Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour

Overview

Available languages

German

English

Italian

French

4 hours

Mobile ticket

During this tour you will visit 2 places. Blue Grotto where you will have a chance to do a boat ride for an extra charge and see the fantastic caves and Marsaxlokk fishing village where you can eat a delicious fish lunch or also buy fish and many more items from the market.

The market is not available on the 3rd August & 21 September 2025, since there will be the Village's Feast at Marsaxlokk. You still spend 90 minutes at Marsaxlokk to see the celebrations, eat something, and look at the marvellous boats

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Pick up and drop off from Hotel or nearest point.

Live commentary on board

Local taxes

Food and drinks

Boat ride

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Blue Grotto Il-Hnejja

You will first drive to the Blue Grotto. The Blue Grotto is actually a number of sea caverns on the southern coast of Malta, west of the Wied iz-Zurrieq harbour and across the small uninhabited islet of Filfla. Everyday from sunrise until about 1300 hrs, a unique sight can be observed here. The cave’s location combined with the sunlight lead to the water mirroring shows numerous shades of blue. Several caverns mirror the brilliant phosphorescent colours of the underwater flora; other caverns show a deep dark shade of blue. If weather permits, you can do a 25 minute boat trip around the caves for an extra cost.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Marsaxlokk Market

Marsaxlokk is a very popular attraction for tourists and locals because fresh fish and seafood caught during the same morning can be bought. The market is very interesting and attractive as many different items are sold. Although the market was originally a fish market, it has developed and now it also sells locally produced honey, fruit jams, wine as well as vegetables, souvenirs and clothes. Free time will be given in this picturesque village.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour

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Reviews

3.06

64 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Very disappointing
sagittarius54,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
We found it a complete rip off for 15 euros per person the bus trip getting there was good nice scenery blue grotto disappointing couldn't see anything apart from rocks it was dangerous walking on the rocks not for seniors the market was a complete waste of time very crowded prices were incredibly high the goods were rubbish if you want to go use the local transport so much cheaper
Great boat trip to blue grotto and great to experience the market
Kerrie H,
Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The trip ran smoothly from start to finish. The pick up time and place was confirmed the night before and they turned up like planned. The blue grotto boat trip was amazing. The market was a great experience although very busy on a very hot day. We still enjoyed the trip.
Deceitful - no market....
Denise G,
Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
Deceitful - no market. Not told til on the coach. Guide mediocre. Blue Grotto amazing but additional 20 euros
The Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour
Roam07839756672,
Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour was absolutely amazing! Our guide, Daiva, is one of the most wonderful women I’ve ever met. Her knowledge about Malta is outstanding, and she explained everything with so much passion and clarity. She was very polite and respectful, especially in the way she spoke with our driver, Lali. It was heartwarming to see such a good connection between them. Lali drove us safely and comfortably throughout the tour. I’m truly happy and would love to join more tours with Daiva. Highly recommend this tour and the whole team!
Maria was great. We had...
Kylie O,
Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Maria was great. We had plenty of time at each location. A reasonable fitness level is required for the walk to the boat tour and into the village from the bus drop off point. It was a very memorable day. I recommend this tour.
BLUE CAVE
AveiroCinha,
Apr 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
No doubt it is interesting, and we should visit even to be able to comment and compare. Those who know our Benagil Caves in Portimão and other small wonders on our Algarve coast... do not love the ones visited in Malta. However I say worth it for the reasons mentioned
Ok but cheaper, quickerand better to make your own way there.
Tony B,
Apr 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Guide was ok. However, it took 2 hours to pick everyone up, then drove to the Blue Grotto, which was closed. So photo opp only. Markets are really just some fresh fish, vegetables and loads of cheap knock offshore from China. The guide advises not to but the fish if heading back k on the bus for obvious reasons. The location is nice and many restaurants. So, frankly, get an Uber...cheaper and quicker.
Nice tour to do on a Sunday
uncvcutraveller,
Feb 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
While it was windy, the tour was great. There was a delay because of the buses had some issues and had to replace. Went to the Blue Grotto and saw the seven different caves. It was so awesome and blue (which is my favorite color); keep in mind, visiting this on a tour is not always a guarantee based on wind and water conditions. You can walk or take some transportation that costs a $1. I think it is a car. The fishing village was very nice as well. You could literally spend a whole day there but two hours or so. Highly recommend. I probably would not procrastinate.
Beautiful... but speed
Navigate25765051664,
Nov 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
Beautiful course, beautiful landscapes but rhythm in the chain, boats one behind the other 15 minutes top chrono. Cash payment only on the day.
Don't book
Akito S,
Oct 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
I made a reservation 3 weeks ago, but I was told that it was not possible today because it was full of reservations on the same day. I asked for a pick up, but I waited two hours and was told. should not be booked I just wasted my time