Mysteries and Histories of Mdina: Discover Secrets of a Maltese Gem on a Walking Tour
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Mdina
Uncover the secrets of Mdina, a Maltese gem, on a captivating walking tour. Discover ancient traditions, historical events, and hidden treasures in this intriguing journey through time.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mdina Old City - The dark history of Mdina will be brought to life as you walk around this ancient city, through its narrow streets, charming squares and finally onto its fortifications.
What's Included
  • Stories from Mdina’s dark past
Additional Information

Mdina is one of Malta’s best-kept secrets, but every gem was once hidden deep within the earth…

Embark on this guided walk to understand why individuals once spewed saliva on an ancient statue upon their arrival at the city; why the Bishop of Malta of the 16th Century commanded his soldiers to assault clergy in the cathedral; the beginnings of the Maltese uprising against the French right in the core of Mdina - and the fate of the French leader who brandished his sword at the throng.

You’ll also discover the precise location where a massive cache of treasures was unearthed; understand why a beheaded bride unexpectedly appears in the photos of delighted couples strolling in Mdina’s cramped lanes; and learn about an incident when a woman was shamefully paraded semi-nude atop a donkey through the city’s roads.

Every nook and cranny is explored on the Secrets and Histories of Mdina walk.

❗️No charge for kids aged 11 and below❗️

Location
Joseph Howard Memorial
This memorial is found outside the Mdina Gate entrance to the city.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Alexmg7259ap
Apr 14, 2024
Excellent English-speaking Malta tour guide - Mario was an amazingly clear and insightful guide with a wonderful personal touch. We would really recommend his tours if you are after something extra and out-of-the-ordinary, and which inspires teenagers too. We immediately booked a second tour with Mario after enjoying this one so much!
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Il_mewt
Oct 30, 2023
Highly Recommended!!! - What an amazing experience! This tour is so informative and at the same time fun! A full two hours of captivating stories, facts and little known secrets of this magnificent historical landmark. Mario is a wonderful tour guide, with a great sense of humour. He is extremely knowledgeable and an amazing story teller. All the right ingredients to make this an unforgettable tour that cannot be missed. My wife and I will definitely go on more of his tours. Keep up the amazing work Mario!
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Maltatravel2018
Sep 20, 2023
Fantastic tour, not to be missed. - This was probably the best guided tour I have ever experienced. Forget the boring tours where you want it to end so you can be free and enjoy your life. Mario is an amazing storyteller and has the facts right, moreover, the tour is put together so well that you forget about the time! Thank you for the captivating stories and insights into Malta's dark history!
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Chiaract6831fv
Aug 3, 2023
Don't miss out - The Dark Tour of Mdina is an unparalleled experience for lovers of the dark and mysterious. The impeccable guidance, the enthralling storytelling, and the passionate delivery all combine to create an unforgettable adventure into the shadows. If you're seeking an experience that will send shivers down your spine while expanding your knowledge of a city's history, this tour is an absolute gem. Don't miss out – it's an absolute must for your travel itinerary!
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Fbell8
Jul 16, 2023
An amazingly extraordinary tour of the stunning town of Mdina - As our first tour with "Dark Malta Tours" we decided to book this one and enjoyed it from the very first minute till the very end of it. Mario is a great host and keeps your attention alive all the time. His stories are very well told and are also terribly fascinating. You can understand that he is passionate about his job and likes to make everyone involved and happy. We will surely take his other tours as we absolutely loved the first one and want to know more about the dark histories of different towns or places in Malta. Highly recommended.
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Mc862014
Jul 16, 2023
Fantastic storyteller - Mario is a fantastic storyteller and each story has a link to the next place to visit. He speaks very clearly so even if you are not a native English speaker you should have no trouble understanding him. He relates his stories back to modern day to add a bit of humour. More interesting than a standard walking tour. Mdina is also a must visit whilst in Malta.
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