Mdina and Rabat Half Day Private Tour

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1. Travellers booking an experience can look forward to a rich and immersive journey into Malta's past. Here’s what you can expect: Guided Tour of Mdina: explore the winding streets of the "Silent City," led by an expert guide who will share fascinating stories and historical insights about the city’s past and architecture. Cathedrals and Historic Palazzos: Guests will have the chance to enter some of Mdina’s historic palazzos, such as Palazzo Falson where they can view period furnishings, art collections, and historical artefacts. Natural History Museum: Located in Vilhena Palace, this museum offers travellers a look at Malta’s natural history, including exhibits on local wildlife and geology. Panoramic Views: From the city’s bastions, you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Maltese countryside. Cultural Immersion: travellers will have the opportunity to experience the tranquil and car-free atmosphere of Mdina, truly stepping back in time.

   1.5 h

2. Rabat is a town rich in history and cultural significance, its neighbouring city, Mdina. However, it boasts numerous attractions and unique sights: Historical Significance: Rabat played an essential role during the Roman era and was part of the larger Mdina. It’s known for its early Christian heritage and Roman ruins. Highlights: St. Paul’s Catacombs: These catacombs are a maze of underground burial chambers dating back to the 3rd century AD Domus Romana: An archaeological site displaying well-preserved Roman mosaics and artefacts that depict the daily life of a Roman noble family. Wignacourt Museum: houses a diverse collection of art, historical artefacts, and religious relics, showcasing Malta’s rich heritage. St. Paul’s Grotto: A sacred site where Apostle Paul is said to have taken refuge after his shipwreck on Malta, pilgrimage site. Church of St. Paul: Built over the grotto, this church features intricate architecture and houses religious artworks.

   1.5 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Valletta

• Its from-price is 524% above the median of the 235 experiences we list in Valletta.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 164 of 235.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Valletta

Valletta is Malta's tiny walled capital on a rocky peninsula, built by the Knights of St John with baroque palaces, a deep harbour and a Caravaggio.

Valletta was founded in 1566 by the Order of St John, a year after the Great Siege of Malta, and laid out on a grid of streets on a narrow peninsula between two harbours. The whole city is a World Heritage site. St John's Co-Cathedral looks plain outside but is gilded within, and holds Caravaggio's Beheading of Saint John the Baptist. The Grand Master's Palace and the Upper Barrakka Gardens look over Grand Harbour.

Top-ranked sights in Valletta: Upper Barrakka Gardens, St. John's Co-Cathedral (Kon-Katidral ta' San Gwann), Grand Master's Palace.

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