Malta’s cuisine and history are deeply intertwined, both reflecting the island’s rich and diverse past. This engaging walking tour blends culture with street food, offering a unique way to explore Valletta while tasting authentic Maltese delicacies. Your local guide will bring the city’s history to life with fascinating stories and hidden details you might otherwise miss.

Stroll through Valletta’s charming streets, passing iconic landmarks such as Republic Street, Castille Square, Merchants Street, Upper Barrakka Gardens, and the old market. Along the way, discover traditional bars and side streets while indulging in local favourites such as the famous “Pastizzi,” Maltese appetisers, sweets, and drinks.

This experience is perfect for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike, providing valuable insights into Malta’s culinary heritage. Your guide will also share recommendations on must-try dishes, ensuring you make the most of your time on the island.

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

9:30 AM is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pick-up location and pick-up time. The pickup time can vary depending on where you are staying.

Since vehicles are not allowed to access the Valletta city centre (City Gate area), our driver will drop you off in front of the Phoenicia Hotel in Valletta. From there, you will need to walk a few meters (a 3-minute walk) to the tour's meeting point, which is in front of the new Parliament Building, located not far from the entrance to the city. You can find the Google directions from the Phoenicia Hotel to the meeting point here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/97MeoBbwafLSNi38A

The tour will start at 9:30 AM. The meeting point is in front of the new Parliament Building in Valletta.

The tour will end at approximately 1:00 PM. Your return transfer will be scheduled for 1:45 PM from in front of the Phoenicia Hotel (the same location where you were dropped off in the morning).

Your tour guide will be holding a City Walking Tours Malta sign or a red umbrella.

The menu may change depending on the venue, time of year (seasonal food), and festivities (such as Christmas, Easter, etc.). Items like rabbit ravioli, rabbit liver, almond bones, honey rings, and other local specialities may be included in place of other items on the menu.

Children under the age of 6 are not allowed to join this tour.

Since the food is traditional, we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests, food intolerances, or allergies.