Valletta
City/town information
A visit to the capital, Valletta, is an absolute must. Bursting with history, magnificent attractions and things to see and do.
Founded by Jean de la Valette, the Grand Master of the Order of the knights of St. John who gave it its name, in 1566. The capital is full of architectural scenery. The city is protected by impenetrably thick walls which were built to defend it from the Ottoman invasion.
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Valletta
A visit to the capital, Valletta, is an absolute must. Bursting with history, magnificent attractions and things to see and do.
Founded by Jean de la Valette, the Grand Master of the Order of the knights of St. John who gave it its name, in 1566. The capital is full of architectural scenery. The city is protected by impenetrably thick walls which were built to defend it from the Ottoman invasion.
Sightseeing
Away from the main city streets, the vibrant Valletta Waterfront features a series of restored 18th century vaults that house cafes, bars, restaurants and shops with close views of the Grand Harbour.
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Valletta Waterfront
Valletta WaterfrontAway from the main city streets, the vibrant Valletta Waterfront features a series of restored 18th century vaults that house cafes, bars, restaurants and shops with close views of the Grand Harbour.
A 150-foot underground complex of tunnels and chambers, located beneath the Upper Barakka Gardensm ice geyser the headquarters from where Malta conducted its defence during World War 2.
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Lascaris War Rooms
A 150-foot underground complex of tunnels and chambers, located beneath the Upper Barakka Gardensm ice geyser the headquarters from where Malta conducted its defence during World War 2.
The peaceful Upper Barakka Gardens provide one of the most beautiful panoramic views in Malta, with a sweeping vista of the only natural harbour in the Mediterranean and the The Cities as its backdrop. It is also the site of several art, music and wine festivals throughout the year.
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Upper Barrakka Gardens
292 Triq Sant' OrslaThe peaceful Upper Barakka Gardens provide one of the most beautiful panoramic views in Malta, with a sweeping vista of the only natural harbour in the Mediterranean and the The Cities as its backdrop. It is also the site of several art, music and wine festivals throughout the year.
As the official seat of the Prime Minister, Auberge de Castille is not open to the public however, its exterior makes it a must-see on your tour of the capital. Built by the Order of St. John in the 16th century, it sits at the highest point of Valletta and is an architectural masterpiece.
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Auberge de Castille
As the official seat of the Prime Minister, Auberge de Castille is not open to the public however, its exterior makes it a must-see on your tour of the capital. Built by the Order of St. John in the 16th century, it sits at the highest point of Valletta and is an architectural masterpiece.
Formerly the Opera House, which was destroyed in World War 2, Pjazza Teatru is housed within the site’s ruins and as refurbished as part of Renzo Piano’s City Gate project. This open-ai performance space provides a diverse cultural programme, which reaches its peak during the summer months.
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Pjazza Teatru Rjal
Republic StreetFormerly the Opera House, which was destroyed in World War 2, Pjazza Teatru is housed within the site’s ruins and as refurbished as part of Renzo Piano’s City Gate project. This open-ai performance space provides a diverse cultural programme, which reaches its peak during the summer months.
Designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano between 2011 and 2015 as part of the City Gate Project, the striking limestone Parliament Building is the meeting place of the Parliament of Malta. Whole it’s largely closed off, there is much to observe from the street.
Parliament of Malta
Triq l-OrdinanzaDesigned by renowned architect Renzo Piano between 2011 and 2015 as part of the City Gate Project, the striking limestone Parliament Building is the meeting place of the Parliament of Malta. Whole it’s largely closed off, there is much to observe from the street.
With a range of artefacts dating back to Malta’s Neolithic period (5,000 BC) up to the Phoenician period (400 BC), this is the museum for history buffs. It offers a fascinating introduction to the pre-history and history of the Maltese islands, spanning around 7,000 years.
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National Museum of Archaeology
Republic StreetWith a range of artefacts dating back to Malta’s Neolithic period (5,000 BC) up to the Phoenician period (400 BC), this is the museum for history buffs. It offers a fascinating introduction to the pre-history and history of the Maltese islands, spanning around 7,000 years.
Widely considered as the jewel of Valletta, the world famous Co-Cathedral was commissioned in 1572 as the conventual church of the Order and completed I 1577. Designed by Maltese architect Giorlamo Cassar, its facade belies its lavish interiors, whose embellishment was largely entrusted to celebrated Italian artist, Mattia Preti. Among the Co Cathedral’s countless treasures is Cravaggio’s ‘Th Beheading of St John the Baptist’, completed in 1608 and displayed in the Oratory.
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St. John's Co-Cathedral
Triq San GwannWidely considered as the jewel of Valletta, the world famous Co-Cathedral was commissioned in 1572 as the conventual church of the Order and completed I 1577. Designed by Maltese architect Giorlamo Cassar, its facade belies its lavish interiors, whose embellishment was largely entrusted to celebrated Italian artist, Mattia Preti. Among the Co Cathedral’s countless treasures is Cravaggio’s ‘Th Beheading of St John the Baptist’, completed in 1608 and displayed in the Oratory.
As one of the oldest -working theatres in Europe, Teatru Manoel is a must visit.
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Teatru Manoel
Old Theatre StreetAs one of the oldest -working theatres in Europe, Teatru Manoel is a must visit.
Fort St. Elmo played a pivotal role in the Great Siege of 1565, though its history goes back to the late-13th century. It is now home to the National War Museum, which displays an extensive collection of items dating to prehistoric times, and military armour of the order of St. John and the Ottoman Turks, among others. It also sheds light on the island’s important role in World Wars 1 and 2.
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National War Museum - Fort St Elmo
St. Elmo PlaceFort St. Elmo played a pivotal role in the Great Siege of 1565, though its history goes back to the late-13th century. It is now home to the National War Museum, which displays an extensive collection of items dating to prehistoric times, and military armour of the order of St. John and the Ottoman Turks, among others. It also sheds light on the island’s important role in World Wars 1 and 2.
The 'Triton Fountain' is located just outside the city gate of the capital Valletta which consists of three large bronze tritons holding up a large basin and is one of Malta's most important Modernist landmarks.
Works in this Pjazza had started early in 2017 and the 'Triton Fountain' had been restored to its former glory.
Definitely worth to visit this spot and grab an ice-cream from one of the stalls surrounding the Pjazza.
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The Triton Fountain
Vjal NelsonThe 'Triton Fountain' is located just outside the city gate of the capital Valletta which consists of three large bronze tritons holding up a large basin and is one of Malta's most important Modernist landmarks.
Works in this Pjazza had started early in 2017 and the 'Triton Fountain' had been restored to its former glory.
Definitely worth to visit this spot and grab an ice-cream from one of the stalls surrounding the Pjazza.
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Food scene
A visit to Is-Suq Tal-Belt, housed within the original Valetta market that was completed in 1861, is a culinary and cultural experience. Inspired by the iconic, food markets of Europe, you’ll find a variety of eateries serving a range of cuisines as well as a small food market selling brad, delicatessen and more.
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Food Market
A visit to Is-Suq Tal-Belt, housed within the original Valetta market that was completed in 1861, is a culinary and cultural experience. Inspired by the iconic, food markets of Europe, you’ll find a variety of eateries serving a range of cuisines as well as a small food market selling brad, delicatessen and more.
Alchemy Cocktail Bar
93 Strait StEmbassy Cinemas Valletta
St. Lucia's StreetMUŻA Restaurant
Merchants StreetTaproom
53a Old Theatre StreetPastaus
123 Old Theatre StreetCafe Society
13 Triq San GwannKennedy Bar and bistro
Strait Street