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You can also visit the official dining room, the Supreme Council Hall and the Page’s Waiting Room (the grand master had 16 servants!). Inside the palace, you will have access to the State Rooms, which includes the Council Chamber and its magnificent drapes made by the Gobelins manufactory. It’s actually quite surprising that, although housing one of the highest authorities of the country, the palace can be visited freely.įrom the start, you will be surprised by the beautiful courtyards with fountains and statues: a bit of shade is more than welcome during the hot days.

Nowadays, the palace houses the President of Malta Office. The Grand Master’s Palace is the second major tourist attraction of Valletta.Īs its name suggest, it was originally the Grand Masters of the Order of Malta’s residence. You can find all the information you need to visit the cathedral on the official website. Anyway, it’s not a very good idea to wear high heels to walk in the cobbled alleys of Valletta! Ladies are not allowed to wear high heels because they could damage the precious floor.

In order to get in, you need to follow the dress-code: shawls are distributed inside to cover your arms and legs. And as if that wasn’t enough to dazzle you, the pillars and walls are all covered with magnificent golden decorations! Lastly, you will have the opportunity to admire some of Caravaggio’s paintings. You can also discover the eight chapels, each dedicated to one of the languages of the Order and richly decorated. The vault is entirely covered with frescoes depicting the life of St. The marble floor decorated with coat of arms houses the Knights of the Order tombs. When I walked in, I didn’t know what to look at first! At first glance, there is so much things to see that it’s even a bit confusing. Its somewhat simple facade hides a breathtaking interior. Let’s start your visit to Valletta with a masterpiece of Baroque art: St. Visit Valletta: The 10 Must-See Attractions and Points of Interest You’re traveling in Malta? These articles will help you!.1) The best activities in Malta (and from Malta).The Fort St Elmo and the National War Museum Visit Valletta: The 10 Must-See Attractions and Points of Interest.