Malta · VALLETTA GRAND HARBOUR CRUISES
13 reviewed
Grand Harbour is the best seat in Malta: the bastions climb straight from the water, the creeks of the Three Cities open one after another, and the whole fortress city reads at once from a boat. These harbour cruises differ in route, length, and whether they run by day or lit up after dark.
90-minute Malta harbour cruise from Sliema, with English audio commentary and views of Grand Harbour, Marsamxett, Three Cities, and creeks.
“It's a perfect sea trip round great harbor) a bit windy, in November, so get dressed)”
Traditional Luzzu-style cruise from Sliema through Malta’s Grand and Marsamxett Harbours, with live commentary, forts, creeks, and a bar.
“This trip gave great information about past and present Malta. A shame some people book it but cannot speak English so talk during the commentary. A quick way to learn about Malta in pleasant surroundings.”
Night cruise in Malta by a licensed boat. See Grand Harbour, Marsamxett Harbour, and 10 creeks with English commentary for about $24.
“The trip with the boat was a little uncomfortable sometimes. We had high waves and a thunderstorm (far away on the sea) but there was lightning all the time. If you get seasick easily I would not recommend the trip as the boat was quite shaky. Comment is ONLY IN ENGLISH! I took some great pictures, the view is awesome as well as the service on the boat. The transport went very well also. I had a very experienced driver who took us safely but quickly as I like best personally. For the transportation and figuring out a pickup time and place I had to call the agency a couple…”
A 1.5-hour catamaran cruise from Sliema to Valletta and the Three Cities with live commentary, Wi‑Fi, and a possible Esplora stop.
“Zero communication after several attempts. No info on jump on jump off places. No one at the meeting spot had any idea what we’re talking about. We did not get a tour at all”
75-minute harbour cruise from Sliema on Luzzu Cruises, sailing Marsamxett and Grand Harbours plus the Three Cities with English audio.
“This was a lovely trip very informative with stunning scenery.”
A traditional harbor cruise in Malta with English narration, Valletta and the Three Cities views, and great photo stops from Sliema.
“The tours was very good. I was on the top of the boat and could hear the (recorded) guide narrative very clearly. It provided good info about the history of Villetta and other harbor cities. The boat was supposed to leave the dock at noon, but it left at 12:20pm. So the tour was not 90 min as advertised, but about 70min.”
A 75-minute Valletta Harbour Cruise by boat from Sliema. See Fort St Elmo and the Three Cities, with English commentary.
“Very pleasant trip round the 2 harbours and very informative about the local area and its history. Plenty of room on the boat”
Valletta’s 1-day hop-on hop-off bus plus Grand Harbour catamaran cruise: Wi‑Fi, A/C ride, and 24-hour north and south routes.
“I have purchased in other cities previously but found the service in Malta highly lacking. The website stated that hop on hop off incluced buses in Malta and gozo but this was not what we found. We had to pay for seperate ferries and buses on both islands in order to avail of the service at all and the times were extremly limted for peak season. An expensive and dissapointing lesson learned.”
A budget-friendly Malta harbour cruise from Sliema with English audio and big water views of Valletta, the Three Cities, and more.
“Great experience. Read the pick up instructions carefully. You will need to catch the ferry in Villetta to travel five minutes over to Sliema. The ferry leaves approximately every 15 minutes. The vote tour it’s very enjoyable, but wear warm clothes as it is very chilly on the boat in January. Definitely enjoyed this and would do it again. Also enjoyed visiting and walking the streets of Sliema.”
Three Cities guided tour in Malta with a dghajsa harbor boat cruise. Learn Knights of St. John lore and enjoy Senglea panoramic views.
“Really well organised trip. I missed the name of our guide, but she was excellent. Very interesting tour around the cities and then a brilliant ride around the harbour in the little traditional fishing boats. Can highly recommend.”
48-hour Malta hop-on hop-off buses plus a harbour cruise with live commentary, with an optional Esplora stop for great value.
“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.”
Private 35-minute Grand Harbour cruise from Valletta with Fort St Elmo, the Three Cities, and Malta fortresses. English guide. Mobile ticket.
“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”
Sliema night harbour cruise sails past Marsamxett and the Grand Harbour around Valletta in 1.5 hours. Bring your own food and 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.”
