Hidden Valletta: Discover Secret Museums

Explore Valletta’s hidden gems: Mysterium Fidei’s secret garden and Black Friars’ rich history. Discover art, peace, and centuries-old stories.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mysterium Fidei By Hidden Valletta - Mysterium Fidei offers a multi-sensory journey situated in St Catherine’s Monastery, nestled in the heart of Valletta. After being closed to the public for over 400 years, the door to the Secret Garden is now open, inviting visitors to explore this serene space and gain insight into the lives of the cloistered…
What's Included
  • Free audio tour
Additional Information

Discover the hidden gems of Valletta by exploring two exceptional museums nestled away from the usual tourist paths in the lively city of Valletta. Begin your journey at Mysterium Fidei, featuring a secret garden within the confines of a 450-year-old monastery. This cloister, once closed to the public for over four centuries, is now accessible for…

Location
Mysterium Fidei By Hidden Valletta
St. Christophers Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Roving696005
May 19, 2026
Amazing experience - A beautiful garden and amazing experience in the middle of Valetta. The monastery is still working and you can feel the unique atmosphere of nuns' life. Worth to visit.
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Don
May 6, 2026
Hidden Gems with no crowds - Truly a hidden gem. First we went to the Monastery. Solemn. Simple lifestyle. Eye opening 2nd stop - the Black Friars experience in the Basilica. Eye opening! Over the top. NO CROWDS! Give it a try!
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Resort34253479393
Apr 30, 2026
Well worth the visits. - These two experiences were well worth the visits to see how both the nuns and friars lived. Easy to find with friendly staff.
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Michael
Apr 21, 2026
Both sites are part of Maltas hidden history - The Mysterium Fidei is an oasis of calm in a very busy world. And very Indian for a nunnery
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Inspiration541181
Apr 13, 2026
Relaxing - Soothing and cultural experience
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A8500xgtiffanyd
Apr 13, 2026
Visit - Nice visit very informative. Quiet place, relaxing and full of history.
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Jo
Apr 8, 2026
A must see - Such a beautiful experience seeing this beautiful convent and seeing how the nuns spent their lives there.
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Trail17516434510
Apr 1, 2026
A hidden gem in Valletta! - Most interesting visit to Mysterium Fidei. We loved discovering this place full of history, still unknown to the general public. Two highlights of our visit were the inner garden, which is a haven of peace in the city, and the Sisters’ Crypt, which is particularly impressive and moving. An authentic experience that we highly recommend if you want to discover the hidden secrets of the capital!
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Stephanie_w
Jun 4, 2026
Mysterium Fidei & Black Friars Self-Guided Tours - THE MYSTERIUM FIDEI & BLACK FRIARS ATE SELF-LEAD TOURS: THERE IS NO TOUR GUIDE. Nothing in the description advised of this, leading to fruitless calls for information. Once inside, the attractions were historically informative. The inner gardens of the Mysterium Fidei were absolutely lovely! I was gratified that the tour acknowledged how many girls were consigned to MF against their wills for economic reasons, rather than perpetuate the myth that they were all devout. I would recommend it for the history, the gardens, and the resident cats.
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Rubicondo
Apr 14, 2026
Good discovery - Very nice visit, quiet place, with a beautiful garden (which feels good in a city where there is so little greenery)! I recommend this small museum!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).