The 7 Market Tours in Malta That Earn Their Price

1.Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 803 reviews · 4 hours · from $35Our pick

Visit Malta’s Blue Grotto and spend free time at Marsaxlokk’s Sunday Market on a guided four-hour outing. Hotel pickup is included, and guides such as Mario, Maria, Mariela, and Mark have led past departures. The Blue Grotto boat ride costs extra and depends on sea conditions.

“Driver and guide was lovely. But only 90 minutes at the market and time you walked down the hill and allowed time to get back to the coach it only really gave us a hour. To be fair this wasn’t really the tour’s fault and more due to one group of people at the first stop returning to the coach 25 mins late delaying our time at the market.”

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2.Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 65 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Spend about four hours visiting Malta’s Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk’s Sunday market with hotel pickup, a guide, and free time at both stops. The sea caves are best seen by optional boat, weather permitting. Guides such as Maria and Mark have been praised for clear commentary, but crowded market hours, long pickups, and tight timing can affect the day.

“Our guide Mark did a lot of explaining, so we knew what to expect.. The blue grotto is worth seeing with a little boat and the market was very nice to see. We had enough time to see both of the attractions.”

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3.Cooking Class and Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 4 hours · from $87Top rated

Spend four hours in Victoria with chef George, shopping for ingredients at the main square before cooking pastizzi, Gozitan ftira, bigilla, and nougat. Meet cheesemonger Joe, stop at Vicky Coffee, then eat your work with wine or beer. The class takes place in an air-conditioned open kitchen above Maldonado Bistro.

“George was great, the food was delicious and we had so much fun!”

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4.Marsaxlokk Market and Blue Grotto guided tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $45

This five-hour shared tour links Marsaxlokk Harbour, Wied iz-Zurrieq, and Qrendi by air-conditioned vehicle. You get hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, market time, and the option of a Blue Grotto boat ride for about €10 cash, weather permitting. Guides may include Tracie, who has earned praise for clear explanations.

“Blue grotto was spectacular! Definitely spend the 10€ (cash only) for the 20 minute boat ride. I don’t suggest going on a Sunday because it is market day in Marsaxlokk and the crowds are plentiful.The fish monger stalls are interesting but the general flea market section is not. Tracie was an excellent guide! Malta is extremely hot in August!”

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5.Cooking Class in Gozo with Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $77

Meet George and Emilia at Maldonado Bistro in Victoria for a four-hour, hands-on Gozo cooking class. Visit local food shops, then prepare pastizzi, ftira, nougat, and other Maltese dishes in an air-conditioned kitchen. Eat what you make with wine or beer, and take home the recipes plus a food souvenir.

“My family and I had a great time. Learned more than just Maltese recipes. Great company and great teacher. Loved our field trip to the cheese maker and coffee shop. Very fun day.”

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6.Hagar Qim temple (UNESCO), Limestone Heritage & Marsaxlokk Market guided tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $88

Spend about eight hours exploring Malta’s prehistoric temples, limestone craft, fishing villages, and Ghar Dalam cave. Your English-speaking guide handles the driving, admissions, and route from Valletta, with hotel or cruise-port pickup, lunch, and an optional Blue Grotto boat ride at extra cost. Expect a group of up to 50 people.

“Très bon guide ! Activité intéressante, jolie rencontre et un plus pour les grottes bleu même si c’est un peu rapide à mon goût !”

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7.Half Day Tour in Marsaxlokk Village, Market, Blue Grotto & Qrendi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $42

This four-hour tour from Mgarr combines Marsaxlokk’s fishing harbour and Sunday market with Blue Grotto views, an optional €10 boat ride, and a guided walk through Qrendi. Pickup, transport, and a licensed guide are included. Expect a large group, a brisk schedule, and commentary in your booked language.

“A great guided tour with a very knowledgeable guide (Ian) great stops. Remember to bring cash for the blue grotto. The guide kept us informed all through the trip and ensured we all stayed together.”

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