Is Valletta Worth Visiting? Discover the Capital of Malta

Planning A Trip To Valletta? Discover Why This City Is Worth Your Time

We had heard a lot about this little island and decided to plan a trip to Malta for a week to discover the island. We originally only planned for a day of exploring Valletta plus a food tour. We soon found that Valletta has been completely revitalized and is a wonderful city with a colourful history, beautiful sights, and some great restaurants.

We found ourselves there for several days of our trip exploring the incredible capital city. Wondering is Valletta worth visiting when you visit Malta? This blog details all the major sites that we came across and shows why it is definitely worth exploring.

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What Makes Valletta Worth Visiting?

What Is Valletta Famous For?

It is important to understand some of the history of Malta that actually dates back 8000 years. It is thought that Malta may have been a sacred pilgrim location and it was run by so many groups over the years, not limited to the Bronze Age people, Phoenicians, Romans, Byzantines, and the Ottomans until finally the Knights of the St John’s Order were gifted the island in 1530. 

The city of Valletta was built by the Knights since their role at the time had been to take care of pilgrims, but their job eventually started to incorporate protection, leading them to become more military focussed.

They were tasked with keeping a lookout over the Med and as a result built the fortifications of what would become Valletta, under the command of Jean de Valett the Grandmaster at the time.

In 1565 the Ottomans invaded – the battle which is now called the Great Siege of Malta and Jean de Vallett managed to defeat the Ottomons by taking all the food inside the walls and poisoning the water. The battle was over within three months and this was a tremendous feat.

Riding high on his victory, Jean de Valett set about creating a city within the fortified walls. The St John’s Order was divided into eight different Langues (meaning tongues) or divisions – 3 from France, 2 from Spain, 1 from UK, 1 from Italy and 1 from Germany.

Each had an auberge and a chapel and these are many of the incredible buildings that you see in the city today. The eight points of the St John Cross are also related to the 8 divisions and are a recurring theme across the city.

In order to be a Knight one had to be aristocratic and also Roman Catholic so this was the foundation of the city as it was built – lots of money with a religious significance. The role of the Knights of Malta really does set the stage for many of the historical sights and things to do in Valletta today. 

✅ If you are looking for an excellent small group tour to give you insight into Valletta’s history and a general orientation of the city then check out this tour. We found it to be a great introduction on our first day there.

Be Welcomed By Triton’s Fountain

This beautiful landmark at the entrance to the Valletta gates was built in the 1950s as part of a design contest. Designed by Maltese sculptor Vincent Apap, it is the largest fountain in Valletta and depicts three men holding up a tray in service to the sea. 

It was restored in 2018 when the city was undergoing its revitalization. Interestingly the area surrounding the fountain was changed from a roundabout for buses to the large pedestrian zone that is there now. Based on pictures we saw of the original area, the current layout is significantly better.

Be In Awe Of The St John’s Co-Cathedral

One of the most impressive things to see in Valletta is the St John’s Co-Cathedral. It was built between 1572-1577 and it was named the co-cathedral since the first cathedral was already in existence in Mdina. For many years it was the conventual church of the Order of the Knights of St John.

The outside of the building is designed in the style of Mannerism. It is very stark – essentially a monastic or military fashion. The two bell towers are still intact and date back to the time of the original construction.

There are also three clocks on the front – one for the time, one for the day and one for the month. Legend says the time was often wrong to confuse the devil so he wouldn’t know when people were worshipping.

Don’t let the plain outside of the building fool you – the inside was redecorated in the 17th century in Baroque style and it is filled with monuments, frescos and paintings. Upon every surface are gilded flowers, foliage and angels. 

And the marble floor is highly decorated with more than 400 tombs included there. Most of them are for the knights who have been buried in the church. Many have stories engraved on them highlighting their accomplishments and their religious devotion.

The Grandmaster at the time built it for the order from his own money and when he died he was buried inside in the crypt. Each of the langues from the order is represented inside with its own chapels. Some are very elaborate and others less so.

Many have funeral monuments and even their Grand Masters statues made from marble or bronze. It is interesting to compare the different chapels and see who felt the need to show their prestige. 

The highlight for art lovers is the paintings by Caravaggio dating to the early 1600s. The painting of the beheading of St. John is the largest piece he made and it is the only one he signed. We found it both fascinating and disturbing to look at. 

There is an entrance fee to enter the church but it includes a good audio guide so it is worth the fee.  Keep in mind that the church is not open for visits on Sundays or public holidays.

Take In The Views Of The Upper Barrakka Gardens

For one of the best places for views in Valletta, be sure to make your way to the Upper Barrakka Gardens. This location was originally built in the 1660s for the soldiers as a nice spot for relaxation and leisure time.  When it was originally built it had a wooden roof to keep them cool from the sun but that has since been removed.

Now it is a beautiful garden and since it is built on Saint Peter’s and Paul’s Bastion, it is the highest point of the fortification. This affords an incredible view of the Grand Harbour and the surrounding area.

It is also a wonderful spot to see gardens and memorial statues and to overlook the lower platform where the Saluting Battery is located. This is the oldest remaining saluting battery in the world dating back to 1640.  

Each day at 12:00pm and 4:00pm there is a gun salute and you can enjoy this very popular attraction from the balcony or pay for a view from the gun platform. The original reason the canon was fired was to announce the time of day so the residents would keep track since of course there weren’t watches during this period.

At the end of the day, the gates and bridges of the fortified city would close so people would know this was the end of the day and also the time for prayer. 

The last actual firing took place in 1923. In the early 2000s, the battery was restored and now this custom is practiced daily.

Explore The Grandmaster’s Palace

This is a massive Palace that was originally designed and built in the Mannerism style back in the 1570s. This was originally built as the residence and office for the Grandmaster. The original house grew as it underwent a renovation and enlargement 200 years later giving it the Baroque style inside that is visible today.

It is built on two levels and includes two courtyards – one that houses a 200-year-old acacia tree.

There are beautiful balconies around the outside that were originally built so the staff at the Palace could listen to what was being said in the streets.

The Palace is now the office of the President but you can still visit some areas that are open to the public. The entrance describes the history of the Palace and shows pictures of some of the Royal family visiting since this location was used as their residence during the British rule.

The Armory is quite the place to see. It dates to the 1600s when the Order was investing heavily in arms and armour for its soldiers. Since this was originally the main repository it was huge and housed enough equipment for 18,000 soldiers.

Over the years it changed from a store house to a showcase of the incredible military equipment the Order had at its disposal. Nowadays the displays are only a small part of the collection that was amassed. It shows 7000 pieces of artifacts from many countries including Italy, Germany, France and Spain.

The displays include all types of weapons, and armour and are well signed detailing what the items are and from what time period. We wandered the long halls and were very impressed with the sheer number of things to look at here. This is a must-see for those interested in military history.

After visiting the Armory we made our way down the enormous, highly decorated halls to the State Rooms.

Visitors can see the Sitting Room, Ambassadors’ Room, Pages’ Room and the Grand Council Hall. Many of the rooms were redesigned during the British Rule in a Neo-classical style.

The rooms are elaborate with silk-covered walls and frescoes. It was very nice to explore and see these majestic rooms inside a true working Palace. 

The entrance is included with the Heritage Malta Pass.

Ride The Panoramic Lift or Elevator

The Panoramic Lift makes it easy to go from the Upper Barrakka Gardens down to the Harbour level very quickly. It is a glass elevator that provides great views and saves trekking up or down several hundred stairs that are located beside the elevator shaft. It is a lot of stairs – we know as we took them down!!

The structure was built on the same spot where an original lift existed. The original was opened in 1905 and was an impressive structure at the time. The original had a long bridge that extended 23 feet out to the shaft and above that was the gear house where the main mechanism was kept.

At the time of construction, it cost 5000 pounds to build. It remained in service until the 1970s but due to its lack of use and cost of upkeep, it was closed. It remained closed for 10 years until it was dismantled in 1983.

This current lift was opened in 2012 – the project was initiated as part of the revitalization project of Valletta and cost €2.5 million to build! It is almost as tall as the original structure but it moves considerably quicker.

It can hold 21 people in each of the two cabins and on average transports 800 people per hour. The other major difference with the new lift is that it is free-standing so that it won’t damage the walls of the fortifications.

It only costs €1 and the same ticket can be used for a ride up and down in the same day. Aside from convenience, it is also a nice ride that affords beautiful views of the harbour. We took it on the ride up as the thought of the steps was too much for us.

Discover Manoel Theatre

Known to be one of the oldest theatres in Europe and the oldest in the Commonwealth, the Manoel Theatre is Malta’s National Theatre. Its first performance was in 1732. Here you find the best performing arts on the island.

The theatre was designed in a Baroque style, features hand-carved seats and sits over 500 people. Unfortunately, when we were there it wasn’t open but from the pictures we could see the inside is a beautiful theatre and it would be a treat to see a performance there. Be sure to check out the schedule of shows on the official website.

Check Out The National War Museum at Fort St Elmo

For those who love military history, this is worth a visit! Fort St Elmo is perched on the tip of the peninsula – a strategic location for defending the city. It dates to 1552 and you can explore the grounds here. It was included within the fortifications of Valetta in 1689 so seeing the grand walls that surround it is quite the sight. 

Due to its location, it has some wonderful views of the Valletta harbours and also there is a serene chapel that resides on the grounds.

Inside the Fort is a massive War Museum. All around the interior courtyard, you go from room to room that houses exhibits and artifacts covering more than 7000 years of military history.

The displays are thoughtfully curated with excellent signage, film projection and large pieces of artifacts. The largest display covers the time during WW2 and is fascinating to read and understand the significant role of Malta during that time.

Included are many awards and medals that were presented to the country recognizing its sacrifice and importance to the war effort.

The Museum is extensive and will take 1 1/2 or 2 hours to cover. Entrance is included with the Heritage Malta Pass.

Marvel At The Basilica of Our Lady Of Mount Carmel

Malta has an incredible number of churches on the island –365 or one for every day of the week. Valletta is home to 28 churches which is a very impressive number for a very small city.

One that dominates the Valletta skyline with its beautiful dome of 42 m high, is the Basilica of our Lady of Mount Carmel. This original church dates to 1570 but unfortunately, it was bombed during the war.  

The current church took more than 23 years to rebuild but you can see the work that was completed to bring it back to its original glory.

Be sure to spend a moment inside if you can and notice the number of red marble columns surrounding the nave.  It is a unique feature and quite lovely to see.

Discover Casa Rocca Piccola

For those wondering what is behind the facades of the stunning Palazzos in Valletta, then make sure to visit Casa Rocca Piccola. This palace dates to the 16th century and is still lived in by a Nobel Maltese family.

The 9th Marquis de Piro lives on the upper floors and has kindly opened the two lower floors of the house as a museum. With more than 50 rooms in the Palace, it seems they can spare the space!

Here you can wander the halls seeing incredible rooms all decorated with different themes and filled with historical memorabilia such as maps, books, documents, and medals. Along with priceless furnishings, artwork, silverware, photographs and what they fondly refer to as “aristocratic bric a brac”.  

It is truly an incredible collection of history and presented in such a beautiful and meaningful way in their home. Very different than other Palaces we have seen such as Palacio Barolo that is now office space or the Cheval Palace that was never habitable or the immense Popes Palace in Avignon. You feel like you are stepping back in time. It is a one of a kind place.

Once you have toured the rooms, guests are invited to visit the stunning courtyard garden where a friendly macaw named Kiku greets you! This is one of the few household gardens in Valletta as having a garden was a luxury due to limited water sources in the city.

And that’s not all – after exploring the house there is the option to visit the enormous underground wells that were converted and used as bomb shelters during the intense bombing in World War 2. It is a fascinating place to visit and envision how life must have been during this horrific time.

✅ Want to skip the line and enter the Palace upon arrival? Then pre-book your tickets here.

Visit Mysterium Fidei Museum

For something a little different, consider visiting a little-known location – the St Catharines Monastery. This location has recently opened its doors to share its history dating back to 1575.

For many years cloistered nuns have lived here and taken in female orphans. In fact, there is still a nun on the premises although she no longer lives in the underground rooms of the monastery.

This location was very interesting to see. The stones that were used to build the monastery were dug from underneath the structure. This provided an excavated area where the underground rooms were built.

While you are walking underground to see the various rooms, there is also a lovely courtyard garden in the centre which floods the area with light.

Each room has a simple display inside showing the purpose. For instance, you will see where the nuns slept, prayed, cooked, did laundry, and even where they were buried.

These women led a life of devotion and service and it is evident in the surroundings where they lived how dedicated they were to the church and the young women that they took in.

Being underground, it is very peaceful and quiet. You can imagine how the nuns went about their day-to-day lives never interacting with the outside world. Quite a change from the busy pace of the outside city and a welcome place to take in a different way of life.

✅ Pre-book your tickets to ensure access on the day you would like by clicking here to book in advance.

Consider The National Museum of Art

The MUZA (the Maltese word for inspiration) is an art museum in Valletta that opened in 2018. It is housed inside the original Italian Auberge and has an incredible history all on its own.

The museum houses varied works from the 15th to the 21st centuries highlighting paintings, sculptures, furnishings, silver and art objects. The collections encompass several themes, including an emphasis on Maltese artists, Mediterranean pieces, and paintings representing Malta’s European identity and the Empire under which Malta was governed.

Several temporary exhibits are featured during the year. For a list of exhibits and events check out its website. The museum is also included with the Malta Heritage Pass.

Sit Back And Relax On A Harbour Cruise

The harbour of Valletta is a natural harbour and was an attraction to those countries wanting a solid position in the Mediterranean Sea. While you can enjoy seeing the Valletta waterfront from the Barrakka Gardens it is also very nice to see the entire Grand Harbour from the water.

We had a lovely cruise from Sliema (just across from Valletta) where the boats are available to take you on a comprehensive tour of the numerous creeks, past the yacht marinas, and a close-up view of the cruise liner’s dry dock.

You will also have a perfect vantage point to see the city walls, the forts and the Three Cities. 

On the day we went it was clear, although windy but it gave us some spectacular views of the Mediterranean and the entire coast of Valletta.

✅ We would highly recommend this company’s boat tour since they provided excellent historical and informative commentary on the areas visited in English.

Shop On Republic and Merchant Streets

Republic Street is the main street of Valletta and the one you will enter on through the main gate. Reaching for approximately 1 kilometre, it is mostly a pedestrian zone and is a perfect choice for strolling and people watching. Along it, you will find many of the main sights of the city along with restaurants and shops. 

Merchant Street runs parallel to Republic Street and is considered the second major street in Valletta. Here are many of the ministries and government buildings that have been restored in the original Auberges of the Langues.

Here you will find many elaborate Palazzos including the the Palazzo Parisio where it is suggested by a plaque that Napoleon stayed for six nights. However, our guide told us he only actually stayed one night and then went to visit a lady friend in a different location. This was apparently not publicly shared. 

The street does have some beautiful buildings to see and will lead you all the way to the St Elmo Fort.

Enjoy A Treat at Caffe Cordina

With its roots dating back to 1837 Caffe Cordina is an institution in Valletta. The Cordina’s started their enterprise across the harbour where they originally sold products from Italy and delivered them door to door. During World War 2 their shop was destroyed and it had to close.

Starting anew they purchased a location in the centre of Valletta where it stands today and grew with renovations to the two adjacent shops – a pharmacy and tobacco shop converting it into dining rooms. They have an extensive kitchen under the cafe and ultimately added a beautiful patio with outdoor seating.

It continues to this day to be a family-run business with John Cordina at the helm. They serve wonderful traditional Maltese dishes and sweet pastries. We enjoyed our first pastizzi here along with a fresh bocconcini and tomato sandwich.

On our second visit on a cooler day, we sat inside and had a nice coffee and hot chocolate. Be sure to stop in here to visit one of the best cafes in Europe.

Feast On A Sightseeing Food Tour

One of the things we enjoy doing is taking a food tour when available in different locations. We love trying local dishes and hearing about the customs and background of the food styles of a country.

We took a great tour while in Valletta that introduced us to the background of the city but also allowed us to taste many different dishes that are unique to the area. Our guide was fantastic – very knowledgeable, presented the facts well and brought us to some small places to taste a variety of foods.

We enjoyed traditional pastizzi with mushy peas but there is also a popular version with ricotta. Our guide shared that one of the reasons it is so good is that they boil the ricotta three times in Malta.

We had Maltese coffee that is made with coffee, chicory, anise liqueur, clove, orange and honey and explored some of the sweet treats such as honey ring and quarazemal – a pastry sweetened with honey and includes almonds and orange blossom. 

We enjoyed fitira and the local drink of kinnie made with bitter oranges and aromatic herbs.

And our final stop was a sit-down restaurant that served appetizers including a dip made of broad beans, garlic parsley and olive oil along with pork sausages, and peppered goat cheese. They also served us ravioli and a dish made with horse meat.

✅ This is an amazing way to try dishes with direction and explanation from a local. Check out this link for the exact tour that we took. You won’t be disappointed.

Be Amazed By Underground Valletta

When Valletta was first built as a military fortress, the Knights created rooms and passageways underground for grain storage and for their troops to move easily without detection. When the city was eventually developed, these channels became important sources for dealing with water and drainage.

Over 1000 cisterns and reservoirs (some of them massive in size) were created so the growing population above could flourish free of dirty water in the streets. They utilized the collected water to clean the streets and to supply fountains in the city.

Little did they know at that time how critical these tunnels would later become to the citizens of Valletta.

Many people may not know but the island of Malta was very badly bombed during WW2. It is estimated that approximately 17000 tons of bombs were dropped over the island with 7000 tons landing between Valletta and The Three Cities. This is hard to fathom.

The people of the city were desperate to escape the non-stop bombing and took to the passageways. Within three months, men, women and children dug out the passageways to make shelters for 30,000 people.

There is now a tour where you can venture underneath to see a small section of the existing tunnels. We donned our hats with lights and down we went!

The passageways were widened and small cave-like rooms were carved out of the stone for people to live inside. Our guide described how wooden platforms were laid down in the corridors so that people didn’t have to walk in the water and long benches were installed for people to sit on.

There was an incredible network of rooms and tunnels running all under the core of the city – for instance, the entire length of Merchant Street has a tunnel running directly underneath it. 

People spent all their time underground which must have been unimaginable conditions given the number of people forced to live there. You can see many rooms including some where families had decorated the floor with tiles, carved little alcoves to hold candles or religious icons and wrote on the walls.

These small rooms became homes and even housed people after the war as many had nowhere to go.

You can also visit some of the enormous cisterns that were sealed and cemented. In one, a large ficus tree’s roots have broken through the walls and continue to grow in the dark. This reminded us of our tour of the underground tunnels in Paris.

When we came up out of the tunnels, we found ourselves in front of the Co-Cathedral climbing out of a trap door in the pedestrian zone! While it is a sad sight to see when you imagine the terrible conditions the Maltese people had to endure, it is also a reminder of strength and incredible survival.

This was an amazing tour of a part of Valletta that you don’t even know exists under you as you stroll the lovely streets up above. Be sure to check it out when you visit Valletta!

Stroll The Ancient Streets

Wandering the streets of Malta’s capital city is a wonderful experience. It is the smallest capital city in the EU – only .61 kms.  But it is fascinating to explore. The city is laid out in a grid format and easy to navigate. This was done purposefully so there were long sight lines available and the Knights could see from every point who was approaching. 

You will also notice that on the streets that have hills, the steps are very shallow. This was intentional and allowed the Knights to easily step up when they were in armour and for their horses to easily navigate the incline. Take a moment and imagine you are walking where Knights crossed upon their regal horses. Pretty cool!

There are several different types of architecture here due to the different periods the city was built or reconditioned during – Mannerist style since the original city was built for military purposes – this made the buildings look very austere, bland and solemn.

Then as time went by many of the structures were renovated or redecorated in the Renaissance and Baroque styles which are far more theatrical, entertaining and ornate.

And lastly, when the British ruled the island, they created buildings with a Neo-Classic style – grand but more geometrical forms and triangles.

All of these styles combined make for some amazing places to admire. 

Admire the Elaborate Balconies (Gallarija)

A very unique sight in the capital city of Valletta is the stunning balconies that adorn many buildings. These are Spanish-style balconies and were first introduced in Valletta. The first and largest balcony was built on the Grand Master Palace. They are still there and reach around several sides of the building. 

The balconies were originally seen as a status symbol and showed the extent of one’s wealth. At first, they were not enclosed in glass as it was important to be seen when entering the balcony. In the early days, the windows were closed with roller blinds made of reeds similar to bamboo.

By the end of the 17th century, many people were adding them to their buildings. They are painted in many different colours but originally the dominant colour was green since the city lacked trees and grass.

Now they make for a pretty addition to the city – providing the most charming pictures.

Check Out The Decorative Doorknockers

Be sure to look at the colourful doors along the streets – particularly on St Paul Street. Here the large doors have very interesting door knockers. Originally door knockers were very simple large rings and were used for tying slaves outside the door.

When the French abolished slavery residents wanted a fresh start and began to use fancy designs. The larger the knocker meant the more affluent the family was. And if the knocker was clean, it meant that the family could afford a maid!

Be sure to take note of some of these intricate decorations. You will see many displaying a dolphin which is the symbol for friendship.

FAQs

How Many Days Do You Need In Valletta?

We originally thought that one day would be enough to see Valletta but that was not accurate. In actuality, a minimum of 3 days in Valletta would be needed to see the sights.

Is Valletta A Walkable City?

Valletta is a great place to walk. The city is small and easy to navigate. Many of the streets are not open to cars so we do not recommend driving in Valletta.

Is Valletta A Nice City?

We were very impressed by the city. Having undergone its revitalization project, the city is really quite beautiful. With wide open plazas, the striking walls surrounding the city, a mix of architecture, the beautiful balconies and so many historical sights to see it is definitely worth visiting Valletta.

Is Valletta Safe?

Malta overall is a very safe country and Valletta has a very low crime rate. Of course, it is important to always exercise common sense when in any new city. We felt safe during our entire visit and felt the people living there were welcoming and happy to have tourists visiting.

Is Valletta Expensive?

For a European city, we found Valletta to be reasonably priced when it came to food, drinks and entrance fees. Even the tours that we took were all very good compared to other Mediterranean cities we have visited. While the residents advised that housing in the city has become very expensive, there is a premium for staying in the city but it wasn’t as high as we have seen in other cities.

There is a great option offered to help with the entrance fee costs of the sights. The Heritage Malta Pass is a combination ticket and can be purchased for a flat rate with access to several sights. We found it had a lot of value given the number of places we were visiting.

It is also worth noting that everywhere takes Visa. The only exception is the Panoramic Lift and if you want to take a gondola across to the Three Cities. 

Where To Stay In Valletta

There are many types of accommodation in Valletta ranging from AirBnB to a few larger hotel properties. A majority of the places to stay are boutique and located in reconditioned palaces.

Here are a few options to consider if looking to stay in the city.

A beautiful five-star boutique property located in the heart of Valletta is the Palazzo Consiglia. It is a restored Palace that provides impeccable service, stylish but comfortable rooms and a fantastic rooftop patio with a pool.

Another property located within the city centre of Valletta is the Palazzo Ignazio. Here guests rave about the excellent customer service, great breakfast and close proximity to restaurants and bars.

If you prefer a more traditional style hotel then the Phoenicia Malta is the perfect spot. Located just outside the main gate to Valletta, this larger property is situated on gorgeous grounds with a pool. Guests mention a high standard of service and excellent food in the restaurant. Queen Elizabeth used to frequent this location so it must be wonderful!

Where To Eat In Valletta

Maltese food is a nice mix of cultures. It is simple but very tasty and there are many places to eat. We had a few spots that we enjoyed very much. The first one is Trattoria Romana Zero Sei. Here the fresh Italian food was incredible and the staff was fun. My favourite was the gnocchi! It is a very small place so make sure you have a reservation.

Another spot for dinner that we enjoyed was San Paolo Naufrago. This is a wonderful spot with outside seating down a charming side street. Lights were hanging above and the environment was lively with music playing. That was until it started raining!

But that was ok because we were taken into an underground cave that was very unique.

The food was great – pizza and pasta which we shared but the portions are enormous. Enough so that we took the leftovers home and enjoyed it for dinner the next night.

If you are looking for something light you can enjoy fitira at Grano. These are tasty sandwiches made on sourdough bread. The most traditional is one made with tuna, sundried tomatoes and olives. But they also have other varieties including a tasty caprese option with tomatoes, mozzarella and pesto that was so yummy!

There is also a great market in Valletta that is more of a supermarket. If you are staying somewhere with a fridge then stocking up on essentials is a great idea. This is located behind the Grandmaster’s Palace and is called Is-Suq Tal-Belt. We went here a few times to pick up breakfast items.

Final Word…Is Valletta Worth Visiting?

Whether you’re interested in history, culture, religion, great food, or even the Game of Thrones, be sure to plan some time here in this wonderful city. It is undoubtedly worth visiting and we are confident you will love Valletta!