Half-Day Guided Tour of The Three Fortified Cities with Boat Tour
Half-Day Guided Tour of The Three Fortified Cities with Boat Tour
Duration: 3.5 hours
3.5 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
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
Convenient pick-up at your location
Convenient pick-up at your location
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Uncover Malta's historic charm with a guided tour of the Three Fortified Cities, complete with round-trip hotel transfers and a picturesque boat ride.
Embark on a half-day guided tour to explore the Three Fortified Cities of Malta – Vittoriosa, Senglea, and Cospicua with round-trip hotel transfers.
Stroll through the narrow winding streets of the Three Cities, uncovering captivating treasures, historic churches, and buildings
Cap off the tour with a delightful cruise on a traditional Maltese ‘frejgatina,’ sailing through the colorful harbor creeks.
Choose to embark on this historical guided tour in English, Spanish, German, French, or Italian.
Fun Fact: Vittoriosa, the first home of the Knights of St. John, was originally named Birgu, and forms part of the Cottonera district with Senglea and Cospicua.
Half-day tour of the Three Fortifies Cities
Expert guides (English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish)
Boat tour
Round-trip hotel transfers
AC vehicle
Traditional boats on the water with a view of the Three Fortified Cities in Malta.
Discover Malta's Historic Heart
Embark on a captivating journey into Malta's past with this half-day guided tour, commencing with a convenient hotel pick-up in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Your licensed tour guide, well-versed in the island's history, will escort you to Vittoriosa, Senglea, and Cospicua—cities that have witnessed centuries of Maltese history. Begin your tour with a panoramic drive past Cospicua, the largest of the Three Cities and known for its large dockyards and fortifications.
Next, explore Vittoriosa’s architectural treasures, including the historic Inquisitor's Palace and the ornate St. Lawrence's Church. The origins of the city date back to medieval times when Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, and more contributed to the development of the city. Traverse the narrow, winding streets and discover a plethora of historic churches and buildings.
Maritime Delights and Majestic Views
Embark on a serene boat ride on a traditional Maltese ‘frejgatina’, allowing you to drink in the splendor of these fortified cities from the vibrant harbor creeks. Your last stop is at Senglea which was joined by a land bridge to Cospicua leading to the peninsular formation. Ascend to Senglea's Gardjola Gardens, where the watchtower offers panoramic vistas of the Grand Harbour and Fort Saint Angelo. The tower's eye and ear symbols tell an intriguing tale of its role in safeguarding the harbor. Immerse yourself in this rich history and return to your hotel with unforgettable memories of Malta's heart.
Boats docked in a marina with historic buildings in the Three Fortified Cities, Malta.
Historic buildings and clock tower in the Three Fortified Cities, Malta, with colorful banners.
Traditional boats on the water with a view of the Three Fortified Cities in Malta.
Boats docked in a marina with historic buildings in the Three Fortified Cities, Malta.
Historic buildings and clock tower in the Three Fortified Cities, Malta, with colorful banners.
Historic buildings in The Three Fortified Cities, Malta, showcasing traditional architecture.
Important Information
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Facilities: Pram/Stroller Accessibility.
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The boat tour of the harbour creeks is done subject to favourable weather conditions on the day of the tour.
Narrow street in one of the Three Fortified Cities, lined with historic stone buildings and potted plants.
Row of historic cannons at a fortified city, part of a guided tour with boat trip.
Historic buildings in The Three Fortified Cities, Malta, showcasing traditional architecture.
Narrow street in one of the Three Fortified Cities, lined with historic stone buildings and potted plants.
Row of historic cannons at a fortified city, part of a guided tour with boat trip.
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