The Grandmaster’s Palace

The Grandmaster's Palace of Valletta

In the heart of the historic centre of Valletta lies the Grandmaster's Palace, the first residence of the grand master of the Order of St John. The Valletta audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this prestigious palace, the heart of power in Malta for centuries.

The residence of Maltese power

The Grandmaster's Palace was the first residence of the grand master of the Order of St John in Valletta. A prestigious building adorned with state apartments, frescoes and richly decorated rooms, it housed the power of the Order then successive administrations. It keeps a remarkable armoury. Today linked to the institutions of Malta, it remains one of the historic high places of the capital.

What to see

You admire the state apartments, the frescoes, the richly decorated rooms and the armoury that gathers the weapons and armour of the knights. The Grandmaster's Palace illustrates the power of the Order in Malta. It is a major stop for lovers of history and heritage, in the heart of Valletta.

Practical information

The Grandmaster's Palace lies in the heart of the historic centre of Valletta, reachable on foot. The visit of the spaces open to the public and the armoury generally has a fee and follows its own hours, which vary; access may be limited according to the institutional uses of the palace. It is best to check the arrangements before coming.

What was the Grandmaster's Palace?

It was the first residence of the grand master of the Order of St John in Valletta; it notably keeps a remarkable armoury.

Where is the Grandmaster's Palace?

In the heart of the historic centre of Valletta.