Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta' Qali & Mosta guided tour

Overview

Available languages

German

English

Italian

French

Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Today’s guided excursion takes us to the central part of Malta, dominated by the medieval fortified city of Mdina, Malta’s former capital city. The narrow, winding streets, dating back to medieval times, lead to the imposing bastions, commanding a magnificent panorama of the island. On the way there, you will discover different styles of architecture, including Siculo-Norman palaces and other baroque buildings of great historical importance. Time stands still in this ‘Silent City’ which is a film-maker’s paradise.

Leaving Mdina through Greeks’ Gate, we stop at the early Christian catacombs in Rabat before proceeding to the cliffs at Dingli. After lunch we will visit the San Anton botanical gardens situated near the Presidential Palace, which you will be able to admire from outside. We shall also spend time at the crafts centre at Ta’ Qali. At the end of the tour, allow us to astound you with Mosta’s majestic dome, one of Europe’s largest.

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

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Lunch

Air-conditioned vehicle

Gratuities

What To Expect

Mdina Old City

Your guide will lead you through the medieval fortified city of Mdina, Malta’s former capital city. The narrow, winding streets, dating back to medieval times, lead to the imposing bastions, commanding a magnificent panorama of the island. On the way there, you will discover different styles of architecture, including Siculo-Norman palaces and other baroque buildings of great historical importance. Time stands still in this ‘Silent City’ which is a film-maker’s paradise.

45 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

St. Cataldus Catacombs

Visit the early Christian catacombs in Rabat with your guide

20 minutes•Admission Included

Options

German

Pickup included

Spanish

Pickup included

English

Pickup included

Italian

Pickup included

French

Pickup included

Reviews

4.10

229 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

109

Enjoyed this day trip....
Sauda I,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Enjoyed this day trip. Our guide was very helpful, giving pertinent information. He made sure we were all on time. I especially enjoyed visiting Mdina. I would have preferred a bit more time there.
Mdina
David M,
Apr 23, 2025
- Viator
4.00
English speaking guide was clear and articulate. Times and meeting places were explained and orderly
Whistle stop tour.
Heather N,
Apr 6, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Whistle top tour, little time at each place you would have to go back independently for more but the guide gave good description. Lunch was poor and the staff at restaurant unhelpful getting served. The craft village was just a shopping place where there was given the most time to spend money. This should have been left out of the itinerary to give us more time elsewhere.
Lots of sights to see and...
Lorna H,
Apr 2, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Lots of sights to see and really interesting guide knowledge. However I think there should be an activity rating, as there was many with mobility issues
An Excellent Tour
patricia b,
Mar 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A very well organised tour. Ian, our tour guide, was excellent, very knowledgeable on all aspects of Malta and providing us with much entertainment with his many anecdotes. Particularly enjoyed visiting the charming San Anton Gardens (loved the peacock!) and also found the Mosta Rotunda very interesting. Don’t miss the Catacombs. Saw and learnt more of Rabat and Mdina with Ian than we would have had we visited on our own. Lunch was tasty and well organised. Good value for money.