Category Blue Grotto and the South Cliffs

Malta · BLUE GROTTO AND THE SOUTH CLIFFS

Top 6 Blue Grotto Tours in Malta

6 reviewed

The Blue Grotto is a sea arch under the cliffs at Wied iż-Żurrieq on the south coast, and the small boats into it only run when the swell allows. Below: the tours that include the boat, the ones that pair it with the Sunday market at Marsaxlokk, and what happens to your morning if the sea is too rough to sail.

Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village - Pickup and timing: the “short tour” reality

1.Blue Grotto & Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 803 reviews · 4 hours · from $35Our pick

Half-day Malta tour to Blue Grotto sea caves and Marsaxlokk Sunday Market, with pickup and free time in the fishing village.

“Good trip but people need to heed the advice of the guide at the market. Please ensure you have no valuables on display or they are in front of you. 1 couple lost their money and cards. It is difficult to contact the police. If you have poor mobility not a trip for you as there is walking involved.”

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Malta: Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, and Qrendi Guided Tour

Malta: Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, and Qrendi Guided Tour - Marsaxlokk Market, Luzzu Boats, and the Harbour Photos You Came For

2.Marsaxlokk, Blue Grotto, and Qrendi Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 547 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

Malta south coast day trip from Valletta with Marsaxlokk market, the Blue Grotto caves and arch, plus peaceful Qrendi village lanes.

“We enjoyed the day very much. It was a wonderful sunny Sunday, so the weather was perfect for this trip. Marsaxlokk is a beautiful fishing village and has a market on Sundays. The windless, sunny day was also perfect for the Blue grotto which was very enjoyable.”

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Malta: Prehistoric Temples, Limestone Heritage & Blue Grotto

Malta: Prehistoric Temples, Limestone Heritage & Blue Grotto - Siġġiewi’s Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens: Malta’s stone, explained in plain language

3.Prehistoric Temples, Limestone Heritage & Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 412 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Guided half-day Malta tour to Ħaġar Qim, Limestone Heritage Park, and the Blue Grotto with hotel pickup, entries, and optional boat ride.

“The Blue Grotto was absolutely fantastic – a true highlight of our trip to Malta. The vivid blue water, majestic rock formations, and peaceful atmosphere created an unforgettable moment. Visiting the Limestone Heritage Museum afterwards gave everything even more meaning — it added context and depth to what we had just seen, making us appreciate Malta's natural beauty and history even more. Thank you for such a special experience!”

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Malta: Blue Grotto, Dingli, Rabat, Mdina, Ta Qali & Mosta

Malta: Blue Grotto, Dingli, Rabat, Mdina, Ta Qali & Mosta - Dingli Cliffs and Filfla: wide Mediterranean views, then a tiny mystery offshore

4.Blue Grotto, Dingli, Rabat, Mdina, Ta Qali & Mosta

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 75 reviews · from $148

Half-day private Malta tour with chauffeur: Blue Grotto boat, Dingli Cliffs, Rabat catacombs, Mdina, Ta Qali crafts, Mosta Rotunda.

“It was the perfect tour for those who want to get a taste of as much as possible with a lot of freedom to do what you want depending on your taste. Most of the other tours here only hit one or two stops, but this one has a nice mix of scenic views (The cliffs and the Blue Grotto), history (Mosta Church) and culture (Mdina) with time for lunch in Mdina if you want it. Highly recommend!”

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Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour

Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour - Marsaxlokk Sunday Market: Fresh Fish Plus Local Finds

5.Blue Grotto and Sunday Market at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 65 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Blue Grotto sea caves and Marsaxlokk Sunday market from Valletta, with hotel pickup, guide commentary, and free time to explore.

“Our guide Mark did a lot of explaining, so we knew what to expect.. The blue grotto is worth seeing with a little boat and the market was very nice to see. We had enough time to see both of the attractions.”

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Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Half-Day Tour from Valletta

Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Half-Day Tour from Valletta - Marsaxlokk Harbour: where the market is the attraction

6.Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Half-Day Tour from Valletta

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 53 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $45

Half-day Blue Grotto cruise and Marsaxlokk fishing market from Valletta, with pickup. Weather can affect the boat ride.

“Four of us took this tour. We were picked up on time and proceeded to fill the bus around the island. Linda, our English guide, was very welcoming and accommodating. She lost no time in getting us to the important sites. We had plenty of time to look around, shop for souvenirs, take pictures or grab a snack. At the end of the tour, we asked to be dropped off near the Hypogeum instead of our hotel. This was no problem and we made it to our next tour with time to spare. A great experience! The only thing that needs attention is the volume of the microphone on the…”

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