On Sunday 5th December, for one day only, Heritage Malta and the Office of the President of Malta are inviting the public to explore the ongoing restoration works at the Grand Master’s Palace in Valletta.

Normally, the Grand Master’s palace only opens the armoury, five staterooms, and the main staircase to the public…

However, this Sunday, visitors will be allowed to observe the restorations works on the 18th century Niccolò Nasoni soffit paintings and wall decorations, the Casa del Monte, as well as other restoration works at the Old Armoury.

But that’s not all!

The Armed Forces Band will also be playing all throughout the day, creating the perfect backdrop to your historical outing. A gift shop with special Heritage Malta gifts will also be open, with all proceeds going to the Malta Community Chest Fund.

The Grand Master’s Palace was built way back in the 1570s and is believed to have been the first building to be erected in Valletta.

It was originally built to serve the Knights of St John, but when the British took over Malta, it started serving as the Governor’s Palace. Years later, in 1921, Malta’s first constitutional parliament was held at this very same location.

The Palace’s restorations are set to be finished by 2025, at which point a whopping 85 per cent of its grounds will be open daily to the public.

This coming Sunday, the Grand Master’s Palace will be open from 10am to 5pm, with tours happening every hour. Entrance will be free of charge.

Do you plan on visiting?