Upper Barrakka

**★★★★★ Dimitris Petrikis — 2 weeks ago

Upper Barrakka is an iconic spot that lives up to the hype. The views are spectacular, especially at sunset or during the cannon firing ceremony. Incredible photo opportunities of the Mediterranean and the historic forts. Very well-kept gardens with plenty of seating to rest your legs. A great place to experience the scale and beauty of Malta’s fortifications.

**★★★★★ Nikolka — 2 weeks ago

Upper Barrakka Gardens is one of the most beautiful places in Malta. The view over the Grand Harbour is absolutely stunning and perfect for photos. I really like the peaceful atmosphere, even though it’s a popular tourist spot. The daily cannon firing is a unique experience and adds to the historical feeling of the place. Overall, it’s a must-visit location if you are in Valletta.

**★★★★★ Shabana Satia — 4 weeks ago

This place is beautiful, not sure why it took me so long to find it but definitely a must. They have a cannon show at 12pm and 4pm everyday which we conveniently missed both times we were there despite being in the vicinity. The Xmas markets were on at the time so it was a pleasant atmosphere. Parking nearby in the car park but spaces are small.

**★★★★★ Cynefin — 3 months ago

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💥 Saluting Battery – Valletta 💥

The cannon firing at the Saluting Battery in Valletta is absolutely awesome and a must-see! It’s a brilliant glimpse into Malta’s rich history and naval traditions, brought to life with precision and ceremony. The setting overlooking the Grand Harbour makes it even more impressive – you can really feel the history echo through the city. Definitely one to add to your list when visiting Valletta! However, I do urge you to arrive at least an hour before the midda

**★★★★★ Maya — 5 months ago

This is definitely our highlight of the holiday! Especially if you're staying in Valletta this is simply a must see as it is a free attraction and absolutely breathtaking, it is so pretty and well kept however does get busy at Saluting Battery. There is a cafe at the top which is good for snacks and drinks and there are a lot of seats available. We visited end of May and it was getting quite busy and the weather was very hot in the day time so maybe give it a visit early to avoid crowds but it i