St John's Co-Cathedral Museum
Valletta, Malta
St John's Co-Cathedral Museum in Valletta sits beside the famous cathedral and houses a collection of Caravaggio paintings, Flemish tapestries and the Knights of Malta's relics. It ranks as the city’s top attraction, offering a concentrated glimpse of Baroque art and religious history.
Why choose St John's Co
You’ll walk the same vaulted halls that inspired Caravaggio, feeling the weight of centuries‑old treasures that few other sites can match. The museum’s intimate setting lets you absorb each masterpiece without the crowds typical of larger galleries.
Best for: History lovers · Architecture · Photography · Couples · First-timers
Start your Valletta cultural morning here
Begin at St John's Co-Cathedral Museum, then stroll to nearby sites for a compact half‑day tour.
- Morning — St John's Co-Cathedral Museum
- 11:00 — Upper Barrakka
- 12:30 — Grand Master's Palace
Visit tips
- Arrive early to avoid the long queue at the main entrance.
- Spend extra minutes on the Caravaggio altarpiece; it’s visible from the entrance hall.
- Buy tickets in advance to avoid the midday queue.
- Allow 90 minutes to see the art and the adjoining cathedral.
Plan your visit
- Recommended duration: 1.5–2 hours
- Best time of day: Early morning, before 10:00
- Entry: €15
- Booking: required — Book tickets online — Slots fill quickly, especially in summer
- Category: attraction
- Rated 4.7 by 12997 reviewers
- Tags: baroque art, museum, historical, family friendly
Nearby attractions
- Upper Barrakka — attraction, 4 min walk
- Grand Master's Palace — attraction, 2 min walk
- Barrakka Lift — attraction, 6 min walk
- St Paul's Cathedral | Malta — attraction, 4 min walk
- Pjazza Teatru Rjal — attraction, 3 min walk
More things to do in Valletta
- Upper Barrakka
- Grand Master's Palace
- Barrakka Lift
- St Paul's Cathedral | Malta
- Pjazza Teatru Rjal
- Burgers.Ink
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