Hagar Qim Temple and Limestone Heritage Museum Tour
Excursions & day trips

Hagar Qim Temple and Limestone Heritage Museum Tour

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
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£28.00
Free cancellation
language
Language: German , English , French , Italian
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Mobile voucher accepted
duration
Duration: more than 8 hours
Do this because
  • Learn about Malta's history
  • Visit the Limestone Heritage museum
  • Explore the temple complex of Hagar Qim
  • Choose between a half or full day tour
What to expect

Ancient history and heritage have stayed strong on Malta's scenic southwest coast. This tour takes you to a limestone quarry museum celebrating one of the island's oldest trades, plus Hagar Qim temple – a UNESCO World Heritage Site overlooking the Med. And if you've opted for the full day tour, you'll have lunch, before spending the afternoon in Marsaxlok and Ghar Damar cave – an insight as to how archaeologists proved Malta was once part of European landmass.

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What's included
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  • check Guide
  • check Lunch (if full day option selected)
What to remember
  • Lunch, Marsaxlok and Ghar Damar cave visits are only included in full day tour
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Provider
TUI MALTA LTD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.5/5

Based on 2 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From Israel - June 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United Kingdom - October 2021

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Limestone heritage and temples were excellent but we didn’t go to the market, not sure why.

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