Culinary Experience and Guided Tour in Valletta
This tour uniquely combines authentic Maltese culinary traditions with rich cultural history and an immersive guided walking tour through Valletta’s vibrant streets and markets. Held inside the stunning Muza Cafe Building—part of the National Museum of Fine Arts and the former kitchen of the Knights of St. John—guests are surrounded by Malta’s heritage as they learn to prepare the iconic ftira. Led by a local chef, this hands-on cooking masterclass, combined with tastings and stories from the guided tour, offers a rich, educational, and delicious experience perfect for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
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Culinary Experience and Guided Tour in Valletta
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Valletta
Discover Malta through food and history on this 4-hour experience in Valletta. Start with a guided walk through the city’s lively streets and markets, tasting local favorites like pastizzi and mqaret. Then head to the Museum of Fine Arts, set on the site of the former kitchen of the Knights of St. John, for a hands-on ftira masterclass. Learn to prepare Malta’s traditional flatbread sandwich using fresh ingredients, guided by a local chef. End by enjoying your creation with local sides and drinks in this historic setting. A perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and heritage. Along the way, you’ll hear fascinating stories about Valletta’s culinary traditions, explore authentic ingredients, and experience cooking in a unique setting steeped in history. Whether you’re a food lover, history enthusiast, or curious traveler, this experience offers a delicious and memorable taste of Malta. Optional visit to St. John's Co-Cathedral or the Grandmaster’s Palace is also available.
St. John's Co-Cathedral
Visitors to St. John’s Co-Cathedral will step inside one of Valletta’s most magnificent and historically significant sites. Built in the 16th century by the Knights of St. John, the cathedral boasts an awe-inspiring baroque interior filled with intricate gilded carvings, stunning frescoes, and elaborately decorated chapels. Highlights include the famous Caravaggio painting The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist and the impressive marble tombstones that cover the floor, each telling stories of Malta’s noble past. Guests can explore this artistic and spiritual masterpiece while learning about the rich history and traditions of the Knights.
Lower Barrakka Gardens
Visitors to Barrakka Gardens will enjoy one of Valletta’s most scenic and historic spots. Perched on the city’s fortifications, these beautifully landscaped gardens offer stunning panoramic views of the Grand Harbour and the Three Cities. Guests can stroll through vibrant flowerbeds, admire historic monuments, and watch the daily firing of the Saluting Battery cannons—a tradition dating back to the Knights of St. John. It’s a perfect place to relax, take photos, and soak in Malta’s rich maritime history.
Inclusions
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Traditional Ftira Demo/Masterclass:
- Ftira prepared, one glass of wine or one beer or one soft drink, infused water
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Passengers of the cruise liner will be met by the guide at the exit of the terminal. The meeting point for other guests is hotel Phoenicia. We always share the contact of the guide before the tour starts. The manager will also reconfirm with you all meeting details after the booking.
