning a tour easier for tourists.

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Hiro
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Did this with my partner. The buses were mostly on time, except in Valletta where we waited like 25 mins. Otherwise, really handy way to get from A to B. The commentary made us laugh—lots of random facts about knights and pirates. Not all stops are marked well, so keep your map handy.

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Sofie
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Honestly, such an easy way to see Malta without any planning. The drivers were joking with us and the weather was AMAZING. Would do again!

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Lina
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

We had a great day out with the hop-on hop-off. The sun was shining and we took a million pics from the open deck. The staff are super friendly. Don’t forget sunscreen!

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Mirko
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Took the bus with friends and had a great time. The top deck is the place to be if it’s sunny. Audio guide could be improved but overall a fun way to see Malta.

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Julie
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Did the bus tour solo and loved it. Weather was perfect and the staff were helpful. The map is kinda basic, so keep your phone handy.

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Luca
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

My girlfriend and I used this to see the Blue Grotto and Mdina. Super handy, but we had to wait 20 mins for the return bus at one stop. Bring a book just in case.

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Jose
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

First time in Malta, did the hop-on bus with my girlfriend. BEST way to see so many places in one day. We loved Mdina and stopped for pastries there (get the pastizzi!). Buses are clean. Commentary is a bit basic but helpful. Only wish the maps showed more food stops.

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Isak
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Never thought I’d love a bus tour but this was great. Malta is gorgeous and this is the easiest way to see it all. Staff are helpful and the commentary is decent.

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Chloe
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Went on a whim and wow—totally worth it. I sat upstairs for most of the ride and the views were EPIC! Not too crowded in April, which was great. Would do again.

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Carmen
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Went solo. Couldn’t believe how easy this made it to see the whole island. The staff were so nice when I lost my ticket—they printed me a new one. Five stars!

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Helena
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Loved being able to hop off and explore tiny villages. The driver even pointed out his favorite bakery. Super friendly crew!

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Khaled
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Enjoyed the day. The buses came pretty much on time. Some stops are a bit hidden so look for the red signs. Worth it if you want to see a lot in one go.

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Omar
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Did this solo. Super easy to figure out, didn’t need to ask anyone for directions. Some stops are a little far from the main sights, so be ready to walk a bit. Still, makes getting around a breeze.

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Nadia
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Loved the hop-on hop-off! Got to see all the big sights without stressing. The staff were super nice and the weather was PERFECT.

Hop-on hop-off bus in Malta with a tourist boarding, next to a knight's armor display.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of a historic church in Malta.
Hop-on-hop-off tour bus in front of a historic building in Malta.
Open-top tour bus on coastal road in Malta with passengers enjoying sea views.
Tourists on an open-top bus viewing Mdina, Malta during a hop-on-hop-off tour.
Visitors watching The Malta Experience audio-visual show in a dark theatre.
Headphones on theatre seat for The Malta Experience show.
Knight armor statue in front of The Malta Experience sign, Valletta.
Grand arched hallway in the Holy Infirmary, Malta, with chandeliers and a Maltese cross banner.
Hop-on hop-off bus in Malta with a tourist boarding, next to a knight's armor display.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of a historic church in Malta.
Hop-on-hop-off tour bus in front of a historic building in Malta.
Open-top tour bus on coastal road in Malta with passengers enjoying sea views.
Tourists on an open-top bus viewing Mdina, Malta during a hop-on-hop-off tour.
Visitors watching The Malta Experience audio-visual show in a dark theatre.
Headphones on theatre seat for The Malta Experience show.
Knight armor statue in front of The Malta Experience sign, Valletta.
Grand arched hallway in the Holy Infirmary, Malta, with chandeliers and a Maltese cross banner.
Hop-on hop-off bus in Malta with a tourist boarding, next to a knight's armor display.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of a historic church in Malta.
Hop-on-hop-off tour bus in front of a historic building in Malta.
Open-top tour bus on coastal road in Malta with passengers enjoying sea views.
Tourists on an open-top bus viewing Mdina, Malta during a hop-on-hop-off tour.
Visitors watching The Malta Experience audio-visual show in a dark theatre.
Headphones on theatre seat for The Malta Experience show.
Knight armor statue in front of The Malta Experience sign, Valletta.
Grand arched hallway in the Holy Infirmary, Malta, with chandeliers and a Maltese cross banner.
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Combo (Save 11%): The Malta Experience Tickets + Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Harbor Cruise

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€34.68

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Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Moris Manna

Moris

Jun 2025
Verified booking
4/5
It was a comprehensive tour along the north route on the island of Malta. I wasn't sure whether to do it or not, but it was 100% worth it. Get ready for a long trip (over 3 hours and à half, without hopping off...). I would recommend to do the first 2-3 days upon arrival to have a good overview.
Hiro

Hiro

Apr 2025
Verified Partner Review
4/5
Did this with my partner. The buses were mostly on time, except in Valletta where we waited like 25 mins. Otherwise, really handy way to get from A to B. The commentary made us laugh—lots of random facts about knights and pirates. Not all stops are marked well, so keep your map handy.
Lars

Lars

Mar 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Took the hop-on hop-off bus with my wife last March. Honestly, I was a bit skeptical but turned out to be a SUPER easy way to get around Malta. We spent most of the day jumping off at random stops (Mdina was my fave, btw). The drivers were friendly and let us know when we were about to miss our stop (oops). Commentary was a bit cheesy but learned a few things. Only downside—some of the headphones didn’t work, but we just swapped seats. Weather was perfect for sitting up top! Would totally do it again.

Settle in for a docu-show on Malta's past & set off on a tour to the city’s highlights.

  • Journey through centuries of Malta’s history at The Malta Experience and sightsee with a hop-on hop-off pass with this ultimate combo!
  • Explore 38 stops in the city with a multilingual audio guide by purchasing a 1/2-day hop-on hop-off pass, as buses arrive every 30 to 60 minutes.
  • Set sail on a harbor cruise with live commentary in English & German, and savor stunning views of Valletta’s forts and the blue ocean waters.
  • Pick from 17 languages and experience Malta’s history with a 45-minute docu-film that brings 7,000 years of the island’s fascinating story to life.
  • Enhance your experience with a guided tour of the Holy Infirmary, exploring the Knights of St John’s healthcare innovations and their hospital legacy.

Settle in for a docu-show on Malta's past & set off on a tour to the city’s highlights.

  • Journey through centuries of Malta’s history at The Malta Experience and sightsee with a hop-on hop-off pass with this ultimate combo!
  • Explore 38 stops in the city with a multilingual audio guide by purchasing a 1/2-day hop-on hop-off pass, as buses arrive every 30 to 60 minutes.
  • Set sail on a harbor cruise with live commentary in English & German, and savor stunning views of Valletta’s forts and the blue ocean waters.
  • Pick from 17 languages and experience Malta’s history with a 45-minute docu-film that brings 7,000 years of the island’s fascinating story to life.
  • Enhance your experience with a guided tour of the Holy Infirmary, exploring the Knights of St John’s healthcare innovations and their hospital legacy.

Inclusions

Malta Hop-on Hop-off

  • 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Access to North & South routes
  • Harbor cruise
  • Live cruise commentary in English & German
  • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Finnish, and Maltese (on the bus)
  • Free Wi-Fi (on the bus)

The Malta Experience

  • Entry to The Malta Experience (near Stop 19, Valletta City Centre, on North & South Routes)
  • 45-minute audio-visual show
  • English-guided tour of the Holy Infirmary (based on option selected)
  • Audio guides in English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Greek, Polish, Finnish, Swedish, Hungarian, Danish, Japanese, Hebrew & Maltese (at the show)

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

North Route (Purple Route)
Soak up Malta’s sun, shoreline, and top attractions as you cruise down the North Route on this open-top bus tour.
Schedule

  • First bus: 8am from Stop 1 (Bugibba (Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel))
  • Last bus: 2:30pm from Stop 1 (Bugibba (Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel))
  • Frequency: Every 30 to 60 minutes
  • Popular stops: Malta National Aquarium, San Anton Gardens, Ta' Qali Crafts Village

South Route (Red Route)
Want to dive into the natural gems and ancient history of this island? Then spend your day exploring attractions along the South Route.
Schedule

  • First bus: 8:30am from Stop 1 (ITS Roundabout (Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout))
  • Last bus: 1:30pm from Stop 1 (ITS Roundabout (Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout))
  • Frequency: Every 60 minutes
  • Popular stops: Ghar Dalam Cave, Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Temples

Harbor Cruise
Hop on this cruise and sail towards Manoel Island and explore the village of Kalkara, popular as the filming location for Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Schedule

  • Sliema Ferries - Departures

Timings: 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:45pm

  • Sliema Ferries - Arrivals

Timings: 12pm, 2pm, 4:15pm

  • Esplora, Kalkara - Departure/Arrivals

Timings: 11:40am, 1:30pm, 3:55pm

Malta Hop-on Hop-off

  • The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Each bus can only accommodate one wheelchair at a time.
  • Wheelchairs cannot be larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high. If your wheelchair exceeds these measurements, contact the operator, who will assist you.
  • You do not have to use your 2-day pass over 2 consecutive days. Once the ticket is scanned and you have spent 1 day sightseeing with the pass, you have five extra days within which you can use the next 1 day.
  • Please note that you must make use of your Harbor Cruise within 3 days from when you first scan your bus pass.

The Malta Experience

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Moris
Jun 2025Verified booking
4/5

It was a comprehensive tour along the north route on the island of Malta. I wasn't sure whether to do it or not, but it was 100% worth it. Get ready for a long trip (over 3 hours and à half, without hopping off...). I would recommend to do the first 2-3 days upon arrival to have a good overview.

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Alexandra-Eliza
Aug 2025Verified booking
3/5

Malta was beautiful...........

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Sue
May 2025Verified booking
5/5

A pro tip for future visitors

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Nahali-Weibel
Jun 2025Verified booking
4/5

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Jan
Jun 2025Verified booking
5/5

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Bruno
Jul 2025Verified booking
2/5

That were 2 different buslines that come only every hour. Not as in big cities like Rome and Athens, where you can hop on and hop off regularly They do not come nearby important acheologic sites like hypogeum or Taxien. Instead, they stop at big hotels that have only importance as you stay there.

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Marcin
May 2025Verified booking
3/5

The Polish ersion of the audio guide is unfortunately unprofessional. Both the text and the narrator who reads the text, who is confused every now and then. In addition, the text is often read at the wrong time - it tells about something we can't see at the time... Unfortunately, the buses were not always on schedule due to traffic jams. I missed information about the real time of arrival of the bus at the stops - maybe it would be possible to do this in the app? It would make planning a tour easier for tourists.

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Hiro
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Did this with my partner. The buses were mostly on time, except in Valletta where we waited like 25 mins. Otherwise, really handy way to get from A to B. The commentary made us laugh—lots of random facts about knights and pirates. Not all stops are marked well, so keep your map handy.

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Sofie
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Honestly, such an easy way to see Malta without any planning. The drivers were joking with us and the weather was AMAZING. Would do again!

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Lina
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

We had a great day out with the hop-on hop-off. The sun was shining and we took a million pics from the open deck. The staff are super friendly. Don’t forget sunscreen!

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Mirko
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Took the bus with friends and had a great time. The top deck is the place to be if it’s sunny. Audio guide could be improved but overall a fun way to see Malta.

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Julie
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Did the bus tour solo and loved it. Weather was perfect and the staff were helpful. The map is kinda basic, so keep your phone handy.

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Luca
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

My girlfriend and I used this to see the Blue Grotto and Mdina. Super handy, but we had to wait 20 mins for the return bus at one stop. Bring a book just in case.

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Jose
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

First time in Malta, did the hop-on bus with my girlfriend. BEST way to see so many places in one day. We loved Mdina and stopped for pastries there (get the pastizzi!). Buses are clean. Commentary is a bit basic but helpful. Only wish the maps showed more food stops.

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Isak
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Never thought I’d love a bus tour but this was great. Malta is gorgeous and this is the easiest way to see it all. Staff are helpful and the commentary is decent.

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Chloe
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Went on a whim and wow—totally worth it. I sat upstairs for most of the ride and the views were EPIC! Not too crowded in April, which was great. Would do again.

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Carmen
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Went solo. Couldn’t believe how easy this made it to see the whole island. The staff were so nice when I lost my ticket—they printed me a new one. Five stars!

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Helena
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Loved being able to hop off and explore tiny villages. The driver even pointed out his favorite bakery. Super friendly crew!

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Khaled
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Enjoyed the day. The buses came pretty much on time. Some stops are a bit hidden so look for the red signs. Worth it if you want to see a lot in one go.

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Omar
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Did this solo. Super easy to figure out, didn’t need to ask anyone for directions. Some stops are a little far from the main sights, so be ready to walk a bit. Still, makes getting around a breeze.

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Nadia
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

Loved the hop-on hop-off! Got to see all the big sights without stressing. The staff were super nice and the weather was PERFECT.

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Finn
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

We did this as a family and it was a hit! Kids loved sitting up top, and we didn’t have to worry about parking anywhere. The staff was helpful with our stroller. Would recommend for families.

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Jon
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5

We did the bus tour on a whim and LOVED it. Got to see Valletta, Mdina, beaches—all in one go. Staff was super chill and gave us tips on the best stops. Go early for less crowds.

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Oli
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

If you’re short on time, this is the way to go. Saw SOOO much in one day. Audio repeats a lot but we just chatted and watched the scenery. Good value.

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Kasia
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5

Nice way to see Malta. The weather was perfect and the staff were friendly. Only downside was the audio guide, a bit boring.