Yo-ho-ho and a Barrel of Family Fun: Children’s Corsair Valletta Voyage Walking Tour
A mixture of discovery, education, culture and fun in an interactive manner for both children and accompanying adults.
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
Amazing half day tour of Valletta We just spent a fabulous morning with Giacomo on a private walking tour of Valletta. The tour was fantastic, full of interesting facts and information, Giacomo is a brilliant guide, he pitched the tour perfectly for our group of 11 which was made up of adults, teenagers and children. We all thoroughly enjoyed it we couldn't recommend Giacomo and his tours any higher, probably the best tour we have had!
- Ian H - Aug 2025 - Trip Advisor Review
Tour Details
- Ages: Child friendly / Suitable also for Adults
- Starting Location: Upper Barrakka Garden
- Tour Difficulty: Easy
- Photo Friendly: Yes
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Ending Location: Grand Master's Palace
- What to wear: Comfortable clothes and walking shoes
- Guide: Licensed Maltese tour guide in authentic Maltese Corsair clothing
- Language: English
Overview
Ignite your child’s imagination on this Maritime Children’s Corsair Tour during Valletta’s Golden Age on your Malta trips, where history comes alive and young minds become part of the captivating tales of Maltese mariners and Valletta’s connection with “Licensed Piracy” , the sea, life-changing events even outside our shores as one of the most fun things to do in Malta on an adventure Ideal for Children aged 7 years and over.
Prepare for an interactive journey of Valletta’s prime sites filled with excitement and discovery as every building in Valletta we will pass and stop by, in particular Merchants Street and more, will clearly show that Corsairing was, especially during the times of the Knights of St John a well organised industry…and not you’re mainstream “Pirates of the Caribbean”. It was the bread and butter for many on the island.
A point your tour guide will be entertaining you with, all dressed as a real famous Maltese Corsair. How does that sound for a fun thing to do in Malta?
Watch as the children burst into laughter and excitement when your corsair recruits them as part of his crew, involving them in immersive storytelling experiences…sometimes as the point of a sword! Though mostly voluntary :)
Through the use of engaging visuals and real-life scenarios, we delve into the lesser-known yet incredible aspects of Maltese social and cultural history. Live through forgotten stories inside Valletta, our Maritime Capital City and jewel of the Mediterranean as we navigate through safe pedestrian-only areas,
This extraordinary adventure isn’t just for the kids—accompanying adults will also be enthralled. Join us for an engaging, educational, and fun-filled experience that will leave your Malta trips with cherished memories and a profound appreciation for both Malta’s and Valletta’s maritime legacy.
Prepare for an interactive journey of Valletta’s prime sites filled with excitement and discovery as every building in Valletta we will pass and stop by, in particular Merchants Street and more, will clearly show that Corsairing was, especially during the times of the Knights of St John a well organised industry…and not you’re mainstream “Pirates of the Caribbean”. It was the bread and butter for many on the island.
A point your tour guide will be entertaining you with, all dressed as a real famous Maltese Corsair. How does that sound for a fun thing to do in Malta?
Watch as the children burst into laughter and excitement when your corsair recruits them as part of his crew, involving them in immersive storytelling experiences…sometimes as the point of a sword! Though mostly voluntary :)
Through the use of engaging visuals and real-life scenarios, we delve into the lesser-known yet incredible aspects of Maltese social and cultural history. Live through forgotten stories inside Valletta, our Maritime Capital City and jewel of the Mediterranean as we navigate through safe pedestrian-only areas,
This extraordinary adventure isn’t just for the kids—accompanying adults will also be enthralled. Join us for an engaging, educational, and fun-filled experience that will leave your Malta trips with cherished memories and a profound appreciation for both Malta’s and Valletta’s maritime legacy.
Tour Highlights
- Treat your children or students to a safe and unique adventure, exploring Malta’s maritime heritage as fun things to do in Malta.
- Combine education and fun with interactive experiences, visual aids, and role-playing that captivate young minds during your Malta trips.
- Enjoy an entertaining and enlightening tour designed to engage both children and accompanying adults
Tour Theme
Inspiration – Courage and Determination to face life and finding clever solutions to its problems – This tour goes beyond our Maritime Culture and History, this tour is a journey of discovery what makes us Maltese, the sacrifices of our ancestors and perils they faced.
Location Highlights
- Upper Barrakka Garden / Grand Harbour View
- Auberge de Castille
- St James Cavallier and House of Annona
- Church of our Lady of Victory
- De Valette Statue
- Auberge D’Italie
- Most of Merchant Street
- Castellania
- St. John’s Co-Cathedral
- Valletta Food Market
- Church of the Jesuits
- Old University
- A Secret Street/Hidden Route (Optional)
- Grand Master’s Palace
Further Information
• Comfortable walking shoes.
• A hat in summer (although the narrow streets will be mostly shaded).
• Warm clothes in winter as Valletta can be chilly.
Professional Maltese Licensed Tour Guide, in costume portraying a real 16 century character to better tell this remarkable story.
Entry to buildings is not included.
Our young participants must be ideally over 7 years old and accompanied by an Adult. More accompanying Adults are also welcome. The tour is designed to entertain both adults and children
Our definition of Children are young pirates or princesses between the age of 7 and 11. All miscreants over and above 11 are considered fit to carry a sword and gun and so classified as Adults :)
Our tours typically have a small group size to ensure a personalized experience.
The tour will only be cancelled in case of extreme weather conditions.
Unless there is extreme rainfall, the tour will still happen. If the tour is cancelled, we will notify you beforehand. We will always prioritize the safety and comfort of our clients first.
Your journey begins at the very top of this page.
First step is to head to the top of page, and kindly fill in the details of your ideal date, preferred tour and add any extra tidbits that can jazz up your experience.
Then just click on “Send Booking request” and we’ll be in touch with you within 48 hours
Once we’ve established a date and time and sorted all the details, the rest is easy :)
The amount is paid on the date of the tour.
Cancellations or change of bookings are only allowed if received via email notification on [email protected] at least 48 hours before the tour commences.
Our tours are designed to be safe and enjoyable for all clients. We prioritise safety above all else and work with experienced guides and tour operators to ensure that all activities are conducted safely.
As we will have children on board we shall be walking on pedestrian zone areas and on pavements to make this experience as stress -free as possible :)
The tour is on even paved ground and on pedestrian walking areas only to ensure you peace of mind :)
The tour includes around 17 stops.
The route, sights, and topics may vary slightly depending on weather and any building works.
Approximately 30mns of walking is involved.
Yes, all tours must be booked in advance.
NO Deposit is Needed and all is paid on the day of the Tour itself :)
The meeting place is less 10 minutes away from a public car park and the bus stop is less than 10 minutes’ walk away.
A Public Bathroom available at the meeting place. Also, Bathrooms and Toilets are available throughout due to the many restaurants and cafe’s on our route :)
Yes, the tour is offered in English.
Although much appreciated, it is solely up to you to decide whether or not to tip your tour guide.
Just email us on [email protected] and we will be glad to help out.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in with your guide.
Tour Pricing
Details
Price
Base Price
€ 125
Per Accompanying Adult
€ 10
Per Child
€ 5
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- Client Testimonials
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Like no other!
Full immersion!
The Tour is an immersive and captivating experience that delves deep into the island's tumultuous past. Our guide, dressed as a pirate, was incredible bringing the stories of Malta's infamous pirates to life. The tour covered significant part of Valletta. Each location was enriched with fascinating anecdotes and historical context.
The blend of history and entertainment made it engaging for all ages.The attention to detail in both the storytelling and the visual presentation was impressive, making the experience both informative and highly enjoyable.
Overall, the Tour is a must-do for history enthusiasts and families alike. It’s a unique way to explore Malta's rich maritime heritage and understand the pivotal role piracy played in its history.
- Babur B
Stop and Book This Tour!!!
I cannot recommend Malta Themed Tours enough, what fun we had. Giacomo is such a warm personality and is such a well researched historian, it has been quite sometime since I have met someone who has taken so much care in curating how best to tell stories and share historical facts. We booked the tour late as it was a last minute plan to be in Mdina that day, Giacomo made it so easy to take a last minute booking and even still remembered our names as he did the rest of the tour group. If you are looking for a fresh and fun tour of some of Malta’s history or even if you are a local like me, looking for something new to experience, I really recommend booking a tour with Giacomo and then going for a late dinner after the tour. We are planning to do all of the tours that are offered this year. Thank you Giacomo for everything.
- Christina W
The best tour in Valletta!!!!
Giacomo is such a wonderful guide! Prepare for a full immersion, as he's taking you on board! We learned so much during this tour, and we now view several buildings of Valletta under a different light! I had no idea of the history of Valletta under the Knights and Corsairs and not only Giacomo made the tour really informative but also memorable and interesting. Jokes were on point and his good mood was contagious. Such a perfect tour! We enjoyed it a lot, so much that now we want to treat ourselves with the tour of Mdina! Thank you Giacomo for your professionalism and the messages before and after the tour, it feels really nice and the experience is full!
- 0Hellish0
“EASILY THE BEST!"
We have been organising Malta heritage tours for 15 years, and Giacomo is easily the best, most engaging guide we have ever come across.
His tours are totally original and deeply researched, yet they're not a series of names and dates, but a very lively trip into a Malta's past, full of colourful characters and dramatic events.
If you and yours want an informative, immersive and extremely amusing Malta tour, this is the one for you!
- Baroque5
"Must thing to do in Malta"
Our guide really nailed it. He arrived dressed as a corsair and stayed in character throughout his entire "performance". Using a first-person story-telling style, he brought us back in time to actually feel the history. This tour checked every box - it was entertaining, informative, and memorable. I highly recommend them!
- David F
“Brilliant performance by a scoundrel!" -
The guide was a murderous scoundrel (and pirate), but his performance was brilliant!
It opened new and very interesting views on areas we thought we knew quite well.
- Lidingo2017
Best experience of my 2024
The Valletta Sinful Secrets tour exceeded my expectations , I've travelled and done my share of tours, but this was like my top highlight to day!
Our guide (Giacomo) is exceptional from initial communication and meeting him, we knew we were in for a treat, he's warm, friendly and knows his stuff. We also had many a good laughs along the way. What fun it was seeing the capital from his themed perspective. Loved it!
Seriously you should charge enough more for the value of this wonderful experience ! Thank you for this treasure of a tour!
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Jo Nelson
- Tijonelson t
You wont find a better guide, to bring the history of Malta to life. His passion, knowledge and delivery really made our tour of Valetta special and memorable. Right from the initial contact, his communication was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed our interactions with him over email and in person. Giacomo also gave us many ideas and suggestions about how to make the most of our week in Malta including places to visit and restaurant recommendations, which we really appreciated. His care and consideration was superb.
- Alison G
Absolutely fantastic!
We had a tour of Mdina with Giacomo for my brother’s birthday and it was absolutely fantastic! It was the perfect balance of informative and light-hearted and fun. Giacomo was really knowledgable and made the tour feel very personal by involving us and getting to know us a bit along the way. I’d highly, highly recommend this for anyone interested in history and seeing some of the sights from Game of Thrones Series 1. Genuinely one of the most enjoyable and engaging tours I’ve done in years!
- Will D
We walked for 2 hours and didn’t even notice… it was THAT entertaining
Our guide was so entertaining! We walked for 2 hours and didn’t even notice… it was THAT entertaining. I booked this tour for my husband since I’m a local but never really was interested in history but I really didn’t mind it and my husband (history fan) was happy with his gift. Would recommend to both people on holiday as well as locals since you are sure to learn something new.
- alessia Z
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