PAID CONTENT FOR VISIT MALTA AND HERITAGE MALTA


Malta’s Neolithic period (5900-2500 BC) up until the early Phoenician period (8th-6th Century BC), the museum is the first step to understanding the richness of the land you tread on, its people and their ancestors.


Underground Valletta Beneath the city lies a hidden world of tunnels, shelters and chambers. Used during wartime and for various purposes across centuries, Underground Valletta offers a unique perspective on the city’s resilience and adaptability. Valletta is often called ‘a city built by gentlemen


for gentlemen’, but it could just as easily be described as a city of churches. Within its small area, the city boasts 28 churches, each with its own character and story. The most famous of these is St John’s Co-


Cathedral, a baroque masterpiece built by the Knights. Its plain exterior belies the splendour inside: gilded walls, marble tombstones and Caravaggio’s dramatic painting The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, to name just a few examples.


Beyond its historical and cultural riches, Valletta is


also a hub for food lovers. The city’s streets are lined with restaurants, bistros and coffee shops offering a wide array of cuisines. Whether you crave traditional Maltese dishes like rabbit stew or prefer international flavours, Valletta’s dining scene has something for everyone. Quaint cafes provide the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee and some crunchy pastizzi (savoury pastry) as you watch the world go by, while fine- dining establishments — including MUŻA’s own restaurant — offer meals in historical settings. Valletta isn’t just a city of static monuments;


it’s alive with events and cultural activities throughout the year. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an art lover or simply a curious traveller, there’s always something happening in Valletta to enrich your visit. Heritage Malta regularly organises exhibitions, lectures and tours across its sites, including those in Valletta. These events bring history to life and offer visitors unique opportunities to engage with Malta’s heritage. From themed tours at Fort St Elmo to art workshops at MUŻA, the calendar is rich and varied.


DON’T MISS Explore the Grand Master’s Palace, a masterpiece of baroque architecture, with richly decorated halls and state rooms


Need to know


KEY FACILITIES • Museums & heritage sites managed by Heritage Malta


• Unesco World Heritage city centre • Walkable historic streets & waterfront promenades • Year-round cultural events


KEY ACTIVITIES • Guided heritage walks through Valletta


• Visits to Fort St Elmo & the Grand Master’s Palace


• Art & history exploration at MUŻA & the National Museum of Archaeology


• Cafe-hopping through historic streets & squares


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