Mysterium Fidei Tour: Valletta's Hidden Monastery

Discover Valletta’s hidden gem, Mysterium Fidei Monastery. Explore its serene cloisters, historic architecture, and secret garden. Meet Mimi, the friendly monastery cat.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mysterium Fidei By Hidden Valletta - Mysterium Fidei is a multi sensory experience located within St Catherine’s Monastery, in the heart of Valletta. The door to the Secret Garden has been closed to the public for over 400 years, it is now open for you to enter this tranquil space and take a glimpse into the lives of the cloistered nuns. When…
What's Included
  • Free audio tour
Additional Information

Only recently opened to the public, Mysterium Fidei is ‘hidden’ away on a quiet corner on St Christopher Street and Strait Street. Visitors often stumble upon our door whilst exploring Valletta. Often, simply curious to see what lies behind the walls of the Monastery, visitors are then immersed into the fascinating history whilst appreciating the…

Location
Mysterium Fidei By Hidden Valletta
St. Christophers Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Chk210
Oct 17, 2025
A gem in a busy capital - The staff are very friendly and helpful. Very impressed with the audio guide available at both places. The small garden at the monastery was full of herb aroma, an amazing place to rest and reflect in a busy capital.
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Annh59
Oct 13, 2025
Very enjoyable - Visited here yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed it. The little garden was lovely with a fountain in the centre and a couple of turtles. There is plenty of information and the ability to scan a code and have audio information.
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Cydnhank
Oct 12, 2025
Nice if you have extra time in Valletta - Interesting detour from the crowds of Valletta. Takes about an hour to visit the lower area of the convent, which is open to the public, and listen to a nice audio tour of the rooms. Upper floors are still occupied and the nuns remain secluded from the outside world.
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Carolinehh8098gh
Oct 6, 2025
Garden is a bonus, beautiful seeing this convent - Amazing seeing the devotion and service of these nuns, how they lived behind the walls, a basic life but full of love for God
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Getaway56899071747
Oct 3, 2025
Absolute recommendation - Small monastery that pays to visit. The story is presented simply, but one can imagine the simple circumstances in which the nuns lived there and still do in some cases.
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Paul
Sep 16, 2025
Trip into the past! - Visited this amazing place that is still a working monastery. It costs €8 for an adult and you can pay cash or card. You get to see the workings of the monastery from years ago which gives an insight into the lives of the nuns. Staff very friendly and such a thought provoking visit. This should be on your list of places to visit.
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Jackieh77
Sep 12, 2025
Peaceful oasis - This is a very peaceful area in Valletta, with a great historical background. The history is told in a very simple but informative way. The hard life of the nuns was easy to see but the fruits of their labour seemed immense. Well worth a visit, easy to locate on google maps but not well advertised unless you happen to be in the vicinity.
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3caldwells
Oct 10, 2025
Secret garden - Really interesting insight into the nuns life through the ages and a stark contrast to the church next door. Struggled with the audio pack but the signs are informative
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Alberta_r
Sep 20, 2025
Tiny little place hidden away in Valletta - The garden is very tiny! Interesting finding out the way the nuns lived! The place is still operating so it is only the ground floor that can be visited!
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Lightpacker823122
Sep 18, 2025
Disappointing, unfortunately - Daughter bought as a trip for us. Disappointing, nothing like picture portrayed on poster. Walked round in 10 mins not a lot to see
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).