Hagar Qim temple (UNESCO) and Limestone Heritage guided tour
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
The guided tour starts with a visit to one of Malta’s oldest quarries which has been transformed into an attraction for tourists and locals alike and which provides a vivid account of one of Malta’s leading skills – the use of limestone for building purposes, a skill that goes back thousands of years. The magic of Malta’s antiquity will be explained at Hagar Qim, Malta’s main pre-historic site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site (one of the seven Megalithic Temples of Malta), overlooking the wide expanse of the blue Mediterranean and the islet of Filfla. From Hagar Qim you will proceed to Wied iz-Zurrieq where (weather permitting – boat price not included) you can take a boat trip to the Blue Grotto, renowned for its crystal clear waters.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
The Limestone Heritage Park & Gardens
The guided tour starts with a visit to one of Malta’s oldest quarries which has been transformed into an attraction for tourists and locals alike and which provides a vivid account of one of Malta’s leading skills – the use of limestone for building purposes, a skill that goes back thousands of years.
Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Archaeological Park
The magic of Malta’s antiquity will be explained at Hagar Qim, Malta’s main pre-historic site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site (one of the seven Megalithic Temples of Malta), overlooking the wide expanse of the blue Mediterranean and the islet of Filfla.
Options
Italian
Pickup included
Spanish
Pickup included
Easter week
Pickup included
German
Pickup included
French
Pickup included
English
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must-visit if you are in Malta.
MARIACARMEN M,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very interesting and essential visit if you are in Malta; these constructions are very rare and difficult to see.
Wonderful excursion!
peggygraham2018,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great variety, I loved all the stops.
Disagree
U1261FUannc,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Disappointing in the very short time allowed for Hagar Qim--- in and out and not enough time for the visitor center. Limestone Gardens didn't warrant more than 15 minutes. The time would have been better spent at Hagar Qim, a much more important destination.
Scam and teasing
Stefania C,Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00A scam, we paid two tickets for 82 € with unclear directions, a hidden place, so much so that although we had gone an hour earlier on the spot, not being able to find the exact spot well, we tried to call the numbers we were given but were non-existent from our Italian phone. After finding a passer-by we asked for help and the latter called and asked the operator to advise that we would be arriving shortly because the exact spot was not found. After telling us they would wait, neither did I time to start and I get an email saying that the driver could not wait for us. We stayed an hour then chatting only by email... because they didn't answer on the phone or on WhatsApp, to tell us to go to another pinto hangout that was 20 minutes away and at a cost of 40€ taxi without giving us security. In the end after calling assistance and sending all the evidence that we were early to the appointment they did not want to make the refund. This is scam
Malta Tour
Sharon H,Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely loved this tour. Beautiful scenery and fascinating information provided by the guide. Due to weather unable to go on a boat into the Blue Grotto but still a beautiful view from above.
Very good itinerary and informative guide.
Nitish T,May 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The experience was very good. The guide explained everything very well. We went to an old Limestone quarry that is now converted into a museum. It gave us a very good impression of how Limestone mining works over the centuries. Next, we went to the Hagar Qim temple, which is an impressive site of an old temple build thousands of years ago and the guide explained the objects persent at the site very well. Finally, we ended the tour by doing an optional boat ride to the Blue Grotto.
These temples are 2,000 years older than Great Pyramids of Egypt!
jackeX964ZR,Jun 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unexpected find that Malta temples are 2,000 years older than Great Pyramid of Egypt! Doesnt have much information explaining things you need a booklet or guide but it is well worth it....and also visit the Museum of Archaeology in Valleta which has much better explanations and descriptions
I do not recommend at all
CarmenG2163,May 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We went with them through Civitatis. They pick us up half an hour late. They take us to a tourist distribution center. We board a bus full of Germans, because the excursion is in German and Spanish. At 10:00 the explanation begins. This is 1 and a half hours later than the official start time. The first stop, at 10:30, is at the stone museum. We had not hired him. We have been there until 11:30. At 12:20 we were already at the Blue Grotto after having seen the Hagar Qim temple at full speed, with minimal explanation. From there to the coast for the boat ride, not included in the price. If we had done it on our own we could have seen more temples and stayed longer. We have lost a lot of time because of the disastrous organization.
Unstructured guide
Esther J,Nov 6, 2023
- Review from Viator
2.00Really unstructured. We had not even 10min time at the temples but spend 1 hour at the limestone park. Our guide did not communicate with the group about how much time we have to spend there and when/where to meet.
A good half day
Susan B,Sep 23, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00Maria was a great guide and provided lots of information that gave context to the megaliths. It would have been nice to spend a bit longer at the site and take in the surroundings more
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