For some historical background; Fort Manoel was built by the Knights of St. John under the rule of Grand Master Antonio Manoel de Vilhena, it was constructed to defend Valletta’s Northern Bastions. The fort has towered majestically over Marsamxett Harbour for generations, its extensive past includes being renamed HMS Phoenicia during the British era and acting as an adjunct of the Lazzaretto Hospital in the 1800s. Today, it stands as a testament to Malta’s baroque military architecture. In the early 2000’s, the fort was meticulously restored to its former  glory by MIDI, a project leading the rejuvenation of Manoel Island and Tigné Point.

If you want to know more, there will be guided tours all throughout the Open Day. Maltese tours will be held at 10:30 am and 2 pm, while English tours will be held at noon and 4 pm. Enjoy the fascinating reenactments by the Show of Arms Reenactment Group at 11:15 am and 3:30 pm, as well as the pipe and drum bands of the Marsa and Xgħajra Scouts at 3:45 pm.  

Don’t miss out on this chance to take in the architectural and historical opulence  of this Baroque masterpiece – doors open at 9:30 am and close at 5:30 pm. Did we mention all tours and Fort admissions are free of charge? 

For further information you can contact MIDI on (+365) 2065 550 or send an email to info@midimalta.com