Malta · MARKETS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 7 market tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
A half-day Malta trip combining the light-lit sea caves of the Blue Grotto with time to roam the Marsaxlokk Sunday Market.
“Great value for money. Lots of info given by the guide. Unfortunately we couldn’t do the boat trip - but it’s February, so I almost wasn’t expecting it. The market was VERY crowded - but again, to be expected.”
A 4-hour Malta tour from Valletta to Blue Grotto caves and the Marsaxlokk Sunday market, with pickup and free time to explore.
“Cela venait peut être du fait que nous étions hors saison, mais passer 2 heures au port ne sert à rien. De plus le bus fait le tour de tous les hôtels, quelle perte de temps ! Autant y aller par ses propres moyens.”
Taste Gozo by shopping the market square and cooking Pastizzi, ftira, and nougat in an open, air-conditioned kitchen, then eat it all.
“George is a knowledgeable and friendly chef. Not only did we learn how to make delicious Maltese cuisine he also taught us many cooking tips. The class was a nice size and everyone really seemed to be having as much fun as us. Even the walk through Victoria was nice and short but again full of a lot of knowledge. 100% recommend this class and hope to try chef georges food for dinner at the bistro!”
Half-day shared tour from Valletta with hotel pickup, guided market in Marsaxlokk, Qrendi village walk, and a weather-permitting Blue Grotto upgrade.
“"The sea was angry that day, my friends", so no boat rides at the Blue Grotto, but it was a very pleasant tour. Our guide, whose name I've alas forgotten (a lady from the Netherlands that speaks Dutch, German, English and French) was excellent: just the right quantity of information delivered in a very professional and delightful way!”
Shared market-to-kitchen cooking class in Gozo, with ingredient stops, hands-on Maltese recipes, and lunch with wine or beer.
“A wonderful chance to dive into maltese cuisine, create food with your own hands and have fun! super!!!”
Valletta day trip to Hagar Qim UNESCO, Limestone Heritage, Ghar Dalam cave, Marsaxlokk market, and optional Blue Grotto boat.
“Enjoyed visiting the Hagar Qim temple, Ghat Dalem Cave and the limestone heritage park - it is like traveling back in time. Tour guide very informative and she made the tour very interesting. Also enjoyed very much the boat to Blue Grotto and the lunch. Tour well organized and on time.”
Half-day Malta tour from Mgarr: Marsaxlokk fishing village and Sunday market, Blue Grotto caves with optional boat, then Qrendi walk.
“A great guided tour with a very knowledgeable guide (Ian) great stops. Remember to bring cash for the blue grotto. The guide kept us informed all through the trip and ensured we all stayed together.”
Every kind of day out on the three islands, and the best of each.
