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Casa Rocca Piccola

74 Triq Repubblika, Valletta, Island of Malta VLT 05, Malta
356 21221499
Ranked #2 of 23 attractions in Valletta
5.0 of 5 stars 98 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Traveller Description:   Casa Rocca Piccola was built in the late 16th Century for Don Pietro La Rocca, a Knight of Malta and an Admiral. On his death it was left to the... more »
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Orlando, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Like all the buildings in Malta (and older sections of Italian cities), the exterior is fairly unassuming, just one more stone facade in a city block of stone facades. Inside, however, is a palace. This one has been and is still used as the family home, which gave it a lived-in charm you don't see in most palaces that have... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

if you can only visit one attraction in Valletta, visit this one. This is a place I always take friends who visit with me in Malta. fascinating insight into the life of the Maltese nobility: guided tour conducted (usually) by a family member, if you're lucky, by the Marquis himself. Not to be missed. More

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Alzey, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We stopped during a cruise in Valetta and discovered this beautiful 16th Century Palace as we walked the city. We had a great guided tour with loads of information about the history of Malta and the owning family. We saw lots of memorabilia and enjoyed our stay very much. More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Intimate hourly guided tours round this lovely noble house which is still used today. Gives you good idea of maltese history - nice visit! More

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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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Excellent tour of this private, 16th Century Palace, which is more like a mansion. It's steeped in history with lots of memorabilia around. The owner even gives tours himself. The cost is €9 each but well worth it. More

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Valletta, Malta
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

It gives you an idea of how Maltese nobility on this tiny island lived. The house belongs to a very old family and the baron still lives there More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Very interesting home - guided tour gave us lots of information about the family and the way of life in old Valletta More

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RISHON LEZION ISRAEL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012
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A private house with rich history, beautiful small garden and lot of history and family ties told by one of the family members. More

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York, United Kingdom
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43 reviews 43 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

This is an excellent historic house both in terms of its contents and presentation. The house is an especially fine example of central Mediterranean architecture, with fine art, object d'art and furniture. It is a guided tour - one an hour- which was well done and with strong information. Some really nice religious object in particular. The house covers over... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012
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Excellent and enthusiastic guide who lead us through this beautiful mansion/palace that is still lived in today. Very interesting tour to hear about history of the knights and the malta well-to-do. We recommend this and if u like this type of stuff we highly recommend going to Naxxar (15 minutes bus ride) to see a larger far more splendid version... More

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