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Highlights
- Join an English-speaking local guide on a 2.5-hour exploration through the historic Maltese areas of Mdina and Rabat, where you'll dive deep into their heritage with riveting stories.
- From Bastion Square in Mdina, enjoy panoramic island views before exploring St. Paul's Cathedral, renowned for its Baroque architecture.
- In Rabat, marvel at a 1st-century Roman Villa and navigate the expansive underground network of tombs known as St. Paul’s Catacombs from the 4th century.
- With your guide, discover hidden gems like where to enjoy 'pastizzi', a local street side snack, making you feel like a true insider in Malta.
- Did you know? Mdina, also called the 'Silent City', served as a filming location for the popular TV series Game of Thrones!
Your Experience
Kickstart your experience in the historic Mdina, once Malta's medieval capital. Your local English-speaking guide will lead you through its narrow streets, showcasing medieval and Baroque architecture. Bastion Square is a key stop with charming stone-paved alleys, while St. Paul’s Cathedral, just 250 meters away, stands as an impressive limestone structure featuring an octagonal dome.
Did you know? After the capital moved to Vittoriosa, Mdina became known as 'Silent City' due to its deserted state for a time.
Discover Rabat's Hidden Treasures
The tour continues in historic Rabat. Explore St. Paul’s Catacombs, an ancient network of tombs from the 4th century AD, before visiting the Roman Villa with its stunning mosaics and artifacts dating back to the 1st century BC. To cap off your journey, enjoy 'pastizzi', a delightful Maltese snack.
Itinerary
- Mdina
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Bastion Square
- Rabat
- St. Paul’s Catacombs
- Roman Villa
Inclusions & Exclusions
- A 2.5-hour guided exploration through Mdina and Rabat
- An expert, English-speaking local guide
- Personal expenses
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Must Know
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.
- The experience is wheelchair accessible and pets are allowed; however, strollers cannot be accommodated. Infants must not sit on laps or use infant seats during the tour.
- When visiting churches within Mdina, ensure your shoulders and knees are covered to adhere to the strict dress code.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 5 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide at Mdina Gate.
Address: VCM3+V9W, Mdina, Malta.
Guide Identifier: Meet your guide outside the Main Gate of Mdina just next to the playground. .
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Getting There
By Bus
The closest bus stop is Mdina. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.
Board buses #50, #202, #186, and more to get you there.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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