Mosta Dome

Experience some of Malta's most interesting highlights in just one day on a guided group tour. Discover the medieval city of Mdina, St. Cataldus Catacombs, and Mosta Rotunda. Stroll through the San Anton Botanical Gardens, take in sea views from Dingli Cliffs, and buy glass from local craftspeople. After hotel pickup, start your tour with the ancient city of Mdina, renowned for its opulent palaces, fortifications, architecture, and ancient heritage. Stroll through the narrow streets of the island's old capital, taking in one of Europe's finest examples of an ancient walled/fortified city. Take a journey back in time, as the streets have not changed much in the last 1,000 years. Admire the magnificent palazzos and churches in the city's unique mix of medieval and Baroque styles, as well as the spectacular panoramas from the high bastion walls. Leave Mdina through the Greeks Gate. Head to St. Cataldus Catacombs, in Rabat, on the outskirts of Mdina. Discover the catacombs, which were originally a Punic burial shaft, and some of the earliest archaeological evidence of Christianity in Malta. See graves that are beautiful examples of canopied tombs and others hewn in the rocks. Continue to Dingli Cliffs, off the village of Dingli on Malta's western coast, the highest point of the Maltese island at around 253m above sea level. Enjoy breathtaking views over the terraced fields underneath and the panorama of the vast open seas with the small uninhabited island of Filfla. After lunch, visit the San Anton Botanical Gardens, built in the early 17th century by Grand Master Antoine de Paule to complement his summer residence: San Anton Palace, located at the perimeter of the gardens, now serving as the residence of the Maltese President. Next, stop at the Ta' Qali Craft Village, a former British Royal Air Forces wartime airfield restored into a local artisan hub. Watch local craftsmen form elaborate glass art using ancient glassblowing techniques. Get some genuine locally made mementos to remind you of your visit to Malta. End your tour with Malta's largest church, the Sanctuary Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady, commonly known as the Mosta Rotunda or Mosta Dome. Built between 1833 and the 1860s to Neoclassical designs, the present church is based on the Pantheon in Rome. Discover its dome, the third largest unsupported dome in the world. Finally, return to your hotel.

Book this 5-day excursion package to experience all of the culture, charm, and history of Malta and Gozo Islands. Visit the archipelago's main highlights with two full-day tours and three half-day tours over 5 days. Get picked up and dropped off at your hotel every day of your experience. Browse through the many available itineraries and select the option that best fits your plans. See the day-by-day itinerary when selecting your preferred option. Drive to the city of Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a half-day tour. Explore imposing fortifications, bastions, and palaces. Watch an immersive audiovisual show on Malta's history and tour St John's Co-Cathedral, the Upper Barraka Gardens, and Grand Harbour. Take a day trip to Mdina, the country's old capital city. Admire the fortified walls and its spectacular panoramas. Visit the village of Rabat, the Catacombs of St Cataldus, Dingli Cliffs, San Anton Gardens, Ta' Qali Artisan Village, and the Rotunda of Mosta with its dome. Enjoy lunch and a glass of wine. Embark on another half-day excursion to the famous Three Cities: Vittoriosa, Senglea, and Copiscua. Appreciate these historic fortified cities and discover their magnificent churches, piazzas, fortifications, and architectural treasures. Take a boat trip of the creeks aboard a Maltese 'frejgatina'. Immerse yourself in the landscape of Gozo on a scenic day trip. Take the ferry from Malta and visit the city of Victoria, the Ggantija temples, and the Citadel, a majestic medieval fortress. Gaze at Xlendi Bay, Dwejra Bay, and Inland Sea, with an optional boat trip. Eat lunch with a glass of wine. Head over to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk on a half-day adventure. See the largest fishing harbor in Malta, lined with traditional “luzzus”, brightly colored boats. Wander around the open-air market, visit the town of Qrendi, and marvel at the Blue Grotto, with an optional boat trip.

Malta is beautiful at any time of day but at night it takes on a magic of its own. We will take you for an evening drive through history. We will explore our baroque Capital City of Valletta, and see what it has to offer during the night. We then visit the mysterious medieval streets of Birgu (Vittoriosa), one of the Three Cities, then we head to the 16th century fortified city of Mdina, ‘The Silent City’, for an illuminative little walk or drive through its area, the limits of Rabat. Last but not least, we proceed to the centre heart of Malta, Mosta. Its renowned for the Basilica, also known as ‘The Rotunda’. During summer nights, it will be beautifully lit up, especially in August when the local feast of the Assumption of Our Lady is celebrated. Pick up and Drop off from Hotel/Location is included.

Discover Malta with the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, offering two scenic routes and multilingual commentary. Travel on the North (Blue) or South (Red) Line, stopping at over 20 top attractions, including Mdina, Mosta Dome, Ta’ Qali Crafts Village, the Three Cities, Marsaxlokk, the Blue Grotto, and Valletta. With unlimited hop-on, hop-off access, explore Malta at your own pace and enjoy a fun, flexible sightseeing experience like never before! Relax, enjoy the stunning views, and make unforgettable memories as you discover the beauty of Malta.

Gain a comprehensive overview of Malta on this full-day tour of the island's natural and cultural landmarks, with round-trip transfer ensuring a hassle-free trip. Tick off top sights, such as the Blue Grotto and Mosta Parish, and discover hidden gems including the Popeye movie set and the medieval city of Mdina . Receive personalized attention from your private guide, plus plenty of complimentary tasters of Malta's natural produce. Enjoy spectacular views of the cliffs and the sea below at Dingli Cliffs, Malta's highest altitude point. Discover the mysterious capital of Malta, Valletta Walk through and discover the beauty of Mdina as we take you through its history and your stop for lunch here as well. Visit one of the most famous and spectacular beaches in Malta known as Golden Bay Receive personalized attention and knowledge from your private local guide from start to finish

Visit renowned destinations in Malta with the convenience of a chauffeur-driven Volkswagen camper which seats up to 7 passengers and is equipped with air-conditioning. Enjoy the services of a private driver for 4 to 8 hours, filled with the island country's highlights, and take advantage of hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off. Make your day unique with and an experience of a life-time. Get recommendations on the best routes to get the most out of your vacation or customize from locations such as Mdina Old City, Ta' Qali Crafts Village, Mosta Dome, Popeye Village, Hagar Qim and Mnajdra Temples, Blue Grotto (Il-Hnejja), Dingli Cliffs, Marsaxlokk, Tarxien Temples and the capital city of Valletta.

Explore Malta's cultural and historical sites with the iSeeMalta Heritage Pass. Enjoy unlimited use of the City Sightseeing Malta Hop-On Hop-Off bus, a traditional harbor cruise (with live commentary), and free entrance to 20+ heritage sites in Malta. Use the pass over a period of 6 days from activation. The majority of the sites can be accessed within walking distance from all City Sightseeing bus stops. Enjoy unlimited use of the City Sightseeing Malta Hop-On Hop-Off bus for 6 days. Join a traditional harbor cruise to relive Malta’s gallant history, cruising around the two natural harbors on either side of Valletta – Marsamxetto Harbour and the Grand Harbour. See the past and view the magnificent forts, battlements, and creeks situated in Valletta and the 3 cities. Listen to a detailed live commentary in English and German to learn about the history connected with the two Great Sieges of 1565 and 1942, as well as other places of interest that can only be admired from the sea. Enjoy free one-time entry to 20+ heritage sites in Malta. Explore the National War Museum at Fort St. Elmo, the Fortification Interpretation Centre at The Fortress Builders, and the Malta National Community Art Museum at MUŻA. Visit the National Museum of National History, Ta’ Ħaġrat Temples, Ta’ Bistra Catacombs, and Fort St. Angelo. Discover Għar Dalam, the National Museum of Archaeology, and the Inquisitor’s Palace. Explore the Malta Maritime Museum, Ħaġar Qim, Mnajdra Temples, and Tarxien Temples. Visit Domvs Romana, St. Paul’s Catacombs, Borġ in-Nadur, Ta’ Skorba Temples, The Palace Armoury, and The Palace State Rooms.

Visit renowned destinations in Malta with the convenience of a chauffeur-driven Vintage Bus which seats up to 20 passengers and is equipped with air-conditioning. Enjoy the services of a private driver for 4 to 8 hours, filled with the island country's highlights, and take advantage of hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off. Make your day unique with and an experience of a life-time. Get recommendations on the best routes to get the most out of your vacation or customize from locations such as Mdina Old City, Ta' Qali Crafts Village, Mosta Dome, Popeye Village, Hagar Qim and Mnajdra Temples, Blue Grotto (Il-Hnejja), Dingli Cliffs, Marsaxlokk, Tarxien Temples and the capital city of Valletta.

You can start your tour at any time between 10:30 hrs. and 15:30 hrs., giving you complete freedom to organize your day. You will be welcomed by our receptionist as soon as you arrive at the reception desk within the Sanctuary Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady (Rotunda of Mosta), who will provide you with all the necessary information and suggestions to make the most out of your visit. At the reception desk, you will be guided on how to download our mobile phone app. which you will be using during your tour. You will start your tour by visiting the Sanctuary Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady, often called the Mosta Dome or the Rotunda of Mosta, a Roman Catholic parish church and minor Basilica situated in the centre of the hamlet. The current church, which was built between 1833 and 1860 to neoclassical designs and is modelled after the Pantheon in Rome, is Malta's largest church and is renowned for having the third-largest unsupported dome in the world! Then proceed to explore an underground World War II air-raid shelter and relive the hardships that the Maltese people had to endure during the relentless bombing of the islands throughout World War II. The complex also boasts an exhibition of tools and implements related to old trades and a photo exhibition about Malta during World War II. The first part of the tour (the visit to the Rotunda of Mosta and the World War II air-raid shelter) is at leisure and therefore not assisted by a live guide. You will be provided with a mobile phone app. and printed material in several languages (English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish), which will help enhance your experience. Assisted by one of our team members, you will then stroll through Mosta's historic streets admiring the architecture, splendour and beauty of this charming village while also visiting some places of interest with exclusive access available only during this tour. You will visit the Markiz Mallia Tabone Farmhouse, a Mosta farm that was converted into a cultural hub housing a variety of permanent exhibits about the Maltese heritage, folklore, and contemporary arts, as well as various other seasonal or temporary exhibitions that are displayed throughout the year. You will also visit the Speranza Chapel, a chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Hope, located in the beautiful “Wied il-Għasel” (also known as Mosta Valley), a gorgeous chapel which was built in the year 1761 and home to a very interesting legend. During your walk, we will provide you with a booklet in different languages explaining the significance of each point of interest, and through the mobile phone app. you can also listen to the information in several languages. Enjoy a delightful buffet meal at the DOME Visitors Centre where you will sample various Maltese specialties in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

reflecting magically off the water onto the limestone walls of the caves. If viewed from the cliffs above, the caves appear framed by a majestic arch, and with unobstructed views of the island of Filfla, it is truly a sight to behold. Marsaxlokk. Marsaxlokk Bay is Malta’s second largest natural harbour. It is the best place to see the colourful, traditional Maltese fishing boats, the Luzzus, with the mythical eye painted on their prows. The village is the Islands’ main fishing harbour; its Sunday fish market a fascinating insight into local life and a traditional industry. The stalls brim with the night’s catch – fish of all shapes, colours and sizes. The 3 Cities. The Three Cities offer an intriguing insight into Malta and its history. Left largely unvisited, these cities are a slice of authentic life as well as a glimpse into Malta’s maritime fortunes. The Three Cities can rightly claim to be the cradle of Maltese history, as Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua have provided a home and fortress to almost every people who settled on the Islands.