Mdina & Rabat Uncovered: Private Tour of Malta’s Silent City
Overview
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Step back in time on this private walking tour through Mdina and Rabat, two of Malta’s most historic and atmospheric towns.
Together with your expert local guide, you’ll explore Mdina’s most iconic locations while uncovering the hidden stories that most visitors miss.
Walk through the impressive Mdina Gate, admire the stunning architecture of St. Paul's Cathedral, Mdina, and discover secluded streets that feel frozen in time.
From there, continue into neighboring Rabat, Malta, where Maltese daily life blends with deep history. Here, you’ll learn about Roman Malta, early Christianity and the traditions that shaped modern Maltese culture.
This experience goes far beyond a typical sightseeing walk — your guide will share stories, legends, and historical insights that bring these ancient cities to life.
Whether it’s your first time in Malta or you want to discover its deeper history, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through the island’s past.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Mdina Old City
We will be walking through the narrow, winding and atmospheric streets of the Silent City while taking in the sights of the most important palaces, churches and monuments of this centuries old town.
Rabat
We also get to walk through the streets of Rabat, known to be the larger city in the area and which is equally important to Mdina. We go past and inside of some of the most beautiful churches and convents of this majestic city.
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Mdina & Rabat Uncovered: Private Tour of Malta’s Silent City
What‘s Included
Tour Guide services by a licensed Malta Tour Guide showing you the hidden treasures of these places.
All Fees and Taxes
All museum or church entrance fees in case of any such fees.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
34 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour of Mdina and Rabat by horse and cart!
kazalveranga,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and his English was perfect. He was able to provide lots of valuable historical information and insight into both Mdina and Rabat.
Excellent overview of both cities
christinap753,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00James was an excellent guide giving us a private tour. It was well paced and he kept us in the shade as it was very hot. We learnt alot about Mdina and Rabat as well as Malta and its people. Would highly recommend. He also told us great places for dinner.
Canceled on us 2h before
W967XOninab,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We booked this and were so excited to go and have a private tour. 2 hours before our tour, they messaged us and canceled on us because the person was "sick", yet had no accommodations or other guide. Not to be insensitive to someone being ill, the process was just terrible customer service. They tried to change the dates, and we were trying to find a different date, but they didn't reply to our 3 messages. It's taken multiple days and jumping through hoops to get our refund. Terrible service, book someone much more reliable!
DO NOT BOOK
dmlChicago,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS OPERATOR. I HAD RESERVATION FOR MONTHS THAT THEY CANCELLED 2 HOURS PRIOR TO TOUR. They claim person fell ill but they tried day before to get me to change time. Based on tour I had ride arranged from Valletta and dinner reservations that I will lose deposit on. Last day here so no other options. Terrible operator
Great introduction to beautiful Mdina
Omanicamel,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A nicely paced tour round Mdina (and Rabat) Chris entertained us for two hours with facts and figures and answered all our questions very professionally.Highly recommended Place
Despite the rainy and...
Colleen M,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Despite the rainy and cold weather we really enjoyed this experience. Our guide knew so much about the history. Highly recommend.
Canceled our Tour at the Last Minute
Ciaobella1948,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.005 of us had booked a private tour and paid for it 6 months in advance. The morning of the tour (tour was to be at 3pm) we received emails it had been canceled. As it was a Saturday, we tried to re book with others but all of the spaces were taken. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY unless your schedule is super flexible.
Unreliable
171gemaw,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00They cancelled my private tour with less than 24 hours notice. No explanations or apologies. I had to take time out of my vacation to find a new tour! We ended up doing a group tour, which was not ideal for us, but it was the only one available.
Mdina and Rabat amazing
vickisW4039OY,Oct 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Olympia took us through these fascinating cities. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour - We were able to detour to our favorite Pastizzi cafe .....
Great private tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Ashbocking,Sep 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just like my review of our private walking tour of Valletta, this was another excellent tour with the super-knowledgeable Mariella taking us round. Mariella made the whole tour so personalised and interesting. The 2 hours flew by and for us 4 was great value for money. Highly recommended
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