The Dark History of Valletta

Valletta is an old city, with dark stories hiding in its shadows. Valletta is an old city, with dark stories hiding in its shadows.  Discover the truth about Jean de Valette, the founder of Malta’s capital – and how he didn’t actually like Malta. You’ll also discover how the ghost of 16th Century knight Oliver Starkey haunted a house in the 1990s, and how he’s still causing trouble there today. You’ll hear the shocking letter a lovesick man sent to the woman he was obsessed with, shortly before he murdered her, and learn why hundreds of boys entered a church – but didn’t come out alive. Hear how famous UK sailor Admiral Lord Nelson won a challenge involving a large metal hook found in a Valletta street. All this, and more, on The Dark History of Valletta tour. Please note that Valletta has hills and steps so a reasonable amount of fitness is required If your group is larger, or you are a solo traveller, please message for a personalised tour price.

This walking tour begins at the statue of Jean de Valette behind the Royal Opera House. You'll discover the truth about this man, the founder of Malta's capital - and how he didn't actually like Malta. Hear how famous UK sailor Admiral Lord Nelson won a challenge involving a large metal hook found in a Valletta street. The tour will also reveal tales of scandal, murder, ghosts and tragedy in the dimly-lit streets of Malta's capital city. The tour will finish outside the Grand Master's Palace in the heart of Valletta, where you'll hear of the naughty games once played by the Knights of St John.