A ghost tour of Malta’s capital city, Valletta, is being held tomorrow.

Valletta, was built by the Knights of St John more than 400 years ago. It is a historic city, but also a living, working one, the administrative and commercial heart of Malta.

In the mornings the city is visited by thousands of people, Maltese and tourists alike, some on their way to work, others to shop or to learn more about its history. But what happens at night, when the shops and offices close? 

This city has throughout the centuries witnessed death, murders, executions, plots and who knows what else. So it is perhaps not surprising that there are so many ghost stories told about Valletta, as it seems that there could still be some earthbound spirits attached to these historic places, still looking for eternal peace or vengeance. 

Those attending the Ghost Tour will hear a selection of these stories as they take a walk through the dark and deserted streets of Valletta by night.

The event is both a tour of Valletta, impressive during the night, and a tour through its most spectral and mysterious side – learning about the ghosts that inhabit it. 

​Participants will visit the streets of Malta’s capital, going back in time, passing by buildings and corners while getting to know some of the stories that have laid the foundation of the city – almost as much as the Knights of St John and the British occupation. One will learn about the haunted house in St Ursula Street, about the St John’s Co-Cathedral ghost and the spirit of the priest in Republic Street.

​The Valletta Ghost Tour is being held tomorrow between 8 and 10pm. Tickets may be obtained at www.colourmytravel.com.