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Mysteries and Histories of Mdina - Walking Tour
(36) Reviews
Malta
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Mdina is a gem of the Maltese islands – but every diamond was rough at some point.
Learn why people used to spit on an ancient statue as they entered the city and why invading pirates once tried to trick the citizens of Mdina with free bread.
See the chapel where St Agatha once granted a miracle to save the city, and hear of the terrible crimes carried out by a rich man who wanted revenge on his lover.
You’ll also get to see where a huge pile of gold coins was found buried beneath Mdina, and learn why a ghostly bride photo-bombs happy couples in these narrow streets.
Finally, at the end of the tour, you’ll discover why a woman once rode a donkey through the city while being whipped.
Al...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Stories from Mdina's dark past
Meeting Points
Departure
Joseph Howard Memorial
The tour begins at the Joseph Howard statue, to the left of Mdina Gate bridge. Mario, your guide, will be dressed in black with blood-red trainers...
Return
Piazza del Bastione
We will end the tour on the bastions of Mdina, at the furthest point into the city.
Mysteries and Histories of Mdina - Walking Tour
(36) Reviews
Malta
About
Mdina is a gem of the Maltese islands – but every diamond was rough at some point.
Learn why people used to spit on an ancient statue as they entered the city and why invading pirates once tried to trick the citizens of Mdina with free bread.
See the chapel where St Agatha once granted a miracle to save the city, and hear of the terrible crimes carried out by a rich man who wanted revenge on his lover.
You’ll also get to see where a huge pile of gold coins was found buried beneath Mdina, and learn why a ghostly bride photo-bombs happy couples in these narrow streets.
Finally, at the end of the tour, you’ll discover why a woman once rode a donkey through the city while being whipped.
Al...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Stories from Mdina's dark past
Meeting Points
Departure
Joseph Howard Memorial
The tour begins at the Joseph Howard statue, to the left of Mdina Gate bridge. Mario, your guide, will be dressed in black with blood-red trainers...
Return
Piazza del Bastione
We will end the tour on the bastions of Mdina, at the furthest point into the city.
Itinerary
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Mdina Old City
The dark history of Mdina will be brought to life as you walk around this ancient city, through its narrow streets, charming squares and finally onto its fortifications.
1 hour
2
Mdina Main Gate - Baroque gateway
We'll hear dark history stories relating to the historic Mdina Gate, made even more famous by its appearance in Game of Thrones.
15 minutes
3
Mdina Metropolitan Cathedral Museum
Hear why a 16th Century bishop once ordered his men to beat up the priests in this cathedral, and learn of the ghost story that's associated with it.
20 minutes
4
Mdina - City Walls
We'll end the tour on the city walls, where you'll hear how the defending forces fooled the Ottoman soldiers in the Great Siege of 1565.
