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Welcome to Valletta - the magnificent capital city of Malta! A UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety, regarded by many as an open air museum and with a history spanning almost 5 centuries, Valletta is undoubtedly one of the most amazing cities you will ever visit! How did this great city come into being ? what makes Valletta so unique ? who were the Knights of Malta ?, and what about the British period ?, during this walking tour you will learn how it all began, how it evolved over the centuries and about the events which shaped Valletta into the city that it is today. This walk will take you past the city’s main landmarks as well as off the beaten track. In approximately 3 hours you will see and learn about Valletta’s most notorious buildings as well as about its hidden charms. The tour concludes with a guided visit of the St. John’s Co-Cathedral*, this marvellous 16th century cathedral was originally the conventual church of the knights of Malta, built in just five years and embellished over the span of more than two hundred years, it was gradually transformed into a spectacular work of art. No expense was spared in creating this wonder, as the knights commissioned only the top artists and sculptors of the day. The rather austere façade gives no clue of all the beauty that lies inside this cathedral. St. John’s Co-Cathedral is a church like no other, a church of awesome beauty coupled with an interesting and unique history, with its many treasures and adorned interior it is unquestionably one of the most magnificent cathedrals in the World. The cathedral also houses &#39;&#39;The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist’&#39;&#39; by Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio - one of the greatest painters who ever lived, considered one of Caravaggio’s greatest masterpieces, it is the only work signed by the painter. During this tour we will walk by various landmarks, some of the highlights include: Valletta City Gate, Parliament Of Malta, Castille Square, Upper Barrakka Gardens, Merchants Street, St. John’s Co-Cathedral (including the inside of the Cathedral), Castellania, Old University, Palace Square, Republic Square, Valletta’s side streets and many more. *The entrance fee to the St. John’s Co-Cathedral is not included in the price, the tickets can be purchased on spot on the day of the tour. This price of the ticket is: €15 (adults), €12 (seniors 60&#43; years), €12 (student), children under 12 years are free of charge when accompanied by an adult (price of tickets can change without prior notice).

Valletta Walking Tour & Guided Tour Of St. John's Co-Cathedral (3+ Hours)

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Hosted By Robert Arrigo and Sons Ltd