Overview
Discover Malta’s luxurious side while you’re in port on this shore excursion to the palaces and noble houses around Valletta. Malta has a long history with varied influences, including Roman, Greek, Arab, French and British, which has led to some beautiful architecture and sophisticated residences.
As you visit Palazzo Parisio, Casa Rocca Piccola and the Upper Barrakka Gardens, you’ll see frescoes, magnificent marble, mirrored walls, trompe l'oeil art, paintings, extravagant gilding and other fantastic decor.
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- Free cancellation up to 2 days before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Private vehicle
Port pickup and drop-off
Private tour guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Please note the Casa Rocca Piccola is closed on Sundays and public holidays and the Palazzo Parisio is closed on New Year's Day
• Please note the order of sights visited may vary
• Please note all museums are closed on the 24th, 25th and 31st December, the 1st January and on Good Friday
• Please note certain sites of interest may be closed or have restricted entrance hours on certain days, in which case the utmost will be done to replace the visit with another site of interest
Opening hours are:
08:30 - 13:00 Monday to Friday
13:45 - 17:00 Monday to Friday
What to expect
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Upper Barrakka Gardens
10 min
From these gardens you can enjoy unrivalled views across one of the world's largest and deepest natural harbours, Grand Harbour, and over to the Three Cities.
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Casa Rocca Piccola
1 hour
This 16th century palazzo is a private residence, which is open to the public. The value of Casa Rocca Piccola lies in its ability to provide unique historical evidence into the customs and traditions of the Maltese nobility over the last 400 years. You can also see a collection of furniture, silver and paintings that add to the aesthetic riches of this country.
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Palazzo Parisio & Gardens
1 hour
Palazzo Parisio is a stately home with a history, architecture and interior unique in Malta. The house owes its splendour to the Marquis Giuseppe Scicluna, whose vision and passion in the late 1890s inspired its magnificent interior. Described as a miniature Versailles, this opulent house is a showcase of Maltese craftsmanship at the turn of the 19th century. It houses the most ornate ballroom on the Islands, lavishly-decorated ceilings and frescoes, magnificent antique furniture, paintings and bronzes. Its gardens originally stretched for half a mile, and today are still an impressive example of classic, baroque formality. The Palazzo has been carefully restored by the family and is open to the public.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 2 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Malta).
Additional Information
- Face masks must be worn in vehicles and in museums
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Malta Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Historic Palaces and Noble Homes
How long does Malta Shore Excursion take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Private vehicle
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Private tour guide
What's not included?
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Which places does it visit?
It visits Upper Barrakka Gardens, Casa Rocca Piccola, Palazzo Parisio & Gardens.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by A.von Brockdorff Services Ltd.
