St. John's Co-Cathedral
Valletta, Malta

St. John's Co-Cathedral

Type: church / museum

A Baroque cathedral from the 16th century, home to one of Caravaggio's most famous works — 'The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist'. The floor is covered with epitaphs of the Knights of St. John, and the vault is adorned with lavish frescoes. It is considered one of the most beautiful Baroque churches in the world.

Tickets

Entry: Tickets from ~15.00 EUR
Indicative price — confirm the exact amount before booking.
Tickets can also be purchased on-site.

Ticket includes audio guide and visit to the oratory with Caravaggio's painting. Arriving in the morning is recommended to avoid groups. Modest dress is required.

⛰️ Heads up: Hilly approach — the uphill section may add about 25 percent to the walking time to the attraction.

Parking nearby

Horse Cab stand

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 4 min to the attraction (268m)

Address: VGW6+3PV, Castille Street, Valletta

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

MCP Parking Garage

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 7 min to the attraction (556m)

Address: Saint Anne Street, Floriana

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +356 2125 0055

Valletta Cruise Port Parking

garage/underground 🚶 8 min to the attraction (625m)

Address: VGR6+W2H, Valletta

Talàlkozó.

garage/underground 🚶 8 min to the attraction (630m)

Address: 13 Triq John Lopez, Il-Furjana

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