2.5-Hour Guided Tour of Mdina and Rabat
2.5-Hour Guided Tour of Mdina and Rabat
Duration: 2.5 hours
2.5 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Discover the enchanting city of Mdina and Rabat town on this guided insider experience, unraveling ancient tales and well-kept secrets around each corner.
Follow an English-speaking local guide around the historic Maltese areas of Mdina and Rabat. Dive deep into their heritage as you hear riveting stories.
Enjoy breathtaking island views from Bastion Square in Mdina and explore St. Paul's Cathedral, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture.
In Rabat, admire a 1st-century Roman Villa and navigate St. Paul’s Catacombs, an expansive underground network of tombs dating back to the 4th century.
Unearth hidden gems, like a local, with your guide who'll help you discover the best spots to relish the street side snack 'pastizzi'.
Did you know? Mdina, also known as the 'Silent City', has been used as a filming location for the popular TV series *Game of Thrones*!
2.5-hour tour of Mdina and Rabat
Expert English-speaking local guide
Mdina Cathedral facade with people walking, part of 2.5-hour guided tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Journey Through Time Like a Local
Kickstart your experience in the ancient walled city of Mdina, once the thriving capital of Malta during the medieval era. As you weave through narrow, winding streets, your local English-speaking guide will introduce you to the city’s medieval and Baroque architecture. Your main stop, Bastion Square is a beautiful vantage point with quaint stone-paved alleys. Just 250 meters away lies St. Paul's Cathedral, a stunning limestone masterpiece with an octagonal dome.
Want to know a fact that's as mysterious as it is intriguing? Due to the capital being shifted to Vittoriosa, Mdina became a ghost town for a while, earning it the moniker of 'Silent City'.
Unearthing Hidden Gems in Rabat
Next, the tour takes you to the historic town of Rabat. Here, you'll dive deep into the St. Paul’s Catacombs, an intricate network of underground tombs dating back to the 4th century AD. Continue to the Roman Villa, where you'll uncover an opulent Roman household frozen in time, complete with vibrant mosaics and archaeological relics dating back to the 1st century BC. As the day concludes, your guide will divulge the best spot to enjoy 'pastizzi', a delicious Maltese snack, adding a culinary delight to this historical immersion.
Itinerary
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Mdina
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St. Paul’s Cathedral
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Bastion Square
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Rabat
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St. Paul’s Catacombs
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Roman Villa
Main gate of Mdina, Malta, with stone archway and flag, seen on a guided tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Mdina Gate entrance with stone lions, part of the 2.5-hour guided tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Mdina Cathedral facade with people walking, part of 2.5-hour guided tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Main gate of Mdina, Malta, with stone archway and flag, seen on a guided tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Mdina Gate entrance with stone lions, part of the 2.5-hour guided tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Mdina city walls and gardens on a sunny day during a 2.5-hour guided tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Important Information
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It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
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Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility.
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Pets and guide dogs are allowed.
Restrictions
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The experience is not accessible for strollers.
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Infants are not allowed to sit on laps, and there are no infant seats available.
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Strict Dress Code: If entering churches, shoulders and knees must be covered.
Mdina Gate and city walls in Malta under a blue sky.
Mdina historic building facade with ornate architecture on guided tour.
Mdina city walls and gardens on a sunny day during a 2.5-hour guided tour of Mdina and Rabat.
Mdina Gate and city walls in Malta under a blue sky.
Mdina historic building facade with ornate architecture on guided tour.
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