Scandal and DisOrder: Dark Knights in Valletta - Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the titillating truth about the naughty knights of the Order of St John and the people they ruled over.
This tour begins next to The Malta Experience on the tip of Valletta, taking in the back streets of this charming city - and its saucy past.
Please note: Adult themes of a sexual nature are discussed throughout, so a minimum age of 16 is required.
You'll discover stories of the sex lives of these rich, bored knights and hear the antics of the former prostitutes who became rich nuns but then sometimes failed to leave bad habits behind.
Hear of the female pharmacist who used witchcraft to seduce rich men and who had slaves hung upside down and tortured.
Learn the instructions given to prostitutes by the authorities in the 17th and 18th centuries, and how the knights would bend their own rules to bed women.
The tour will finish in St George’s Square in front of the Grand Master’s Palace, where you’ll learn why a stone column in the square once showed a wolf having a poo.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Reliving The Sacra Infermeria
The tour will cover how the Knights of St John dealt with sexual diseases in their hospital.
Hear how the Magdalene nuns, a group of former prostitutes, used this church and the monastery which used to be next door - and how for some of them, bad habits died hard...
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Scandal and DisOrder: Dark Knights in Valletta - Walking Tour
What‘s Included
The fees cover a two-hour walking tour on the streets of South Valletta - we do not enter buildings
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Dark side of prostitution of Valletta
sirpai2023,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour full of history and humor with Mario. Tails and facts on people and happenings you would never discover yourself. Though the group was large, you were able hear the story. I highly recommend if you want to experience a different kind of tour.
Just Do It - Finally something different
344elainef,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ohhh Myyyy the NUNS lol - Scandal and disorder Wowww – A Must-Do! If you’re looking for your average, dry historical walking tour, look elsewhere. But if you want a deep dive into the soul of Valletta, this is the one. What an Experience , we spent two hours wandering through the stunning, atmospheric streets of the capital. While Valletta is famous for its hills, the route chosen was surprisingly easy on the joints. It’s a comfortable pace that allows you to actually soak in the surroundings rather than just catching your breath. The real highlight was our Master Storyteller. It’s rare to find someone who balances deep intellect with such an engaging, charismatic delivery. He didn't just rattle off dates; he brought the stones of the city to life. It was clear he has an immense wealth of knowledge, but he shares it with a wit and charm that keeps you hanging on every word. The "Naughty" Side of History is what truly set this tour apart. Usually, Maltese history is presented in a very sanitized, buttoned-up way. This tour pulls back the curtain on the scandals, secrets, and intrigue that you won’t find in the standard guidebooks. Discovering the hidden, slightly scandalous side of Valletta made the whole experience much more intriguing and memorable. My Final Verdict: An absolute 5-star experience. If you want to see the "real" Valletta through the eyes of a brilliant storyteller, don't miss out!
Naughty Knight Stories… so much fun for our hen do!
MartinaCastelli148,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I organised a hen do in Malta for a close friend and wanted an activity that was both fun and a great way to explore the island. Finding Mario felt like hitting the jackpot! We joined the Scandal and DisOrder walking tour and it was fantastic. Not only did we get to explore the beautiful streets of Valletta on foot, but we also learned so much while laughing at Mario’s engaging and entertaining stories. The tour lasted about two hours and flew by. The tour was in English, and Mario spoke very clearly, which made it easy to follow even for those of us who aren’t native English speakers. We were a group of 12, and he handled everything effortlessly. The price was very reasonable, and I would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Malta.
Highly recommended
953franced,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing and entertaining tour of Valletta!!! This tour puts you back into an era and what it was to live in Valletta a few centuries ago.
Dark tour experience
AmandaA2967,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Mario, as always, is very well informed about the subject and delivers this information with such passion. Not our first tour with him and definitely not the last
Great tour
Johnny1126,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent a must do tour. Mario tells the stories very well
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