Museum
Inquisitor's Palace
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The Inquisitor's Palace in Birgu is a rare surviving example of an Inquisition palace in Europe, now serving as the National Museum of Ethnography. Visitors explore the austere tribunal hall, the inquisitor's private apartments, and the prison cells, gaining insight into the Inquisition's role in Maltese society. The building's architecture blends medieval and Baroque styles, with original frescoes and furnishings. Exhibits include documents, religious art, and instruments of punishment, offering a sobering yet fascinating look at this period.
Don't miss
- The restored tribunal hall where accused heretics were tried
- The inquisitor's private chapel with original 18th-century decorations
- The prison cells and collection of torture devices
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Inquisitor's Palace
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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