Religious site
St John's Co-Cathedral
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St John's Co-Cathedral is a 16th-century masterpiece in Birzebbuga, Malta, renowned for its richly decorated Baroque interior. Visitors are struck by the ornate marble floors, gilded altars, and intricate frescoes. The cathedral's main draw is Caravaggio's 'The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist', a dramatic and powerful painting that is the artist's only signed work. The experience offers a deep dive into Maltese religious art and history, with the opulence of the Knights of St John on full display.
Don't miss
- Caravaggio's 'The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist'
- Intricate marble inlaid floor with coats of arms
- Ornate Baroque side chapels with gilded decorations
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit St John's Co-Cathedral
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSaint Patrick's Cathedral Dublin Entry Ticket4.7★ · 791 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$13 per personSee dates →
Best full daySnorkel St. John Tour from Sapphire and Margaritaville4.9★ · 2,040 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$165 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleBiblical Ephesus & Basilica Of St. John & The Mary's House Tour4.6★ · 17 travelers4–6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$25 per personSee dates →More attractions in Birzebbuga