Valletta Black Friars: Hidden Oratories and Treasures

Discover Valletta’s hidden gems: explore ancient oratories, the Silver Room, and a stunning basilica. Unveil treasures unseen for centuries.

Duration: 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Valletta Black Friars Experience - The Valletta Black Friars Experience recounts the lives of the Dominican Community in Valletta, in a place whereby over the course of 450 years of human struggle, a significant part of Valletta’s history has been written as well as events which could have shaped the world as we know it. Gain access to places…
What's Included
  • Entrance Fee
Additional Information

Visit the Valletta Black Friars Experience, one of Valletta’s crown jewels. The attraction offers you the possibility to visit two of the most beautiful Oratories in Malta which have been closed to the public for over 300 years, a visit to the Sacristy and the Silver Room with treasures hidden from sight for centuries and finally the Basilica of Our…

Location
Valletta Black Friars Experience
St. Dominic Street
Cancellation Policy

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

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Gavin
Jan 24, 2025
Astounding hidden gem - Amazing what can lie behind such an unassuming exterior, fascinating exhibits and my - the opulence of the church/various rooms, fabulous artwork, marble and ornate religious items - stark contrast to the equally fascinating St Catherines Monastery with its sackcloth aprons
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Passenger262560
Jan 15, 2025
Full of Art and History - A beautiful place full of art and history. Margaret showed me around, and apart from being very knowledgeable, she clearly is also passionate about the place. Would highly recommend this to Maltese resident and tourists!
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Louised1973
Jan 9, 2025
Don’t miss! - Excellent museum and church visit. Fascinating information about the friars and an absolutely mesmerisingly beautiful church. Did this in a joint ticket with St Catherine’s monastery (called that but it’s a nunnery) and worth every penny of the admission price. Staff at both are very knowledgeable and super friendly. Would highly recommend
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Pioneer828649
Jan 9, 2025
Dominicans in Valetta - A treasure. Half an hour is perfect for a visit to the oratories and the church. The staff are welcoming and the artworks and ambience are wonderful. This will give you a great insight into the activities of the Dominicans in Valetta.
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Culture02163989043
Jan 5, 2025
A very interesting experience!!! - The views were amazing, this history was all new to me and the guide was brilliant! He explained in detail, all that is show cased and it was very interesting!! Well done really enjoyed it👍
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Johnbw1885gk
Dec 12, 2024
A lovely visit - A beautiful church. Lovely contrast to the crazy co-cathedral and a good insight into the work of the Dominicans in Valletta.
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Miguelac5019wl
Dec 11, 2024
Great experience - Everything is very beautiful, the attention is great and very friendly, the paintings and their history are fabulous, I would definitely return to see it again.
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Wilde_david_london48
Dec 5, 2024
First Class historical experience - not to be missed! - I bought this ticket following a visit to the other Hidden Valletta attraction, St Catharines Monastery & Secret Garden and I'm glad I did. The attraction is newly opened this year and features a museum celebrating the Black Friars involvement with the church as well as the opportunity to walk around the church and side chapels. The restoration is amazing (as is the church) with priceless art and treasures on show in the Treasury of the church. An informative video presentation at the beginning of the tour provides context and the history of this significant building. Also what makes the experience all the more enjoyable are the friendly and well informed staff who are on hand to answer any questions you might have. I hope Hidden Valletta have more attractions planned as they clearly have an impressive approach to preserving and celebrating some of the city's hidden gems!
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Andrewrd4040zb
Jan 14, 2025
A quick visit - Lot's of art , gold and silver on display if that's what you like. Not for me, too much display of opulence for a church, meant to be helping people.
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O1253paclairem
Nov 27, 2024
Worth the visit. - Very interesting historical display of religious wealth and pomp. Incredible artwork and displays. Would recommend.
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