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Top 4 nature & wildlife things to do in Rabat

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Rabat that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Valletta, Mdina and Three Cities 3-Day Guided Tour, Rabat1

    1. Valletta, Mdina and Three Cities 3-Day Guided Tour

    · 3 days

    Discover Malta’s rich history on this 3-day guided tour to Valletta, Mdina and the Three Cities. Day 1: Valletta Explore Malta’s capital, built by the Knights of St. John in 1566. Enjoy panoramic views of the Grand Harbour from Upper Barrakka Gardens, visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral with its Caravaggio masterpieces, and stroll through Republic Street and St. George’s Square. Complete your visit with the Malta Experience or Malta 5D audiovisual show. Day 2: Mdina Visit Malta’s former capital, the “Silent City”, renowned for its medieval streets and stunning views. Continue to Rabat, Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta’ Qali Crafts Village, and Mosta, home to one of Europe’s largest domes. Day 3: Three Cities Discover Vittoriosa and Senglea, where the Knights first settled in Malta. Walk through historic streets, enjoy a traditional harbour boat tour through the creeks of Grand Harbour, and admire spectacular views of the Grand Harbour and Fort St. Angelo.

  2. Vittoriosa and Senglea Tour including Boat Tour and Transport, Rabat2

    2. Vittoriosa and Senglea Tour including Boat Tour and Transport

    · 4 hours

    Discover the rich heritage of Malta’s fortified gems—Vittoriosa and Senglea—on a captivating journey through centuries of history. Walk through Vittoriosa’s medieval streets, once the headquarters of the Knights of St. John and a key stronghold during the Great Siege of 1565. Enjoy a traditional Frejgatina boat cruise through the colourful harbour creeks before exploring Senglea, the “Unconquered City.” At the iconic Gardjola Gardens, take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Grand Harbour and Fort St. Angelo Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable guides bring the rich history of Vittoriosa and Senglea to life with engaging storytelling, fascinating insights, and memorable anecdotes, making your journey through these living historical gems truly unforgettable.

  3. Valletta (UNESCO) guided tour, Malta Experience (included), Cathedral (optional), Rabat3

    3. Valletta (UNESCO) guided tour, Malta Experience (included), Cathedral (optional)

    4.3· 11 reviews· 4 hours

    Our guided walking tour through the vibrant streets of Valletta will allow you to discover the beauty and charm of the fortified city built by the Knights in 1566. The Order of St. John ruled over the islands for 268 years and left a unique cultural legacy of which Valletta is the prime example and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We first enjoy a breathtaking view of the Grand Harbour from the Upper Barracca Gardens. Then we visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral (optional or free time), including the Caravaggio masterpieces in the Oratory, the Flemish tapestries and the church museum. The Co-Cathedral houses one of the most beautiful marble inlaid floors in the world. Going down Republic Street you will walk past the Grand Master’s Palace and the recently restored St. George’s Square before watching the Malta Experience (Mondays) or Malta 5D (Wednesdays), an audiovisual show where Malta’s history throughout the centuries is brought back to life.

  4. Mdina, Dingli cliffs and San Anton Gardens guided tour, Rabat4

    4. Mdina, Dingli cliffs and San Anton Gardens guided tour

    3.3· 16 reviews· 4 hours

    This half day guided tour will start with a tour of Malta’s medieval city of Mdina, Malta’s former capital. The narrow, winding streets, dating back to the Arab period, lead to the imposing bastions, commanding a panoramic view of the islands. On the way there, you will discover different styles of architecture, including the medieval Siculo-Norman palaces, and other baroque buildings of great historical importance. Time stands still in this ‘Silent City’ which is a film-maker’s paradise. Leaving Mdina through Greek’s Gate, we proceed to the cliffs at Dingli. The tour ends with a visit to the San Anton botanical gardens situated near the Presidential Palace, which you will be able to admire from outside.

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