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City Sightseeing Malta Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Optional Harbour Cruise
Activity duration is 1 day
1d+
6.0 out of 10 with 137 reviews
6/10
137 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Gozo & Comino Islands, Blue Lagoon & Seacaves Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
8.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
8/10
22 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta: Gozo Full-Day Tuk-Tuk Tour and Lunch
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sliema Cruise to Gozo, Comino and Blue Lagoon in Beautiful Malta
Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
7h 30m
9.2 out of 10 with 12 reviews
9.2/10
12 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta: Highlights of Malta & Mdina Full Day Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
8.4 out of 10 with 37 reviews
8.4/10
37 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Valletta City Walking Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
9.6 out of 10 with 10 reviews
9.6/10
10 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta: Ultimate Kayak Adventure
Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
1h 15m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta: Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Botanical Gardens
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
9.6/10
4 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
3 Cities Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta' Qali & Mosta guided tou...
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
9.6/10
5 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
See all 139 activitiesMalta: Ultimate Kayak Adventure
Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
1h 15m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
The best photo session in Malta
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
6-hour Private Tour around Malta
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
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Explore Malta in a Self-drive Electric Car Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
6.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
6/10
2 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Pickup
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
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Private Customizable Full-Day Tour in Malta
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
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The Malta Experience Private Tour - Discover Malta
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Victoria Lines Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta Private tour: 5hr Mosta Dome, Mdina, Dingli Cliff's & Blue Grotto
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
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An Exclusive Private day trip around Malta
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
9/10
2 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife
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Maltese Wine & Chocolate Pairing
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
10/10
3 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Malta: Gozo Day Trip Including Ggantija Temples
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
6.0 out of 10 with 1 review
6/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Valletta: Street Food and Culture Walking Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.2 out of 10 with 5 reviews
9.2/10
5 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Discovering Gozo - Full day tour
Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
8h 30m
7.8 out of 10 with 10 reviews
7.8/10
10 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
3 Cities Guided Tour & Wine Tasting
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
7.6 out of 10 with 21 reviews
7.6/10
21 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Valletta: Maltese Food and Drink Guided Walking Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
9/10
2 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Valletta Food Tour - Eat like a local
Activity duration is 3 hours and 10 minutes
3h 10m
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Valletta Food Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
10/10
8 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Valletta: "The Malta Experience" Audio-Visual Show Ticket
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h+
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Birkirkara: The Farsons Brewery Entry Ticket and Beer Flight
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cruises & boat tours
See all 30 activitiesGozo & Comino Islands, Blue Lagoon & Seacaves Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
8.0 out of 10 with 22 reviews
8/10
22 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Excursion to Gozo with Lunch
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
8.0 out of 10 with 89 reviews
8/10
89 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Comino Island: including Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & sea caves
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
7.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
7.8/10
6 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Sliema: Comino Island and Blue Lagoon Cruise
Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
7h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Discovering Gozo - Full day tour
Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
8h 30m
7.8 out of 10 with 10 reviews
7.8/10
10 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sicily & Mount Etna Day Trip
Activity duration is 18 hours and 30 minutes
18h 30m
7.2 out of 10 with 52 reviews
7.2/10
52 reviews
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mount Etna and Catania full day excursion from Malta to Sicily
Activity duration is 15 hours
15h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Gozo and Comino Blue Lagoon Cruise
Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
7h 30m
5.6 out of 10 with 12 reviews
5.6/10
12 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta: Panoramic Cruise around Malta's Harbours and Creeks
Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
1h 15m
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Daily Comino & Blue Lagoon Cruise
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
7.8 out of 10 with 13 reviews
7.8/10
13 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Adventure & outdoor
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From Malta: Gozo Jeep Tour with Lunch and Transfers
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta: Full-Day Gozo Buggy Tour with Lunch & Boat Ride
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
9.6/10
4 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Gozo: Full-Day Quad Tour with Private Round-Trip Boat
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h+
10.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
10/10
8 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Malta: Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, and Qrendi Guided Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
7.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
7/10
2 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Explore Malta in a Self-drive Electric Car Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
6.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
6/10
2 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Victoria Lines Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Malta: Self-Driving E-Jeep Guided Tour in Gozo
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Valletta: Sunday Vintage Bus to Marsaxlokk
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Buskett Woodlands and Dingli Cliffs Private Nature Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Malta: Private Jeep Tour of Gozo + Driver, Transfers & Lunch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
What to do in Tarxien
Popular places to visit
Tarxien Temples
Walk through an ancient temple complex that is more than 5,000 years old. See altars, statues and fascinating decorative carvings.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tarxien worth visiting?
With a blend of history and culture, there are many things to do in Tarxien. When you're here, visit St. Johns Co - Cathedral, a leading attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Tarxien?
Grand Masters Palace and Saluting Battery are two excellent places to begin your vacation adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and retail options in Tarxien while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Tarxien?
You can't leave without exploring St. Johns Co - Cathedral, rated the top tourist attraction in Tarxien.
Is three days enough to stay in Tarxien?
Three days in Tarxien is plenty of time to visit the city's leading attractions. Many travelers stay for two days on average. St. Johns Co - Cathedral, Grand Masters Palace and Manoel Theatre are among the top-rated sights. Want to see more? Stick around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots like St. Julian's.
Is Tarxien a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you want to see and do in Tarxien. Several top attractions, such as St. Johns Co - Cathedral and Grand Masters Palace, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Tarxien's best neighborhoods, San Tumas is 5 kilometers away from downtown, while Ħal Bisbut is 3 kilometers away from the city center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Tarxien with kids?
If you're looking for attractions and activities for all of your group, take a look at these terrific ideas for what to do in Tarxien with kids.
What to do in Tarxien for adults?
Knights Spectacular 1565 and Malta Toy Museum are just a couple of the things to do in Tarxien. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Tarxien?
In Tarxien, St. Johns Co - Cathedral is a must-see spot for anyone wanting to see the city without taking their wallet out. Also, check out the local parks and neighborhoods, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a good way to find out about the best free things to do in Tarxien.
