Ancient history and heritage have stayed strong on Malta's scenic southwest coast. This tour takes you to a limestone quarry museum celebrating one of the island's oldest trades, plus Hagar Qim temple – a UNESCO World Heritage Site overlooking the Med. And if you've opted for the full day tour, you'll have lunch, before spending the afternoon in Marsaxlok and Ghar Damar cave – an insight as to how archaeologists proved Malta was once part of European landmass.
Excursions & day trips
Hagar Qim Temple and Limestone Heritage Museum Tour
from
£30.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration:
more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
- Learn about Malta's history
- Visit the Limestone Heritage museum
- Explore the temple complex of Hagar Qim
- Choose between a half or full day tour
What to expect
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What's included
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Admission fees
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Guide
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Lunch (if full day option selected)
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What to remember
- Lunch, Marsaxlok and Ghar Damar cave visits are only included in full day tour
- This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Provider
TUI MALTA LTD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
What people say about this experience
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Service
4.5/5
Safety
4.5/5
Staff
4.5/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Annemieke
From United States of America - March 2025Travelled with family
18 - 24 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
Het kalksteen museum was interessant en leerzaam. Een duidelijk beeld van hoe men stenen maakte om de huizen te bouwen. De Hagar Qim tempel was indruk ...
Rob
From United States of America - September 2023Travelled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Heel indrukwekkend de oudheid en goede reisleiding met veel uitleg
Wim
From Belgium - July 2023Solo traveller
18 - 24 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
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