• Bateria De Guiral - Gather outside Fort St Angelo (by the steps at the very bottom), where a 16th Century Maltese guide welcomes visitors to the intense battles and events that are about to unfold. The journey continues to the tip of Birgu, offering sweeping views of Senglea, Valletta, and the Grand Harbour. Stand near one of the most intense battle zones of the siege, where relentless assaults determined Malta’s destiny.
• Xatt Il - Forn - Discover the moat of Fort St Angelo and surrounding key siege landmarks, where defense and desperation were intertwined.
• Auberge d’Italie - Visit the site of the former Auberge d’Italie, and admire striking off-beaten views of the harbour while uncovering the mysteries and controversies of the siege.
• Il - Habs L - Antik - Venture off the beaten path on “The Prison Street” to hear gruesome gossip and chilling tales of the Great Siege.

Explore Birgu’s darker corners. Along “Prison Street,” listen to gruesome tales, whispered rumors, and the harsh realities of life during the siege.

• Birgu Belvedere/Is-Simenta - With commanding views across the Harbour, Valletta, and Kalkara Creek, uncover the dramatic story of Fort St Elmo and its devastating fall.
• Knisja ta’ Sant’Anna - Step into the world of siege hospitals and frontline suffering along the defensive Post of England, where the wounded were treated, and many never left.
• Triq Emanuel Attard Bezzina - Discover lesser-known siege locations and hidden gems along the “Post of Germany,” where pressure mounted and the line was constantly tested.
• Triq Antika - One of Birgu’s oldest streets, offering a glimpse into the architecture and atmosphere of 16th-century life.
• Triq Hilda Tabone - Walk through the area once home to several Auberges, including the site of Auberge de Castille.
• Il - Kwartier - Explore the site of the old armory and learn how weapons, strategy, and preparation shaped the siege.
• Triq Id-Dejqa - Narrow streets leading toward the frontline, on the path to one of the most intense battle zones - The Post of Castille.
• Post of Castile - Onto the breach. The enemy is inside. Stand where the Ottomans broke through and witness the site of one of the fiercest and bloodiest clashes of the siege on the old defensive “Post of Castille, Leon and Portugal.”
• St. James Bastion Bridge (Birgu Fortifications) - Is it over…or is it a trap? At this final defensive line, uncover the tension, uncertainty, and turning points that decided Birgu’s fate.

• Guide portraying a documented Historical Maltese personality who fought in the 1565 Great Siege
• Professional Maltese Licensed Guide and Historical Researcher
• Explore off-beaten side of Birgu with stunning views of the Grand Harbour (over 220 steps)
• Interactive and dramatized tour for immersive experience of the 1565 Great Siege of Malta
• Deep insights into the Great Siege from the Maltese perspective

• Food or Drinks
• Gratuities
• Entrances to buildings and forts not included - tours discuss buildings and forts from outside only
• Tour does not enter any buildings or forts

Stroll through the historic streets of Birgu and explore the authentic sites of the 1565 Great Siege, where survival was uncertain, and the resilience of the Maltese people was truly tested.

This 2.5-hour immersive tour provides a unique insight into the horrors of war and the heroism of ordinary individuals amidst chaos.

Led by a storyteller in genuine 16th-century attire, portraying a historical Maltese soldier known to have fought in this legendary siege, you’ll discover stories of courage, brutality, and survival as they happened.

Prepare for a powerful journey filled with interactive drama, breathtaking views of Grand Harbour, and the lesser-known areas of Birgu where the most intense battles occurred.

• Duration: 2.5 hours, suitable for ages 14+
• Small group size (max 20) for a personalized experience.
• Off-the-beaten-path & hidden gems
• Maltese guide in period costume.
• Visit 15 key historical sites, hidden alleys & gain grim key insights
• Over 220 steps, some un-even ground, and up-hill walks worth every step for the gems that await
• Wear good shoes, good clothing and bring sun protection

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.