Valletta in 6 hours

Valletta is a walking city: walls, gardens, St John's Co-Cathedral and the old-town lanes on an easy port day.

ExploraGo Team

Published on October 1, 2026

Stops

1
transport
Valletta cruise terminal (Valletta Waterfront)
25 min · — · On arrival
The cruise quay lies below the city walls; a public lift links it to the upper city.
2
activity
Upper Barrakka Gardens and Saluting Battery
55 min · Gardens free; saluting battery ~€3 · Battery 10:00–16:00
Views over Grand Harbour; the cannon fires at noon and 4pm.
Tips
Time your visit for the midday cannon salute
3
activity
St John's Co-Cathedral
65 min · €15 · Mon–Sat 9:30–16:304.7
Baroque interior with two Caravaggios: the Beheading of St John and St Jerome.
Tips
The audio guide is included and worth it
4
shopping
Republic Street and the historic centre
75 min · Free · All day
The pedestrian spine of Valletta with cafés, shops and the Knights' auberges.
Tips
Duck into the side streets for quieter squares
5
activity
Fort St Elmo and the National War Museum
65 min · €10 · 9:00–17:00
A fortress guarding the harbour entrance, with the story of the Great Siege.
Tips
The ramparts offer good harbour views
6
transport
Return to the cruise terminal
40 min · — · Before all-aboard
Head back to the quay by lift or on foot down the wall ramps.
Take care
Allow time for the lift or the walk down before all-aboard