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Exceptional tour and guide
Wayne Gallia is a phenomenal guide. He is very knowledgeable and brought an exceptional friendliness to the tour. The entire experience was well done and made our stay in Malta much more meaningful.
Mdina and Rabat Private Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $344 / person
- Location
- Mdina
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 44 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Colour my Travel
- Meeting point
- Mdina Gate, VCM3+V9W, Mdina, MaltaLook out for the guide in yellow umbrella!
Description
Take a journey back in time with this private Mdina Tour, admiring the magnificent palazzos and churches in the city’s unique mix of medieval and baroque styles, as well as the spectacular panoramas from the high bastion walls. You will learn about the colourful history of Mdina and the many sieges it endured, offering shelter and protection to the Maltese population against the frequent pirate attacks; and hear the story of how the Maltese uprising against the French in 1798 started.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Mdina Main Gate - Baroque gateway
Meet the guide at the starting point.
National Museum of Natural History
What is the story behind this building?
Church St. Agatha - Sant' Agatha
Listen to the legend of how Mdina was saved from tragedy.
Inguanez Street
Take in the impressive Palazzo Inguanez - home to one of Malta's oldest noble families.
Pjazza Mesquita
Scenes from which famous TV series were filmed here?
Banca Giuratale
Admire the beautiful Baroque facade of the former town hall.
Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Paul
The traditional seat of the Bishops of Malta.
Bastion Square
Admire the impressive panorama from one of the highest points on the island.
Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum
Who was the man behind the setting up of this beautiful house museum?
Carmelite Priory Mdina
Enjoy a visit to the historic church dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
Palazzo Santa Sofia
See the oldest still standing building in the city.
Greek's Gate
End the tour at the oldest surviving gate in Mdina.
Mdina Old City
This Mdina Tour will have allowed you to view the city with a professional guide.
What's included
Included
Private tour
Professional guide
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
44 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mdina and Rabat Private Walking Tour take?
Mdina and Rabat Private Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 13 stops.
How much does Mdina and Rabat Private Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $344 per person for this Mdina experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Mdina and Rabat Private Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Mdina Gate, VCM3+V9W, Mdina, Malta. Look out for the guide in yellow umbrella! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Mdina and Rabat Private Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Mdina and Rabat Private Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 44 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Colour my Travel.
Reviews(44)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
D
2026 tour
Again Douglas was our tour guide and again very informative and funny. I particularly loved the Catacombs and WW 1 shelter. Soooo good.
G
Best tour guide Douglas. Depth of knowledge and warm personality.
Read about the history before going to enrich your experience. Weather is hot and sunny. Wear accordingly
3
Great tour and amazing guide!
Carmel was incredibly knowledgeable and amazing. He had a great sense of humor, and the tour was well paced!
Operator response
Thank you for your review! We are glad that you enjoyed your Mdina tour with Carmel. Hope to see you again in the future.
X
Great walking tour
Carmel was a great guide, very interesting tour. Thank you
Operator response
Thank you for your review! Glad you enjoyed your tour with Carmel.
T
Mdina / Rabat
Mathew was our amazing guide! He is an encyclopedia of information! Professional, friendly, open to any question … I could listen to him all day!! I have done other tours with Colour My Travel. All the guides are equally impressive! I highly recommend this company and any tour they offer.
Operator response
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation! Glad that you enjoyed the Mdina and Rabat walking tour with Matthew and we hope to see you another time in other Colour my Travel tours!
C
Great daytime tour in Mdina & Rabat
Great walking tour with Carmel. Lots of historical facts about Mdina and Robat. Definitely recommend this tour. Enjoy!
Operator response
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation! Glad that you enjoyed our Mdina and Rabat walking tour and we hope to see you another time!
C
Outstanding tour - educational & very interesting. Excellent guide!
Outstanding tour. Carmel was so knowledgeable & was able to impart this to the group in a clear and also entertaining way. Great history of Malta provided on this tour with a focus on Mdina/Rabat and so many things to be seen. Loved it!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your walking tour of Mdina and Rabat and that Carmel's knowledge and engaging storytelling brought the rich history of the area to life. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back on another Colour My Travel experience in Malta soon!
S
Walking tour
Carmel was very good at clear at explaining all the wonderful history around this area. The tour is mainly over level ground and the guide found shade whenever possible..
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your private walking tour of Mdina and Rabat with Carmel, and that his clear explanations and thoughtful choice of shady stops made the experience even more enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back on another Colour My Travel tour soon!
J
Would definitely recommend
Our family had a great morning with Carmen on our walking tour. He did a great job giving us interesting information. The pace was appropriate and we thought it was a great value for the money we paid.
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