Stories of the Strange in Valletta
Stories of the Strange in Valletta
Learn a British surgeon's amazing secret, hear of Valletta's problems with poo, and see the place where plague broke out.
- Walking Tour
- 2 hrs
- Historic Setting
Discover Truths Far Stranger Than Fiction
Take a walk around Valletta’s back streets and discover its strange and dirty past.
The tour begins at the Courts of Justice on Republic Street, where you’ll hear how the city’s former police station was haunted.
You’ll also see exactly where the plague of 1813 broke out, hear about the priest who poisoned his dinner party guests.
You’ll hear of the scandalous life of Grand Master Pinto, leader of the Knights of Malta, and why some Maltese thought he was a vampire.
You’ll also learn the strange reason why a knight of Malta went to the ballet but ended up being arrested.
The tour will also explain the knights’ fascination with poo and how they used it as a weapon.
You’ll learn the incredible secret hidden by a top British surgeon who lived in Malta – and how his landlord accidentally guessed it.
All this and more on the Stories of the Strange in Valletta tour.
The tour begins at the Courts of Justice on Republic Street and covers much of the city, so it involves plenty of walking
What to Expect
Horrible Histories
Dark Malta Tours tell true stories of murder, crime, witchcraft, tragedy and naughty behaviour from across Malta's history.
Historic Setting
The setting for this walking tour will be Malta's picturesque and historic capital city Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Professional Guide
The tour will be conducted by Mario, a tourist guide and ex-BBC journalist who studies the darker side of Malta's history.
Flexible Access
The tour requires at least average fitness levels. Please get in touch if you have mobility requirements.
Payments
Payment can be made by credit card in advance to secure your booking, or in cash or Revolut at the start of the tour.
Contact
Ask for more information or make a booking on +356 99892628 or click the icon above to send an email.
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