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Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

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Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village
3.5134327 out of 5 stars
3.5
3.5134327 out of 5 stars
670 reviews

During this tour we visit Blue Grotto for 1 Hour & Marsaxlokk for 1.5 Hours. In Blue Grotto you are able to do a 20 min boat ride at an extra cost (payable at Blue Grotto directly)

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English, German, Italian, French
Pickup included
Pick up from the hotel or nearest point. Pick up from Cirkewwa at 0830 hrs Mellieha at 0840 hrs Xemxija/Golden Bay at 0850 hrs St. Paul's Bay at 0900 hrs Bugibba at 0905 hrs Qawra at 0910 hrs St. Julian's at 0910 hrs Sliema at 0855 hrs Valletta at 0840 hrs Attard at 0830 hrs

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Avril – Ireland

Lovely fishing village to visit. Blue Grotto was a waste of time. You just peer over a ledge and look at grey water. No boat trips were available. I don't know why because it said we could have the option of a boat trip. Bus was awful. Every time the driver breaked, which was often, we all went flying to the front. Very sharp brakes and a very rickety bus.

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Andrea – United Kingdom

Not keen on markets but the blue grotto was amazing

Highlights

  • Witness the stunning sea caves at the Blue Grotto
  • Browse the colourful stalls at Malta's famous Sunday Market in Marsaxlokk
  • Enjoy free time to explore pretty Marsaxlokk Village

Full description

Your 5-hour tour starts at the Blue Grotto. Made up of sea caverns on the southern coast of Malta, the Blue Grotto caverns are west of Wied iz-Zurrieq Harbor and across the small uninhabited islet of Filfla.

Every day from sunrise until about 13:00 the cave's unique location allows sunlight to reflect in the water to create numerous shades of brilliant blue. Several caverns mirror the brilliant phosphorescent colors of the underwater plants. Other caverns show a deep dark shade of blue. If weather permits, you can do a 20 minute boat trip around the caves for an extra fee.

You will then drive to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk. Vibrant, colorful Marsaxlokk Market offers a great opportunity to experience the local life. Browse the stalls where fresh fish and seafood are sold, and barter for honey, fruit jams, wine, vegetables, clothing, and souvenirs.

You'll have free time to explore this picturesque market village before heading back.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Licensed, local guide
  • 4-hour tour to the Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk
  • Blue Grotto Boat Trip Ticket

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • The market is not available on the 22nd September 2024, since there will be the Village's Feast at Marsaxlokk. You still spend 90 minutes at Marsaxlokk to see the celebrations, eat something, and look at the marvellous boats

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Overall rating

3.5 /5

based on 670 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4/5
  • Transportation
    3.9/5
  • Value for money
    3.4/5

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Avril – IrelandJanuary 27, 2025 – Verified booking
Lovely fishing village to visit. Blue Grotto was a waste of time. You just peer over a ledge and look at grey water. No boat trips were available. I don't know why because it said we could have the option of a boat trip. Bus was awful. Every time the driver breaked, which was often, we all went flying to the front. Very sharp brakes and a very rickety bus.
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Andrea – United KingdomJanuary 4, 2025 – Verified booking
Not keen on markets but the blue grotto was amazing
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Joanne – United KingdomMay 19, 2024 – Verified booking
I didn’t have high hopes for this trip as the reviews were pretty mixed but it was actually really good, despite a bit of rain at the Blue Grotto. The itinerary was different to what I expected - we did the market first and the Blue Grotto after, which worked out well and there was no queue for boat tickets at the grotto (mid-May). I thought it was good value considering we were picked up from our hotel in the north of the island at 8.40am and returned just after 2. I have no negatives to say about the trip, we had ample time at both destinations and there were public toilets at both places as well as cafes for refreshment. Highly recommended trip

Product ID: 26199

Activity provider:Supreme Travel Limited

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