The 15 Best Marsaxlokk & Fishing Village Tours in Malta

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.Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, and Qrendi Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 547 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

From Valletta, ride an air-conditioned bus to Marsaxlokk, Wied iz-Zurrieq, and Qrendi. A licensed guide explains Maltese culture and history while you browse the market, view the Blue Grotto, and walk narrow village streets. The optional grotto boat ride costs extra and depends on sea conditions.

“Our guide Chantelle was amazing. Very friendly, funny and gave so much information. Very helpful! The driver (didn't quite catch his name) was also lovely. Had a lovely trip. Stopped at the Blue Grotto which was really windy but great to see. We only stopped for 10 minutes here but I'd rather have spent more time here, despite the wind, than in Qrendi. We spent ages here on a walking tour around the tiny town. We then only had about 1hr 20mins in Marsaxlokk which was just enough to get some food after spending too much time in a very long queue for 3 ladies toilets, only 2 of which…”

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3.Sunday Vintage Bus to Marsaxlokk

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 117 reviews · 1 day · from $9Best value

Take a restored Maltese vintage bus from near Valletta’s Tourist Information Office to Marsaxlokk on Sunday. You get transport in both directions and a full-day ticket, but no guided tour. The old bus is the attraction, while Marsaxlokk offers a busy market, harbor views, restaurants, local produce, and time to explore at your own pace.

“Drive was very punctual and funny. The guide is also very helpful and gives very clear instruction. Highly recommend this hustle free vintage bus to Marsaxlokk instead of the local bus.”

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4.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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5.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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6.Southern Malta: Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim, and Marsaxlokk Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 35 reviews

Visit Malta’s southern coast with an English-speaking driver, stopping at Blue Grotto, Ħaġar Qim, and Marsaxlokk. You can add a weather-dependent boat trip and temple entry at your own cost, then enjoy time for Maltese food, photos, and the Sunday market.

“My guide provided excellent information to educate me at each stopping point on the tour, as well as in between while we were driving from location to location. He was also very happy to answer my questions about Malta’s economy, infrastructure, international relations and government. I would recommend this tour to future customers with similar interests! Thank you!!”

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7.Malta Tour : Private Car- Mdina, Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews

Travel with a Malta-based private driver for a flexible 5 to 8 hour tour from Valletta, Sliema, St. Julian’s, Luqa, or Paola. You can visit Mdina, Marsaxlokk, the Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim, Birgu, Mosta, and Dingli Cliffs, though shorter tours must leave out stops. Drivers such as Tony, Vince, Chris, and Julian have helped guests shape the day around their interests.

“David is a nice personen, very professional and a good drivers. Thank you and good luck! Krista, Margo, Marie-Jeanne and Hilde from Pelt-Limburg in Belgium 🌞”

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8.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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9.Visit Tarxien Temples, Kalanka Bay, Blue Grotto, Marsaxlokk

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 11 reviews · from $57

Spend eight hours touring Malta’s south with an English-speaking guide, transportation, and entries to Tarxien Temples, Zejtun’s museum, and church included. You’ll visit Blue Grotto, Marsaxlokk market, and Delimara Peninsula, with a Kalanka Bay swim from May to October or a countryside walk from November to April.

“Chaotic organization. I do not recommend. I wasted my money and time on this "outing". Absolutely avoid...”

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10.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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11.Southern Malta Tour – Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim & Marsaxlokk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews Top rated

Spend eight hours touring southern Malta by private vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Visit Blue Grotto, Ħaġar Qim Temples and Marsaxlokk, then shape the day around your pace. Driver Josef is one named option, and weather permitting, you can add a Blue Grotto boat ride for a separate fee.

“a very nice driver, very friendly and open. we saw beautiful places, not only those mentioned in the program. we also visited viewpoints. the driver advised where to eat a good lunch and drink coffee. a great day, I highly recommend! comfortable car.”

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12.Boat Trip to St Peter’s Pool

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 8 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Cruise Malta’s south coast aboard a traditional luzzu with local skippers such as Joey or Tony. In one hour, you may see St Peter’s Pool, Kalanka Bay, Hofriet, Pretty Bay, Fort Delimara, the lighthouse, and more. Meet by the Maltese flag near Carrubia restaurant. Private trips are also available.

“the best boat trip with the best sailor TONY!!!!!”

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13.Full Day to Blue Grotto, Marsaxlokk, Kalanka Bay, Tarxien Temples

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 7 reviews · from $58

Spend about eight hours exploring southern Malta with guide Maria or another local guide. Visit Zejtun’s museum and garden, browse Marsaxlokk Market, walk or swim at Kalanka Bay, see the Tarxien Temples, and finish at Blue Grotto. Pickup is offered, the group can reach 35 people, and the Blue Grotto boat ride costs about €9 extra.

“First of all, they were late more than 30 min for pickup. Second of all, there was written that we'd spend about 1 hour in each place, but we spent less. It should have been a full-day trip, but we came back to the hotel at about 5 p.m. However, the guide - Maria - was great :)”

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14.Exploring Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto and Malta best sights!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $347

Spend eight hours with Cynthia and George exploring Malta by air-conditioned vehicle, from Senglea’s harbor views and Marsaskala’s rocky coast to Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, and Hagar Qim. The private format lets you shape the day around your interests, though lunch, the Blue Grotto boat, and Hagar Qim entry cost extra.

“Cynthia was a fantastic guide. She gave a great history of the areas we visited and tailored the itinerary based on our interests, in many cases showing us spots that weren’t heavily visited by tourists. We spent a perfect amount of time at eRead more”

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15.Temples, Blue Grotto, Marsaxlokk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews

Start at Grand Harbour with a licensed guide and visit Hagar Qim, Mnajdra, the Blue Grotto, and Marsaxlokk. You get ancient temples, sea views, and a fishing village in about four hours. Guide Stanley is specifically praised for his cultural and historical insight. Admission to the temples is extra.

“Blue Grotto was amazing. Our guide, Stanley, was phenomenal. He was very knowledgeable about the culture and history. Would definitely recommend.”

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