The 6 Best Half-Day Tours in Malta

1.Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 185 reviews · 4 hours · from $95Our pick

You’ll drive a two-seat quad through Mellieħa’s coastal roads and country tracks with guides such as Rowan, Neil, or Don. Expect a safety briefing, scenic stops, Fort Campbell, Popeye Village, the Red Tower, and a summer swim stop when conditions allow. Transfers, fuel, helmets, and insurance are included, but bring your licence and passport.

“We had an amazing time on the 4-hour quad bike excursion in North Malta, and it was definitely a five-star experience. The route was a perfect mix of rugged trails, scenic coastal roads, and off-the-beaten-path tracks, offering stunning views of the island’s northern cliffs and countryside. The quads were in excellent condition, easy to handle, and added just the right amount of adventure. Our guide was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, making sure everyone felt safe while keeping the pace exciting. There were several scenic stops along the way where we could rest, take photos, and experience the local area. We were also able to stop for a cold drink and…”

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2.Half-Day City Discovery Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 157 reviews · 3 hours · from $22Best value

Walk from the Phoenicia Malta through Valletta’s grand squares, Knight-built streets, and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Your licensed guide leads the three-hour tour in English, Italian, German, Spanish, or French, with 45 minutes set aside for St. John’s Co-Cathedral. Admission is extra, and the tour ends at The Malta Experience.

“La guida persona eccellente, peccato che avevamo prenotato una visita in italiano che, comunque abbiamo fatto, uniti a un gruppo di francesi.”

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3.Half-Day Tour of Mosta, Ta’Qali Crafts Village & Mdina

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 110 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Travel by included transport from your hotel or a nearby pickup point to Mosta, Ta’Qali, and Mdina. You’ll see the church’s famous bomb story, watch glassblowing and other crafts, then walk Mdina’s narrow lanes and bastions with a live guide in English, German, French, or Italian.

“The glass blowing was really good I would have liked someone to explain the processes.”

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4.St. Paul’s Bay: Half-Day Luxury Catamaran Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · from $74Top rated

Join a 20-person catamaran from Fekruna Jetty in St. Paul's Bay for four hours of swimming, snorkeling, and coastal views. The route includes Santa Maria Caves, Blue Lagoon, and Crystal Lagoon, with unlimited water, soft drinks, beer, white wine, rosé, snacks, snorkel gear, and shared paddleboards. Captain Dustan and the crew add local stories and friendly service.

“Really great trip. Worth the little extra you pay instead of the boats with lots of people. Credit to the crew.”

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5.Valletta Half-Day Guided Tour with Optional Cathedral Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 58 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $45

Explore Valletta on a four-hour guided tour with hotel pickup, the Upper Barrakka Gardens, Grandmaster’s Palace, St. George’s Square, and the Malta Experience. Add St. John’s Co-Cathedral for its Caravaggio paintings and lavish Baroque interior. Guides may include Ninka, Jenika, Tatiana, Sylvia, Hannah, Maria, or Vanessa.

“I pre-booked this tour not knowing how accessible these places would be while I was actually staying in Valletta. But it's probably a good tour to do if you are on a short visit/stay in the area.”

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6.Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Half-Day Tour from Valletta

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 53 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $45

From Valletta, visit Marsaxlokk’s fishing harbor and market, then stop at the Blue Grotto for coastal views and an optional boat ride. The tour lasts about four hours, includes hotel pickup and drop-off, and costs $45.71. Guides may include Lisa, Dane, or Linda, and the boat fare is paid separately.

“We had a wonderful guide who did an excellent job explaining everything. We enjoyed the trip.”

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