Stories of the Strange in Valletta - Walking Tour
Overview
Take a walk around Valletta’s back streets and discover its strange and dirty past.
The tour begins from the Courts of Justice on Republic Street, where you’ll hear how the city’s former police station was haunted.
You’ll also see exactly where the plague of 1813 broke out, hear about the priest who poisoned his dinner party guests.
You’ll hear of the scandalous life of Grand Master Pinto, leader of the Knights of Malta, and why some Maltese thought he was a vampire.
You’ll also learn the strange reason why a knight of Malta went to the ballet but ended up being arrested.
The tour will also explain the knights’ fascination with poo and how they used it as a weapon.
You’ll learn the incredible secret hidden by a top British surgeon who lived in Malta – and how his landlord accidentally guessed it.
All this and more on the Stories of the Strange in Valletta tour.
PLEASE NOTE: The tour takes in much of the city, so it involves plenty of walking.
What's Included
- Dark history stories from Malta's capital city
Meeting Location
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Republic Street, Valletta VLT 1434, Malta
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Il-Belt Valletta, Malta
We end the tour in front of the Grand Master’s Palace which is in the centre of Valletta.
What To Expect
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Valletta
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Dark history stories from Malta's capital city.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Stories of the Strange in Valletta - Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Stories of the Strange in Valletta – Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Dark history stories from Malta's capital city
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
