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Half-Day Guided Tour of The Three Fortified Cities with Boat Tour

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.
Narrow street in one of the Three Fortified Cities, lined with historic stone buildings and potted plants.
Harbor view of The Three Fortified Cities with boats and historic buildings in Malta.

Duration

3 hr 30 min

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    • Explore three fortified cities that together map over four centuries of military, maritime, and urban evolution in Malta.

    • Follow your guide as they decode how Vittoriosa’s streets, bastions, and waterfront were shaped by the Knights of St. John.

    • See the scenic old town turn into a story of siege strategy, naval power, and daily life inside a fortress city.

    • Hop aboard a traditional frejgatina and glide through the harbour creeks, completing the picture of Malta’s fortified cities from the water.

    • From sea level, take in the full scale and design of the bastions, an operational vantage once used to defend and control the Grand Harbour.

    • Half-day tour of the Three Fortified Cities

    • An expert guide available in English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish (as per option selected)

    • Boat tour on a traditional "frejgatina"

    • Round-trip hotel transfers

    • AC vehicle

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

  • Uncover Malta’s fortified harbour cities on a guided half-day tour that blends history, culture, and coastal views.

    Getting started

    Begin with a convenient hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle. Confirm your pickup time in advance and meet your guide at the designated location.

    What to expect

    • Cospicua: Drive past this double-fortified harbour city, known for its impressive dockyards and defensive lines built by the Knights of St. John.

    • Vittoriosa: Step into one of Malta’s oldest cities with a guided walk through narrow, winding streets. Discover historic buildings, waterfront views, and stories of its role during the Great Siege of 1565.

    • Harbour creeks boat tour: Board a traditional Maltese frejgatina for a relaxing cruise through the colourful harbour creeks, offering a unique perspective of the fortifications and waterfront.

    • Senglea: End your tour at this historic peninsula city. Visit Gardjola Gardens for sweeping 360° views of the Grand Harbour and Fort St. Angelo.

  • What to bring

    • Please carry a valid ID for verification purposes.

    What’s not allowed

    • Pets, luggage, large bags are not permitted on the tour.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.

    Additional information

    • Boat ride is weather-dependent.
    • 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.

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