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The 12 Best Grand Harbour Cruises in Valletta

12 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 3.9 average  ·  from $23

The Grand Harbour and Marsamxett are the reason Valletta exists, and the creeks only make sense from the water. These 12 cruises take between forty minutes and two hours, and the cheapest is often the best.

Malta: Marsamxett Harbour and Grand Harbour Cruise by Night - Key highlights you should care about
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Malta: Marsamxett Harbour and Grand Harbour Cruise by Night

Valletta & Three Cities Harbour Cruise - Fort Saint Elmo: where harbour entrances get guarded
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Valletta & Three Cities Harbour Cruise

2.Valletta & Three Cities Harbour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 239 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $23Best value

Valletta and Three Cities harbour cruise: star forts and Birgu views on a Wi-Fi catamaran with live English commentary.

“There was a communication breakdown between the cruise company and Viator. Unfortunately, we did not get to go on the cruise because it was canceled by the company. However we were able to book our tickets online without adequate communication of its closure. I am currently waiting on my refund for the cruise I did not receive. I hope to receive my refund in a timely manner.”

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The Traditional Harbour Cruise - Three Cities Waterfront Views: Marinas, Dockyards, And Real Harbor Life
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The Traditional Harbour Cruise

3.The Traditional Harbour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 159 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

A traditional harbor cruise in Malta with English commentary, photo stops, and a smooth loop past Valletta and the Three Cities.

“Our seats had been given to cruise ship passengers, even though we had valid tickets. Also, the so-called hotel pick-up ended up being a twenty minute walk away.”

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1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus + Harbour Cruise Ticket - Hop-On Hop-Off North Blue Line: 24 hours of flexibility, not a one-hour sprint
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1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus + Harbour Cruise Ticket

5.1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus + Harbour Cruise Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 108 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $42

Valletta 1-day hop-on hop-off bus plus Grand Harbour catamaran cruise, with Wi-Fi and 24-hour Blue and Red Lines to see Malta.

“Bus is filthy. No air conditioning and drivers did not know where we needed to get off to go on harbor cruise. Audio system does not work in many of the seats. We never got to go on harbor cruise. Worst hop on hop off bus we have ever been on.”

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Three Cities guided tour including harbour boat tour - Senglea Gardjola Gardens: 360-degree payoff and Fort Sant Angelo context
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Three Cities guided tour including harbour boat tour

2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus + Harbour Cruise Pass - The harbour cruise to Valletta: the part many people remember
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2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus + Harbour Cruise Pass

7.2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus + Harbour Cruise Pass

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 89 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $60

48-hour Malta hop-on hop-off bus plus harbour cruise with live commentary, starting in Sliema. Optional Esplora Science Museum stop.

“Easy to get on and off. Staff very friendly. Only downside was the bus stops were not as regular as other sightseeing buses in other cities & countries. They also stopped rather early in the afternoon. The boat cruise of Valetta was exceptional.”

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Private Boat Tour of the Grand Harbour on the Island of Malta - Meet Keith in Valletta, then settle in for a calm ride
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Private Boat Tour of the Grand Harbour on the Island of Malta

8.Private Boat Tour of the Grand Harbour on the Island of Malta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) · from $40Top rated

Private 35-minute Grand Harbour boat tour in Malta with Keith, where you’ll spot Forts, learn siege stories, and enjoy calm Valletta views.

“A fabulous way to understand part of Malta. Keith was generous with his time and knowledge. He turned up on time, answered all our questions and filled us in on the history and architecture of the Grand Harbour”

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Sliema: Special Night Harbour Cruise - Where you go: Marsamxett, Grand Harbour, and the towns you pass
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Sliema: Special Night Harbour Cruise

9.Special Night Harbour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 41 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $24

Night harbour cruise from Sliema. 1.5 hours around Marsamxett and Grand Harbour near Valletta, with English commentary and BYO drinks.

“The boat ride was lovely because there were only 10 of us on board as opposed to the usual 50+. The tour however was read to us however by the vost drivers phone (AI/Computer). When It was run by Supreme tours, the boat driver was the guide and much more informative. For £17 however, its a great 1.5 hours to sit, have a few drinks, take pictures and juat relax. I would recommend it, yes.”

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Grand Harbour Cruise - Valletta and Grand Harbour: where sieges make sense from the water
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Grand Harbour Cruise

10.Grand Harbour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 20 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Grand Harbour Cruise from Sliema by eco catamaran, with live English and German commentary, indoor or outdoor seats, Wi-Fi, and optional Esplora stop.

“Splendid views of the harbour and Grand Harbour with informative commentary, although sometimes a little difficult to hear/ understand. A pre-recorded commentary might be better. However, overall, good value for money and worth experiencing.”

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Malta: 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Harbour Cruise (CMO) - North Route on the Blue Line: Mdina, Valletta, and the Seat-Side Trick
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Malta: 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Harbour Cruise (CMO)

11.2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Harbour Cruise (CMO)

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 12 reviews · from $57

Malta 2-day hop-on hop-off bus plus harbour cruise with North and South routes, flexible days, and waterfront views from iSeeMalta.

“It's easy to explore the most important sights. But you have to be careful, as there are two providers on the island, so you can't take just any bus. You also have to pay attention to the signs, as the north route buses are not necessarily blue. Unfortunately, the audio guide provided does not work on every bus. They are not the newest. We took full advantage of the offer with a two-day bus tour and a harbor tour on the third day. (Tip: sit on the right side so that the explanations match what you are seeing.)”

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