Landmark
Grandmaster's Palace, Valletta
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The Grandmaster's Palace in Valletta served as the official residence of the Grand Masters of the Knights of St. John from the 16th century. Today, it houses the Office of the President of Malta and is partially open to the public. Visitors can tour the opulent State Rooms, adorned with frescoes depicting the Great Siege, and the Palace Armory, one of the world's finest collections of arms and armor. The palace's courtyards and corridors exude centuries of power and pageantry, offering a glimpse into the lives of the knightly rulers.
Don't miss
- Tour the State Rooms with frescoes of the Great Siege of Malta
- Browse the Palace Armory's collection of medieval and Renaissance weapons
- Stroll through the atmospheric courtyards and corridors
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Grandmaster's Palace, Valletta
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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