Mdina: The Knights of Malta Museum Entry Ticket

The Knights of Malta museum in Mdina offers a 40-minute immersive audio-visual experience suitable for adults and children interested in Malta's Crusader history.

Highlights

• Learn about the Knights of Malta's historical legacy
• Relive history through expertly captured scenes
• Audio-visual show available in 13 languages
• Gain insight into 7,000 years of local history

Description

The Knights of Malta exhibition presents a unique series of scenes depicting the life and times of Malta’s Crusader Knights. In 1530, Grand Master L’Isle Adam entered the fortified city of Mdina, setting the stage for this multimedia experience.

Produced using special effects and dramatic lighting, the display brings history to life, portraying the energy of those who lived, fought, and died during that era. Suitable for all ages, the exhibition covers themes such as piracy, sieges, as well as the Knights’ medical and architectural contributions.

Visitors enter “Casa Magazzini,” stepping back through time into 34 life-sized tableaux illustrating two centuries of the Knights’ rule on Malta. Scenes include conferences between Knights and Grandmasters, battle depictions, the aftermath of the 1693 earthquake in Mdina, and care for the sick in the order’s hospital.

The show also highlights the Knights’ role in building Valletta and other monuments. Multilingual narration in thirteen languages ensures a detailed understanding of the historical context throughout the 40-minute experience, which includes a 3D digital audio-visual introduction and walkthrough.

Includes

• Admission ticket to the Knights of Malta museum
• Audio-visual introduction with commentary in 13 languages: English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Greek, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Japanese, Maltese

Excludes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Guided tour service
• Food and drinks

Important Information

• The venue is not wheelchair accessible
• Infants are allowed; however, strollers are not permitted inside. A secure storage area is available. Bringing an infant harness is recommended for very young children
• The ticket is open-dated and valid for one-time entry only within the museum’s opening hours
• No re-entry is allowed once exiting the venue
• Open every day from Monday to Sunday, all year except Christmas Day (25th December)
• Check in at the venue’s reception on arrival
• Opening hours may change; confirm details with the service provider during your stay

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, plan your visit during daylight hours and wear comfortable shoes for walking inside historic Mdina.