Attractions & guided tours

Medieval Mdina half-day guided sightseeing tour

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£26.00

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Language: English, German, Italian, French

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Duration: 4 hours

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Do this because

Visit Mdina - the old capital of Malta which is built on a plateau in the centre of the island.
Visit Mosta, a central town famous for its Rotunda church.
Watch local artisans at work blowing elaborate glass art pieces, intricately assembling original silver filigree jewellery and many more, at the Ta'Qali Crafts village.

What to expect

Join us for this half-day guided tour. This tour will take you to the city of Mosta. Inspired by Rome's Pantheon, the church in the centre of the city was built in the 18th Century. It became known throughout the country in 1942 when during World War II, a dropped bomb failed to explode, thus sparing the lives of some 300 people. This church has the third largest unsupported dome in the world.

You will then visit the town of Ta'Qali, located nearby was once a British WWII outpost, but has been converted to a village for local handicrafts. You will be able to watch local artisans at work blowing elaborate glass art pieces, intricately assembling originalsilver filigree jewellery, carving the local limestone and many more. This is the perfect place to pick up treasures that will remind you of your Malta visit.

Finally you visit Mdina, Malta's ancient capital. It rests in a very majestic way, on top of a hilltop right at the centre of the island. Mdina is also called ‘The Silent City' because of its literally quiet and narrow streets that give off a quaint yet very homeyatmosphere. Mdina is not only considered to be one of Malta's precious jewels, but this ancient walled city is one of the best medieval fortifications. You will see magnificent views of the entire Maltese landscape. In Mdina you will have some time to relax and enjoy the area.

What's included

Guided tour
Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
Transportation

What's not included

Baby seats

Where

Mdina, Malta

Meeting point:

You will be requested to fill out your pickup location during checkout. You'll be picked up from your hotel except in a couple of rare cases where transport cannot reach your hotel due to pedestrian zones, in which case pick up point will be a couple of minutes away on foot.Regarding pick up location and times, you are kindly advised to check your email 24 hours before the tour, for the confirmed pick-up location and time by the local provider.

What to remember

Inclusions / Exclusions

Half Day Tour to Mosta, Crafts Village & Mdina
Entrance ticket to Mosta Church
No other attraction entrance tickets are included
Pick up and drop off close to your hotel

Pick-Up Details

Pick Up Points may be from your hotel or from nearby designated meeting points.
You are requested to be punctually available at the meeting location in the time stated, however expect some waiting time until transport arrives.
Pick up times and meeting place will be given via confirmation email.
For any queries you may reach the excursions department either by phoning +356 2345 2210 during office hours, or by email on info@excursionsinmalta.com.

Important to Know:

Always take any vouchers or documents provided during purchase
TOUR CANCELLATION: The Company reserves the right to cancel any tour without prior notification. All tours shall operate subject to a minimum participation.
Bookings preferably 48 hours in advance.
For any queries you may reach the excursions department either by phoning +356 2345 2210 during office hours, or by email on info@excursionsinmalta.com.

Provider

Arrigo Group

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Anonymous
From United Kingdom - July 2024

Great
Overall rated
4/5

Beautiful city and lovely to visit when not so busy
Anonymous
From United States of America - June 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5
Anonymous
From United States of America - May 2023

Great
Overall rated
4/5

Though I appreciate this was a highlights tour, I would have preferred the half day to include just Mdina and also the catacombs rather than the garde ...
Anonymous
From United Kingdom - September 2022

Great
Overall rated
4/5

The start of the day was a little disorganised, lots of buses of people waiting about to find their guides, but once we'd found our group, the tour wa ...

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