• Valletta - Your dark history walking tour will take in the streets of Malta’s capital city, Valletta.

You’ll hear how the ghost of 16th Century knight Oliver Starkey threw parties in the 1990s - and how he was eventually persuaded to stop disturbing the neighbours; the shocking letter that a lovesick man sent to his lover shortly before he murdered her; and why over a hundred boys entered a church but never came out.

You’ll also learn the truth about Jean de Valette, the founder of Malta’s capital city, and the hidden meanings behind a grotesque statue that watches over the people in Valletta, right above their heads.

All this, and more, on the Dark History of Valletta walking tour.

• Unraveling the histories and mysteries of Malta

Join Dark Malta Tours for a fascinating journey around Valletta and immerse yourself in its eerie history filled with horrific and peculiar tales.

On this guided walk, find out about Oliver Starkey, a 16th Century knight, who allegedly hosted soirees in the 90s. Learn how the locals finally got him to quit bothering them, the startling missive, a smitten lover dispatched to his beloved before tragically ending her life; and the chilling mystery of a bevy of boys who went into a church, never to be seen again.

Moreover, unveil the reality of Jean de Valette, the originator of Malta’s capital, and decipher the secrets entwined around a monstrous figurine that perpetually observes the residents of Valletta, from right above.

Explore all these intriguing stories and more in the Dark History of Valletta walking tour.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.