Malta
Day 1: Get lost in Valletta
A great way to start your trip is to explore the capital Valletta.
Renzo Piano City Gate project
When entering through the impressive city gate, you won’t immediately feel the historic vibe there. The gate and surrounding buildings were only recently built as part of the Renzo Piano City Gate project. Many residents don’t like the new parliament building that is part of this project and gave it the nickname ‘the cheese grater’ because of its strange shape.
Explore the historical centre of Valletta
Go a little further into the historic center and wander through the cozy Maltese streets with those typical colorful balconies. Soak up the atmosphere and enjoy this beautiful city to the fullest.
Visit Saint John's Cathedral
The main attraction in Valletta is the 16th-century Saint John’s Cathedral which is completely decorated in Baroque style. If you want to visit this attraction, be sure to avoid peak hours.
Theatru Manoel
Another beautiful building that is definitely worth a visit is theatru Manoel. This breathtaking theatre is still used for opera performances. During the day you can visit it for a fee, and take a look behind the scenes.
Discover local art in MUZA
Would you like to discover more about Malta’s contemporary artists? Then you should definitely pay a visit to MUZA where you can find an extensive national art collection.
Upper Barrakka Gardens & Lower Barrakka Gardens
Make your way to Upper Barrakka Gardens to attend the saluting battery at 4pm, where a cannon shot will be fired. In these gardens you can also enjoy a beautiful view over the 3 cities. But it can get a bit crowded there. Would you like to wander around in a more quiet place? Then visit the Lower Barakka Garders where you can also enjoy a walk or break in a beautiful scenery.
Enjoy a stunning view of Valletta from Sliema
End your visit to Valletta with a visit to Sliema where you ‘ll have an impressive view over the capital of Malta.
