• Valletta - Embark on a captivating dark history walking tour through the streets of Malta’s capital, Valletta.

Discover tales of the 16th Century knight, Oliver Starkey, whose ghost reportedly hosted parties in the 1990s until he was convinced to cease disturbing the neighbors. Uncover the chilling story of a lovesick man who penned a shocking letter to his beloved before tragically ending her life, and learn about the mysterious event where over a hundred boys entered a church and never emerged.

Gain insights into Jean de Valette, the founder of Malta’s capital, and explore the hidden meanings behind a grotesque statue that ominously watches over Valletta’s residents from above.

Experience all this and more on the Dark History of Valletta walking tour.

• Unraveling the histories and mysteries of Malta

Valletta is a historic city, rich with intriguing tales.

This walking tour starts at the statue of Jean de Valette, located behind the Royal Opera House.

Participants will uncover the truth about this legendary and formidable figure, the founder of Malta’s capital, and learn about his surprising dislike for Malta.

The tour also reveals how the ghost of 16th Century knight Oliver Starkey haunted a house in the 1990s and continues to cause disturbances there today.

Visit the site where public punishments once took place, and discover the connection between a large metal hook in a Valletta side street and the renowned British Admiral Lord Nelson.

Additionally, hear the disturbing letter a lovesick man wrote to the woman he was infatuated with, just before he tragically ended her life, and find out why hundreds of boys entered a church but never emerged alive.

Experience all this and more on The Dark History of Valletta tour.

Please be aware that Valletta features hills and steps, so a moderate level of fitness is necessary.

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