Location: Valletta
Top Things to do in Valletta
Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Valletta, Island of Malta
Founded in 1565 by the Order of St John as a refuge for soldiers returning from the Crusades, Valletta is now the capital of Malta and a piece of living history. With an unsurpassed collection of original Baroque architecture, fortified city walls overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, and the spectacular Co-Cathedral of St John, which features intricately carved stone vaults and a famed painting by Caravaggio, it is no wonder that this smallest of European capital cities is a world heritage site.
Restaurants in Valletta
1. Old Theatre Street
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
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4.5 based on 315 reviews
Reviewed By I5083PZvincentg
This church is the Domed Basilica next to St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral both are recognized Icons of Valletta's skyline. A very beautiful Church built in the mid 80' over the sight of the older church built and rebuilt over the centuries. Really worth a visit.
3. Old Mint Street
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
4. Barrakka Lift
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4.5 based on 1,270 reviews
The Barrakka Panoramic Lifts are located inside the ditch of the fortifications of Valletta, and it links Lascaris Wharf to St. Peter and Paul Bastion and the Upper Barrakka Gardens. It allows access from the Grand Harbour to the Valletta city. It was first constructed in 2012, on the site of a previous lift (1905 - 1973). In 1905, the lift was constructed out of steel, and it was 60 m high. The lift had two cabins that could hold 12 passengers and tickets cost ½d for military personnel and 1d for other clients. Malta's independence in 1964, took a toll on the lifts as a significant amount of the lift's clients were British military personnel and employees. There were significant losses, stopped operation in 1973 and lifts were demolished in 1983. Plans to construct similar steel structure lifts initiate in 2004, were designed by the local firm Architecture Project and inaugurated in 2012. The lifts facilitate access to the historic centre of Valletta to/from the Grand Harbour.
Reviewed By chrissieb94 - Dorset, United Kingdom
The Barrakka Lift links the Grand Harbour and Waterfront with the city centre above, with its museums and churches, shops and restaurants. It saves time and a long walk uphill and takes just a few seconds! You are charged 1 Euro to go up and it is free to go down. Excellent idea!
5. Republic Street
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
6. Three Cities
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4.5 based on 836 reviews
Reviewed By 87wendywoo - Southampton, United Kingdom
We took the lift from the Upper Barrack gardens down to the Three Cities ferry. The lift down is free and the ascent is included in the ferry ticket. Just a short walk to the ferry which is clearly signposted. The ferry trip takes less than 10 minutes and you get really good views of the huge moored yachts and the harbour. It costs 90 cents return for seniors. When you get off the ferry it is best to turn left and walk along the harbour. There are some cafes to get a drink of meal. It takes about 15 minutes to walk to Fort St Angelo, it’s a lovely walk past some seriously big yachts. There isn’t much shade so I imagine it gets hot in the summer. You can also walk up into Vittoriosa (Birgu) which is very quaint and peaceful. The streets are tiny and it feels like going back in time. It’s a beautiful place to visit and much less crowded than Valletta.
7. St Augustine Church & Priory
8. St George Square
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4.0 based on 572 reviews
Reviewed By 983stevey - Silver Spring, United States
St George Square is an iconic landmark, situated in the heart of Valletta. There are a number of important surrounding buildings. I didn't really take much notice of these. Worth taking photos! The architecture of the buildings are so amazing!
9. Pjazza Teatru Rjal
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4.0 based on 262 reviews
Reviewed By raenettesanjun - Paris, France
the opera house had a direct hit during the war...now it is an open air concert theater with these beautiful treasures welcoming you
