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The 15 Best Mdina Tours & Day Trips

58 tours  ·  from $7

Mdina holds about three hundred residents and closes to traffic, which is why it sounds the way it does. The 15 below take in the walls, the cathedral, the catacombs at Rabat next door, and the Dingli cliffs beyond, priced and timed.

Malta: Highlights of Malta & Mdina Full Day Tour with Lunch - Below Rabat at St. Cataldus Catacombs
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Malta: Highlights of Malta & Mdina Full Day Tour with Lunch

1.Highlights of Malta & Mdina Full Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,688 reviews · 8 hours · from $79Our pick

Spend eight guided hours beyond Valletta, from Mdina’s medieval lanes and St. Cataldus Catacombs to Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Mosta Rotunda, and Ta’ Qali. Hotel pickup, transport, admissions, a fixed lunch, and wine are included. Guides speak English and several European languages.

“I had an amazing time! John Paul was a really fun guide and very knowledgable about everything we saw! I'd definitely recommend to anyone looking to explore Malta outside of Valletta.”

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Malta: Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour with Catacombs - The narrow lanes and baroque palazzos
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Malta: Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour with Catacombs

2.Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour with Catacombs

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,126 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $29

Walk Mdina’s medieval lanes and Rabat’s historic sites with an English-speaking guide such as Matthew, Carmel, or Mario. See the cathedral, palazzos, and bastion views, then enter the catacombs, St. Paul’s Grotto, and World War II shelters. Entry fees are included.

“Our tour guide Matthew was excellent , really enjoyed it”

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Malta: Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Botanical Gardens - Entering Mdina through the old gates
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Malta: Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Botanical Gardens

3.Mdina, Dingli Cliffs and San Anton Botanical Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 991 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Visit Mdina’s palaces, churches, bastion views, Dingli Cliffs, and the peaceful paths of San Anton Gardens with a licensed guide. Guides may include Maria, Elizabeth, Jennifer, or Anna. The pace is efficient, but Mdina deserves extra time if you can stay on afterward.

“Our tour was great. Our guide was amazing. We opted to stay in Mdina to eat and shop rather than returning to our hotel with the group. So if I could change anything, it would be more time in Mdina and still keep your return transportation.”

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Mdina and Rabat: Guided City Walking Tour - Palaces, churches, and convents in the Silent City
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Mdina and Rabat: Guided City Walking Tour

4.Mdina and Rabat: Guided City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 549 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Walk through Mdina and Rabat with an English-speaking licensed guide such as Nadine, Marisa, Angele, or Charlotte. Expect medieval lanes, noble palaces, churches, convents, local architecture, stories about Malta, and useful food tips. The $24 tour moves at an easy pace and includes no entrance fees.

“Nadine, our tour guide was brilliant! I would never have experienced such a good visit without a guide. Very enjoyable and informational 2 hours. Would highly recommend.”

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Mdina and Rabat Insider's Tour - Entering Mdina through the main gate
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Mdina and Rabat Insider’s Tour

5.Mdina and Rabat Insider’s Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 528 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Top rated

Walk Mdina and Rabat with Chris, a Rabat-born licensed guide who shares local stories, noble history, churches, architecture, and practical restaurant tips. This 2.5-hour English tour begins at Mdina Gate at 3pm, uses a small group of up to 10 people, and includes free time for photos and rests.

“An amazing tour of Mdina and Rabat. Our guide, Chris, was very professional and extremely knowledgeable. Chris' passion was evident throughout. He made the experience enjoyable. He brought the city's history to life with fascinating stories. Highly recommend this tour.”

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Valletta: Vintage Bus to Valletta, Sliema, Rabat & Mdina - Sliema and St. Julian’s: useful pickup points
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Valletta: Vintage Bus to Valletta, Sliema, Rabat & Mdina

6.Vintage Bus to Valletta, Sliema, Rabat & Mdina

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 433 reviews · 1 day · from $9

Use a restored classic Maltese bus as your one-day connection between Valletta, Sliema, St. Julian’s, Mdina, and Rabat. This is transportation with character, not a guided tour. Check the limited timetable closely, especially for the return trip, and enjoy a friendly driver, open windows, and a memorable ride.

“It was a unique experience. The driver was so kind and on time.”

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Malta: Mdina and Rabat Tour with Local Guide - Meeting at Mdina Gate
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Malta: Mdina and Rabat Tour with Local Guide

7.Mdina and Rabat Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $24

Spend 2.5 hours walking through Mdina and Rabat with local guide Chris, a Rabat resident known for clear stories, humor, and local insight. See noble palaces, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Mdina’s bastions, and St. Paul’s Basilica for $24 per person.

“Our tour was excellent…just the right amount of everything. My 21 yo son was with me and I was a little worried he’d be bored but he really enjoyed it as well. Our tour guide Chris was so knowledgeable and friendly and he described the complex history in such a clear way. Highly recommend!!!!”

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Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour inc. Catacombs and St. Paul's Grotto - Mdina’s palaces and quiet lanes
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Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour inc. Catacombs and St. Paul’s Grotto

8.Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour inc. Catacombs and St. Paul’s Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Walk from Mdina Gate through Rabat’s churches and convents, then visit the Wignacourt Museum’s catacombs, WWII shelters, and St. Paul’s Grotto. Guides such as Matthew, Mario, Carmel, and Dylan explain Malta’s rulers, language, architecture, and local legends before leading you through Mdina’s quiet streets and fortifications.

“Dylan was amazing, fantastic way to see this ancient city! Highly recommend. So much history for such a small island.”

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Mdina: Valletta Waterfront Area, Mdina, and Rabat Night Tour - Starting with Valletta’s fortifications and waterfront
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Mdina: Valletta Waterfront Area, Mdina, and Rabat Night Tour

9.Valletta Waterfront Area, Mdina, and Rabat Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 302 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Travel by air-conditioned bus from Valletta to the Grand Harbour Waterfront, Rabat, and medieval Mdina. Walk under old lanterns, hear local history from a guide such as Fabrizia, Chantelle, Jo, or Mario, and enjoy cooler streets with fewer crowds.

“Brilliant and good time of day to do no crowds and cooler thank you”

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Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers - Dingli Cliffs and Malta’s western edge
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Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers

10.Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 299 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $80

Spend 7 to 8 hours touring Malta’s medieval Mdina, Rabat’s St. Cataldus Catacombs, Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta’ Qali Crafts Village and Mosta Dome. Guides such as Elizabeth, John and Josephine bring the island’s story to life, while lunch, wine, transport and entry fees are included.

“Incredibly rushed, too much of swapping coaches. Very very little time to explore any of the stops. When we arrived at Mdina (which was the whole point of booking the trip) we were informed we needed to be back at the meeting point within 30 mins. Barely enough time to grab a drink let alone see any of the sights. Very disappointed. Lunch was below average and again very rushed. I wasn’t asked about any allergies/dietary requirements and when the food came out, there were mushrooms in the sauce (I’m allergic). The visit to the Mosta Rotunda was a quick 20 mins walk through what I can only imagine is…”

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Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta' Qali & Mosta guided tour - Mdina: Malta’s Silent City in 45 minutes
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Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta’ Qali & Mosta guided tour

11.Mdina, Rabat, Dingli cliffs, San Anton gardens, Ta’ Qali & Mosta guided tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 248 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $80

Spend about eight hours touring Malta by air-conditioned vehicle, from Mdina’s medieval lanes and Rabat’s catacombs to Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta’ Qali and Mosta Rotunda. English-speaking guides such as Ana, John and Vince bring the history to life. Lunch is included, but expect a large group and a fast pace.

“Great full day tour! Our guide Charles was very knowledgable, yet light-hearted and funny. Due to weather (it rained a bit in the morning), he switched the program around a bit that allowed us to avoid rain while visiting the Mdina fortifications. He gave us enough time at every stop, answered all the questions. Lunch was provided at the cool restaraunt, food was very good and included red wine. Pick up and drop off transports were on time and used comfortable vans. Great day!”

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Malta: Rabat, Mdina, & San Anton Gardens Tour - San Anton Gardens and the president’s palace
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Malta: Rabat, Mdina, & San Anton Gardens Tour

12.Rabat, Mdina, & San Anton Gardens Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 243 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Spend four hours exploring San Anton Gardens, St. Paul’s Catacombs, Rabat, and Mdina with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see peacocks, underground tombs, medieval lanes, and Baroque buildings, with pickup and drop-off from your hotel or the nearest meeting point.

“Very good tour and highly recommended. Bit of a mix up with transportation which caused a little bit of delay on return back to hotels, but otherwise all okay. Guide had very good knowledge and the walk through Rabat & Mdina was lovely and certainly worth a visit.”

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Mdina and Rabat - City Walking Tour - Mdina’s quiet lanes and grand buildings
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Mdina and Rabat – City Walking Tour

13.Mdina and Rabat – City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24

Meet your licensed City Walking Tours Malta guide at Mdina Gate for a two-hour walk through the Silent City and Rabat’s old quarter. Guides such as Nadine, Mary, Angele, and Ernest bring the streets, architecture, and Maltese history to life. The tour ends at St. Paul’s Square.

“Our guide was excellent and Mdina is a fascinating place to visit. I will certainly visit Mdina again to explore it more and visit St Paul's”

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Half-Day Tour of Mosta, Ta'Qali Crafts Village & Mdina - Mosta Church and the bomb beneath the dome
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Half-Day Tour of Mosta, Ta’Qali Crafts Village & Mdina

14.Half-Day Tour of Mosta, Ta’Qali Crafts Village & Mdina

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 110 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

This four-hour guided outing links Mosta, Ta’Qali Crafts Village, and Mdina by included transport. You’ll enter Mosta’s Church of St. Mary, watch glass and silver artisans at work, and walk Mdina’s lanes before taking in views from its bastions. Pickup is from selected hotels or a nearby point.

“The glass blowing was really good I would have liked someone to explain the processes.”

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Valletta, Mdina, and Mosta Night Tour with 5D Show - The Grand Harbor view from Barrakka Gardens
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Valletta, Mdina, and Mosta Night Tour with 5D Show

15.Valletta, Mdina, and Mosta Night Tour with 5D Show

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 90 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $41

Join an English-speaking guide for an evening bus tour from Valletta through Malta’s lit-up capital, Mosta, and Mdina. You’ll see the Grand Harbor from Barrakka Gardens, watch a 5D history show, photograph Mosta Dome, and walk Mdina’s quiet streets.

“The tour was very entertaining and insightful. Our guide was knowledgeable and witty. The only thing is that sometimes it was hard to hear him, especially in crowded areas.”

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