Private tour explore the Old City of Mdina in a half day


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Departs: Malta, Malta

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

This private half-day tour is a combination of experiencing the scenic beauty of Malta`s west coastal landscape, as well as visiting the Medieval City of Mdina which is a unique architectural gem in itself!
During this tour, you will visit the two capitals of Malta, starting with the old capital

In Mdina, you will be transported to Malta’s capital city of 700 years, from the Roman era to the Medieval period. It has been largely untouched, and throughout this tour, guests will experience its charm by exploring the narrow roads and seeing its magnificent palaces and churches. Spectacular views await can be experienced from its high bastion walls as well as from Dingli Cliffs.

During your tour of the Silent City, guests will have ht opportunity to visit St. Paul’s Metropolitan Cathedral and adjacent Museum and the medieval Palazzo Falson now transformed into a house. You also will get about 30-60 minutes free time to spend on your own.


What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Licensed Guide exclusive to the group

What's Not Included

Cathedral & Museum - €10 for adults, €8 for students and free for children under 12 years.

Lunch

Palazzo Falson - €10 for adults, €5 for students and free for children under 12 years.


Traveler Information

  • TRAVELER: Age: 0 - 120

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour is predominantly a walking tour. Guests with walking difficulties may find this tour challenging.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Service animals allowed
  • The driver and the guide will adhere to the standards issued by the Health Authorities.
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Mdina Main Gate - Baroque gateway
The driver will drop off guests at the Main Gate of Mdina.
Here guests will meet the local guide for a walking tour of the fortified medieval city of Mdina, which is Malta`s former capital city.  There, guests will venture through narrow winding streets, dating back to medieval times, whilst experiencing different styles of architecture and baroque buildings of great historical importance. The city is surrounded by imposing bastions that offer a magnificent panoramic view of the island. 

Guests will walk past Main Street to Main Square to St. Paul’s Cathedral.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mdina Metropolitan Cathedral Museum
This is a combination visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral in Mdina and the adjacent Mdina Cathedral Museum in any order guests might wish.

The museum houses fine silverware, rare coins, an important collection of prints and engravings by Albrecht Dürer one of the greatest Northern Renaissance artists, Maltese objects d’art, wax reliefs, a trompe l’oeil Baroque dome, many paintings and other artefacts.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

After the museum, guests will head to the Cathedral of St. Paul.

The inside of this magnificent building is richly adorned with a colourful inlaid marble floor, a frescoed ceiling of the Shipwreck of St. Paul, and a plethora of other marvellous features including altarpieces, paintings, marble works, intricate woodwork, silver artefacts, statues and stained glass windows.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included






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