Day Trips

Valletta Harbour Cruise

4.1/5(25)

Nicholas P

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

A great way to spend a relaxing few hours seeing Valetta and the three cities from the water. Informative guide and fun trip on the boat around the harbours, especially when they go a bit faster on the open water just outside the harbours. Highly recommend.

Paul W

Group

Verified booking

Jun 2026

This was pretty much the most relaxed unhurried and chilled out tour we've had in a week and a half here in Malta. There was a little confusion with our online ticket as no QR code was issued but it was sorted out by the staff on the boat and we spent a great 90 minutes on the harbour tour. The boat was clean and tidy and the staff were polite and helpful. Thank you for a great tour 😎

Take in Valletta’s twin harbours on a continuous cruise that maps the island’s capital as a fortified maritime hub.

Sail past a ring of bastions and landmark forts; from Fort St. Elmo at Valletta’s tip to the layered defences lining the Grand Harbour and its opposite shores.

Through guided commentary, understand how these isolated structures were part of a defence network shaped by the sieges of 1565 and 1942.

From the water, experience the only vantage that reveals the full scale, alignment, and intent behind Malta’s harbour fortifications in a single sweep.

Valletta twin-harbour sightseeing cruise

English and German speaking guide

Onboard WiFi access, vending machines, restroom facilities and charging ports

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

25 reviews
How do we collect reviews?
These ratings include verified reviews from both Headout guests and our trusted partners who operate this experience locally. All reviews come from real travelers who've taken this experience.
4
19
2
0
0
What our guests say
Paul C
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A great harbour tour, just about the right time length and superb commentry
Nicholas P
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
A great way to spend a relaxing few hours seeing Valetta and the three cities from the water. Informative guide and fun trip on the boat around the harbours, especially when they go a bit faster on the open water just outside the harbours. Highly recommend.
Paul W
Group
Verified booking
Jun 2026
This was pretty much the most relaxed unhurried and chilled out tour we've had in a week and a half here in Malta. There was a little confusion with our online ticket as no QR code was issued but it was sorted out by the staff on the boat and we spent a great 90 minutes on the harbour tour. The boat was clean and tidy and the staff were polite and helpful. Thank you for a great tour 😎
Marta K
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
A great tour. Everything was verycwrkl organized
Julie T
Group
Verified booking
Jul 2026

Experience Malta’s history from its most strategic vantage point—the sea.

Getting started

Arrive at your designated departure point and board your cruise. Present your ticket for validation before stepping aboard.

What to expect

Valletta’s twin harbours: Sail through Marsamxetto Harbour and the Grand Harbour, two natural inlets that shaped Malta’s maritime legacy.

Historic fortifications: Admire imposing forts, battlements, and defensive walls that once protected the island from invasions.

Guided storytelling: Listen to engaging English and German commentary that brings key historical events and landmarks to life.

Scenic waterfront views: Glide past charming creeks and bustling waterfront cities, offering a unique perspective you won’t get on land.

Wrapping up: Your cruise concludes back at the departure point, leaving you with a deeper appreciation of Malta’s past and its coastal beauty.

What to bring

Carry a valid ID for boarding

What’s not allowed

Outside food and drinks are restricted

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.