Marsaxlokk Sunday Market & Blue Grotto with Local Guide
Excursions & day trips

Marsaxlokk Sunday Market & Blue Grotto with Local Guide

4.1/5
Excellent
Based on 45 reviews
from
£31.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Admire the dazzling natural sight of the Blue Grotto
  • Stroll around the market on Marsaxlokk's waterfront
  • Shop for Maltese produce and choose a spot for lunch
  • You'll check out the UNESCO World heritage Site of Hagar Qim Temple
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Malta
What to expect

Leisure is the name of the game on Sunday mornings in Malta, and this shopping and sightseeing trip makes the most of Malta's scenery and local culture. You'll head to Ħaġar Qim Temple, gaze at the renowned Blue Grotto and visit the fishing village of Marsaxlokk to stroll around its weekly market. Micheal, one of our expert local guides, says, 'If you like to eat fish and seafood, Marsaxlokk won't disappoint. It's packed with great restaurants and market day brings the freshest produce to town, much of it picked or caught the same day.'

We'll kick off with a visit to the historic Hagar Qim Temple. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is over 5,000 years old and hints at how Malta's first inhabitants lived on the island. Then, it's on to one of Malta's most famous natural sights – the Blue Grotto of Wied Iz-Zurrieq. It's a 50-metre-deep natural cave with a huge arch that stretches out to sea. The caves get their name from the light reflecting off the water, which creates a dazzling blue colour. An optional boat trip into the grotto is available.

You'll reach Marsaxlokk – one of the most picturesque spots in the country – just as tummies to begin growling. This quaint fishing village hosts a large market down by the waterfront – make sure you check out the colourfully painted ‘luzzu' boats floating in the harbour. As well as freshly caught fish, there'll also be locally grown fruit and veg, Maltese wines, cold cuts, cheeses and leather goods. Enjoy free time here and tuck into what takes your fancy.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • The boat trip into the Blue Grotto is an optional extra
  • Please note the market is weather dependent during the winter months
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Food and drinks not included
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • 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

4.1/5

Based on 45 reviews from verified customers

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Review categories

Service

4.7/5

Value for money

4.6/5

Staff

4.7/5

Safety

4.7/5

  • Oldies

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The guide was excellent she had great knowledge

  • Carole

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    We arrived at the market when it was closing up. Too late to buy any thing.

  • Dave

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    A really good trip out. The blue grotto is beautiful and the extra boat trip is an absolute must. We hadn’t realised we would be stopping at Hagar Qim ...

  • MD

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    The time we arrived at the fish Market it was closing up which was the main reason we booked to go. The tour guide was good and knowledgeable. The vis ...

  • Mark

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Too many hotel pick-ups: took ages!

  • Amanda

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Solo traveller

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Several of us were told this was a half day tour, it wasn't it was a full day. The visit to the Minajdra Temple was a surprise, but incredible and one ...

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