Woman sitting by colorful boats in Marsaxlokk Fishing Village, Malta.
Fisherman handling nets at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village market, Malta.
Marsaxlokk fishing boats and Sunday market with church in background, Malta.
Stall with local wines and preserves at Marsaxlokk Sunday Market, Malta.
Blue Grotto sea cave with clear blue water and rocky cliffs in Malta.
Blue Grotto cliffs and sea view at sunset, Malta.
Tourists at a café near a historic church in Marsaxlokk village, Malta.

Marsaxlokk Fishing Village & Sunday Market, Blue Grotto & Qrendi Guided Tour

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Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

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Explore Marsaxlokk, Malta's largest fishing village, with this guided tour where you'll experience its vibrant history and culture firsthand. Discover traditional "luzzu" boats in the harbor alongside larger vessels while enjoying a knowledgeable guide fluent in English, German, French, Spanish, or Italian. Don't miss out on strolling through Marsaxlokk’s renowned Sunday market by the waterfront to enjoy delicious local cuisine at nearby restaurants and cafes.

Explore the charming Marsaxlokk fishing village, renowned for its vibrant "luzzu" fishing boats, on a guided tour.

This 5-hour tour offers AC transport with hotel transfers and the option to select guides fluent in English, German, French, Spanish, or Italian.

Opt for a 20-min boat ride to explore the Blue Grotto, including the Honeymoon Cave and the Reflection Cave, for an additional fee.

End the tour in Qrendi, a tranquil Maltese village rich in attractions, including the main square, parish church, and band club.

Fun Fact: Iconic Filming Location: The Blue Grotto has been featured in various films such as The Count of Monte Cristo, Brad Pitt starring Troy.

Marsaxlokk Fishing Village, Sunday Market & Qrendi guided tour

Expert English, German, French, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide

Hotel pick-up & drop-off (from your Hotel or a very close meeting point to your accommodation)

All transportation in air-conditioned vehicles

Optional boat trip at the Blue Grotto (to be paid on location)

Food and drinks

Woman sitting by colorful boats in Marsaxlokk Fishing Village, Malta.

Woman sitting by colorful boats in Marsaxlokk Fishing Village, Malta.

Fishing village experience

Get a ride from your hotel and kick off your trip by visiting the village of Marsaxlokk, biggest fishing spot in Malta and has been that way for a very long time. You'll have a guide who can speak English, German, French, Spanish, or Italian, and they'll be with you as you check out the colorful traditional fishing boats called "luzzu" and the larger fishing ships in the harbor. Stroll through the renowned Sunday market along the waterfront, where you can find delicious restaurants and cozy cafes. The market offers a wide variety of items, including fish, local honey, jams, sweets, local beverages, souvenirs, clothing, shoes, traditional crafts, jewelry, and much more.

Explore hidden gems of Malta

Your next stop is the Żurrieq Valley, where you’ll explore the breathtaking Blue Grotto, a group of 7 caves along the southern coast of the island. What makes the Blue Grotto special is that from sunrise until about 1pm, the cave's location allows sunlight to create various shades of brilliant blue in the water. You can experience this magical sight with a 20-minute boat ride for an additional fee.

End the tour by visiting Qrendi, a quaint and untouched Maltese village, where your guide will help you explore this peaceful place. Even though it's small and has only around 2,700 residents, it's filled with attractions, such as the main square to the heart of the village with its parish church and band club.

Fisherman handling nets at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village market, Malta.

Fisherman handling nets at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village market, Malta.

Marsaxlokk fishing boats and Sunday market with church in background, Malta.

Marsaxlokk fishing boats and Sunday market with church in background, Malta.

Stall with local wines and preserves at Marsaxlokk Sunday Market, Malta.

Stall with local wines and preserves at Marsaxlokk Sunday Market, Malta.

What to bring

  • It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

Accessibility

  • This experience is Pram/stroller accessible.

Additional note

  • The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your Hotel or meeting point.

  • The tour will be guided in the language you have booked; however, please note that, at times, depending on operational circumstances, the commentary might be provided by a multilingual guide (limited to a maximum of 2 languages).

  • The tour operator reserves the right to change the order of the visits without any prior notice.

  • The boat trip at the Blue Grotto is optional (to be paid on location), and it’s always subject to favorable weather conditions.

  • The tour operator may change the village location for the walk without prior notice.

Blue Grotto sea cave with clear blue water and rocky cliffs in Malta.

Blue Grotto sea cave with clear blue water and rocky cliffs in Malta.

Blue Grotto cliffs and sea view at sunset, Malta.

Blue Grotto cliffs and sea view at sunset, Malta.

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FAQs

Food and drinks are not included; however, you can find a variety of restaurants and cafes along Marsaxlokk's waterfront to enjoy during your visit.
There is an option to pay on location for a 20-minute boat trip at the Blue Grotto which includes visiting the Honeymoon Cave and Reflection Cave.
This experience lasts for about 5 hours including transport and hotel transfers.
It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes as there will be a fair amount of walking involved in this activity.
You'll explore Marsaxlokk fishing village, enjoy the Sunday market along the waterfront, take an optional boat ride to Blue Grotto and Qrendi Village with its main square, parish church, and band club.
Yes, the experience is accessible to those using prams or strollers.
The tour is guided by an expert who speaks English, German, French, Spanish, or Italian.
All transport during the experience will be provided in air-conditioned vehicles, including hotel transfers.
The iconic filming location has been featured in films such as The Count of Monte Cristo and Troy, starring Brad Pitt. It also includes unique sites like the Honeymoon Cave and Reflection Cave.
Pick-ups and drop-offs are arranged from your hotel or a very close meeting point near your accommodation.

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