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Valletta is the main port and capital of Malta (an island country in the Mediterranean, southern Europe). The island of Malta is located halfway between North Africa and the island of Sicily (Italy). The cruise port is located in the Grand Harbor, which is a natural deep-water harbor.
Port address: Marina Pinto, Valletta VLT 01, Malta.
Terminals: Valletta Cruise Port is operated by Global Ports Holding Plc (GPH) - currently the world's largest cruise terminal operator with leases in the Europe-Mediterranean, Caribbean, Asia-Pacific regions. Cruise ships dock at the waterfront dock in Valletta. The cruise port currently offers 7 berths, 4 of which are within a 15-minute walk from the city center. In 2020 - the opening of an expanded berth, capable of serving larger ships.
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From the airport to the port.
- Valletta cruise port is approximately 15 minutes from the airport where taxis are readily available and can also be walked.
- You can also book a group transfer from the cruise company with the manager of For Gates Ukraine.
- The best way to order a transfer from the manager of For Gates Ukraine (31 Euro / 1-3 passengers).
From the port to the attractions of Valletta.
- Book a group tour with the manager of Fort Gates Ukraine.
- There is a Hop-on bus as well as bus routes offering transportation to various attractions.
- The public bus to Valletta (line 130) will cost you 2.60 euros, including a day ticket for the entire public bus network.
- You can walk to Valletta, which will take about 25 minutes via Crucifix Hill. However, this walk uphill is not recommended on hot days or for people who don't walk regularly.
- Take a taxi.
Theater Manoel. An important performing arts theater in Valletta. The Manoel Theater is considered one of the oldest theaters in Europe. It has retained many of its architectural features despite numerous changes over the years and is a very beautiful building. The theater continues to show performances in English and Maltese, including opera, pantomime and musicals.
Cathedral of St. John. It is not only a place of worship but also an abundant piece of art. The gilded rooms with arched ceilings are adorned with paintings donated by the grandmasters and the knights themselves. Collected here are original paintings by Caravaggio. The cathedral attracts many visitors every day.
Church of the Madonna Victorious. Dating back to 1565, it marks the victory of the knights over the Turks and was the first church built in Valletta. The church was the original burial place of Grand Master Jean de Valletta, however his remains were later transferred to the Cathedral of St. John, and in 1617 the church became the main parish church of the Order of Valletta.
National Museum of Archeology. The Auberge de Provence on the main street of the Republic in Valletta was built in 1571 and was once the main home of the Knights of the Order of St. John. Today, this grand building is the base of the National Archaeological Museum of Malta.
Toy Museum. This museum provides an ideal opportunity to show children how toys have evolved over the decades. The museum was opened in 1998 by founder Vincent Brown. Collections include vintage Dinky, Corgi and Matchbox cars, dolls, train sets and farm animals.
Postal Museum. Immersed in Malta's postal history dating back to the reign of the Order of St. John in the 16th century, this four-story museum is a converted home in Valletta with a Baroque façade in keeping with the earliest exhibits.
Valletta embankment. In this tranquil location, away from the main center of Valletta, the original shops have been preserved, 19 of which have been transformed into multi-cuisine restaurants for all budgets, offices and unique shops.
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