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The Dark History of Valletta - Walking Tour
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Malta
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Valletta is an old city, with dark stories to tell.
This walking tour begins at the statue of Jean de Valette behind the Royal Opera House.
You’ll discover the truth about this legendary and fearsome man, the founder of Malta’s capital – and how he didn’t actually like Malta.
You’ll also discover how the ghost of 16th Century knight Oliver Starkey haunted a house in the 1990s, and how he’s still causing trouble there today.
See the place where people were once punished in public, and learn why a large metal hook found in a Valletta side street has a link to the famous British Admiral Lord Nelson.
You’ll also hear the shocking letter a lovesick man sent to the woman he was obsessed wit...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Dark history stories from Malta's capital city
Meeting Points
Departure
Pjazza Jean de Vallette
The tour begins at the statue of Jean de Valette, behind the Royal Opera House. Mario, your guide, will be dressed in black with blood-red trainers...
Return
Grandmaster Palace Courtyard
The tour ends right in the heart of Valletta, close to bars and restaurants - perfect for a post-tour drink or bite to eat.
Important Information
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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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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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Valletta is an old city, with dark stories to tell.
This walking tour begins at the statue of Jean de Valette behind the Royal Opera House.
You’ll discover the truth about this legendary and fearsome man, the founder of Malta’s capital – and how he didn’t actually like Malta.
You’ll also discover how the ghost of 16th Century knight Oliver Starkey haunted a house in the 1990s, and how he’s still causing trouble there today.
See the place where people were once punished in public, and learn why a large metal hook found in a Valletta side street has a link to the famous British Admiral Lord Nelson.
You’ll also hear the shocking letter a lovesick man sent to the woman he was obsessed wit...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Dark history stories from Malta's capital city
Meeting Points
Departure
Pjazza Jean de Vallette
The tour begins at the statue of Jean de Valette, behind the Royal Opera House. Mario, your guide, will be dressed in black with blood-red trainers...
Return
Grandmaster Palace Courtyard
The tour ends right in the heart of Valletta, close to bars and restaurants - perfect for a post-tour drink or bite to eat.
Itinerary
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Valletta
Your dark history walking tour will take in the streets of Malta's capital city, Valletta.
You'll hear how the ghost of 16th Century knight Oliver Starkey threw parties in the 1990s - and how he was eventually persuaded to stop disturbing the neighbours; the shocking letter that a lovesick man sent to his lover shortly before he murdered her; and why over a hundred boys entered a church but never came out.
You’ll also learn the truth about Jean de Valette, the founder of Malta's capital city, and the hidden meanings behind a grotesque statue that watches over the people in Valletta, right above their heads.
All this, and more, on the Dark History of Valletta walking tour.
