Valletta Waterfront
Valletta, Malta
A historic harbor promenade along the Grand Harbour basin in the Floriana district. The waterfront consists of a series of 19 Baroque warehouses built in 1752 at the initiative of Grand Master Manuel Pinto da Fonseca. The colorful doors of the buildings formerly symbolized the type of goods stored, including wine, grain, and olive oil. Today, it houses a cruise ship terminal and a dozen cafes, wine bars, and restaurants with tables right by the water. In the evenings, the facades of the warehouses are spectacularly illuminated.
- Visit time: 1 h
What to look for
- A row of 19 eighteenth-century warehouses with red, green, and blue doors
- Chapel of the Flight of the Holy Family into Egypt built into the line of buildings
- Traditional yachts and large passenger ships entering Grand Harbour
Before you go
- Best time: In the evening for dinner or a walk along the harbor basin
- Crowds: More traffic on days when cruise ships arrive
- Note: No restrictions on access to the promenade
Good to know
- The coat of arms of Grand Master Pinto, depicting five crescent moons, is visible above the central entrance to the complex.
Sources: vallettawaterfront.com, en.wikipedia.org
How long does it take to visit Valletta Waterfront?
Plan about 1 h.
Nearby
- Gardjola Gardens — 550 m
- Lascaris War Rooms — 570 m
- Argotti Botanic Gardens — 570 m
- Valletta to Birgu Dgħajsa Ferry — 580 m
- Barrakka Lift — 610 m
- Tritons' Fountain and City Gate — 630 m
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