Malta

La Valletta cruise port: what to do in 9 h

Everything for your call in La Valletta: the real time ashore, the shore excursions, the ships expected and the weather of each month.

Practical information for La Valletta

Coordinates: 35° 53.9′ N, 14° 30.8′ E

What to do in La Valletta with your time ashore

Ideas that fit in 9 h ashore, the return aboard included.

Culture 4 h

Valletta and Saint John's Co-Cathedral

Easily reachable on foot or via the Barrakka Lift from the pier. Plan 3 to 4 hours to wander the streets and visit the co-cathedral.
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Walk 4 h 30

Mdina, the Silent City

Located 30 minutes by road from Valletta port. Allow 3 hours on site to wander through its medieval ramparts.
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Nature 3 h 30

The Blue Grotto and sea cliffs

Around 25 minutes away by taxi or bus. Plan 2 hours on site to enjoy the viewpoints and a boat trip.
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Culture 4 h

Valletta and St John's Co-Cathedral

Accessible on foot or via the Barrakka lift a few minutes from the dock. Plan 3 to 4 hours to visit the co-cathedral and the Upper Barrakka Gardens.
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Nature 4 h 30

Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk

About a 25-minute transfer from the cruise terminal. Plan 3 hours for the boat trip to the caves and the fishing market.
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Culture 4 h

Mdina and Rabat in the Heart of the Island

A 30-minute drive from the port by taxi or bus, allow about 3 hours to wander through the ancient capital.
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Ships expected in La Valletta

In port right now: Carnival Freedom, MSC Musica, MSC Opera.

51 calls planned over the next 30 days, from the published itineraries.

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