Malta

15 Best Three Cities Tours

Across the harbour from Valletta sit Birgu, Senglea and Cospicua, and this list gathers the tours that link all three. The Knights settled here decades before Valletta existed, so the lanes feel older and quieter. Arrive by traditional dgħajsa water taxi if you can; it is half the fun.

1.Malta: The Three Fortified Cities Tour including Boat Trip

Discover Malta’s historic fortified cities and Grand Harbour on a guided tour with boat trip, offering stunning views, expert guides, and authentic charm.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Our guide, Elizabeth was fantastic. She has a huge knowledge, great sense of humour and is really nice and friendly. It was one of the best guided tours in Malta.”

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3.Valletta & Three Cities Harbour Cruise

Discover Malta’s stunning coastline on a modern catamaran cruise, exploring Valletta and the Three Cities with live commentary and scenic stops.

★ 4.0

“Great trip to see a lot of history around Malta. Boat was excellent as was the guide and information provided”

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7.Malta Small-Group Three Cities Tour (Mar )

Hear the echoes of history in Malta's Three Cities Tour - where ancient secrets await beneath the Mediterranean sun.

★ 5.0

“Was a great wander around the 3 cities with lots of information about the history of the area. Any questions were answered with great consideration given to the average weather we had with a few times where we had some rain. Totally suggest getting the…”

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8.Three Cities guided tour including harbour boat tour

Discover Malta’s Three Cities with a guided tour that includes walking, coach rides, and a traditional harbor boat cruise—ideal for history lovers and scenic explorers.

★ 4.0

“Loved every bit of it! It was the perfect mix of guided tours and free time. Plus, the cities themselves are just stunning—Spain never disappoints!”

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10.Three Cities Walking Tour Incl. Entrance to Inquisitors Palace

Historical mysteries await on the Three Cities Walking Tour, where the enigmatic Inquisitor's Palace holds secrets that will intrigue and captivate.

★ 5.0

“We truly enjoyed this experience! Take a walk with a small group and an engaging, personable guide who clearly enjoys her job and her city. Hear the details of the inquisition and see the terrible methods for how they got the "truth" out of people.…”

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11.The Three Fortified Cities of Malta Half Day Tour Incl. Boat Trip and Transfers

Glimpse into the captivating past of Malta's fortified cities, where intrigue awaits at every turn.

★ 4.0

“It's a walking tour with a beautiful boat ride for 30mins in a traditional Maltese boat. Be prepared to walk. We did on 7th June2025(this month) at 10am. It was a warm day. I suggest in summer months pick an evening tour as it was…”

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15.Birgu (Vittoriosa) Ghost and Crime Tour

Discover the haunted side of Birgu with this guided ghost and crime tour, exploring Malta’s dark history through storytelling and stunning nighttime views.

★ 5.0

“Alesia shared fantastic stories and took us to see beautiful sights at night. The city is stunning at night. This was the 3rd tour we did with her (we also did the Mdina/Basat ans the food tour) and they’ve all been great. Thanks so much…”

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