Mdina & Rabat Walking Tour: Malta's Silent City & Village
Historical tour of Malta’s former capital Mdina and neighboring Rabat: we trace the story of medieval power and faith inside the walled city, see the Mdina Gate, St Paul’s Cathedral, Palazzo Falson and the bastions, then move to Rabat for St Paul’s Catacombs.
Basic Information
Total time
2h 30m
Language
English, Spanish (check the calendar for availability)
Price
„Pay what you wish” tours do not have a fixed price. It is up to you to evaluate your guide’s work and reward it. Some people give 10€, others 50€ depending on their satisfaction and abilities.
Meeting point
Mdina city main gate Nearest public transport: Ir-Rabat - Mdina bus stop; Ir-Rabat - Rabat 4 bus stop
Additional info
☂︎ This tour is organised by Authentic Malta guides.
Booking rules
Booking is obligatory. Our pay as you wish tours are designed for individual travellers and small groups. We don’t accept parties of more than 5 people on them. If you travel in a party of 6 or more (school groups, bigger groups of friends etc.), please choose a paid option of 10€ per person or book a Private Tour. For more information on the latter, please contact us.
About the tour
Mdina, the old capital city of Malta, is exactly that: the place from where the nobility and the church controlled the island, protected by impregnable walls against enemy attacks. It is one of the most beautiful and well-preserved European medieval towns, selected as a setting by producers of movies and TV series like Game of Thrones, “Troy” and “Gladiator”! Coming here you will immediately understand why: the old narrow alleyways every now and then opening into charming squares or leading you to bastions with spectacular views haven’t changed much from the days when knights and lords walked them.
Mdina has managed to do the impossible – to keep the passage of time away, there are no modern shops here, no neon lights… Right under the walled city of Mdina there is Rabat – a charming village full of colourful doors and balconies and quaint streets. It grew around the city, built by those who couldn’t afford a palace inside of the walls, but wanted to be close by in the (likely) case of an attack.
During the tour we will visit both: Mdina and Rabat, weaving a fascinating story of the town, the village and their former inhabitants, stories that shaped Maltese traditions, beliefs and the essence of who we are today. It is a visit no one should miss if they really want to understand the soul of Malta.
Highlights
- 1
Mdina, the Silent City
Explore Malta's ancient walled capital, a beautifully preserved medieval town once home to noble families.
- 2
Charming Rabat
Discover the quaint village outside Mdina's walls, known for its colourful doors and winding streets.
- 3
Famous Film Locations
See real-life settings for productions like Game of Thrones, Gladiator, and Troy in the ancient city.
- 4
Medieval Alleyways
Wander through narrow, winding streets that have remained unchanged since the time of knights and lords.
- 5
The City Bastions
Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the island from the top of Mdina's impressive defensive fortifications.
- 6
Stories of the Knights
Hear tales of the legendary knights and lords who once walked these very streets and defended the city.
7Maltese Traditions
Learn how stories from these towns shaped the traditions and beliefs of the Maltese people today.
Map
Mdina city main gate Nearest public transport: Ir-Rabat - Mdina bus stop; Ir-Rabat - Rabat 4 bus stop
