Statue of Queen Victoria, Valletta

Name: Statue of Queen Victoria
Address: Valletta, Malta

#26 among attractions in Valletta

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In the heart of Malta's capital, Valletta, stands a dignified bronze statue of Queen Victoria, a memorial that pays homage to the island's historical ties with the British monarchy. Erected in 1891, the statue is prominently displayed in the Republic Square, formerly known as Queen's Square, and serves as a reminder of Malta's colonial past under British rule.

The statue portrays the iconic Queen seated, donning regal attire, and holding a scepter, symbolizing her reign over the British Empire, which once included Malta. The choice of Queen Victoria is particularly significant as her rule coincided with a period of intensified British influence on the island, which lasted until Malta's independence in 1964.

Visitors to Valletta will find the statue to be a focal point of the square, surrounded by historical buildings and bustling cafes, where locals and tourists alike gather. The memorial is not just a tribute to a monarch, but also a testament to the enduring relationship between Malta and the United Kingdom, a connection that has shaped much of the island's modern history.

Coordinates: 35°53'54"N, 14°30'48"E

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Statue of Queen Victoria – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint John's Co-Cathedral, Grandmaster's Palace, National Museum of Archaeology, Hostel de Verdelin.

~310 ftSW
16th-century high baroque cathedral
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~250 ftE
Baroque architecture, Palace, Ġlormu Cassar
Grandmaster's Palace, Valletta
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~700 ftSW
Ancient artifacts in a historic building
National Museum of Archaeology, Valletta
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~450 ftNE
Baroque architecture, Palace
Hostel de Verdelin, Valletta
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~550 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Opera, Theater
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
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~680 ftE
Museum, Renaissance architecture
Old University Building, Valletta
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~720 ftNW
Church
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~300 ftN
Square
Republic Square, Valletta
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~300 ftE
Baroque architecture, Museum, Military museum
Palace Armoury, Valletta
2 min walk • The Palace Armoury is an arms collection housed at the Grandmaster's Palace in Valletta, Malta. It was the main armoury of the Order of St. John in the 17th and 18th centuries, and as such it was the last arsenal established by a crusader military order.
~280 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Great Siege Monument, Valletta
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~720 ftSE
Museum, Art gallery
Valletta Contemporary, Valletta
4 min walk • Valletta Contemporary is an independent exhibition space in Valletta, Malta. Established in April 2018, this gallery is housed in a 400 year old former warehouse in East Street, just a few metres away from St.Barbara Bastions and Lower Barrakka Gardens.

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Which popular attractions are close to Statue of Queen Victoria?

Nearby attractions include Republic Street, Valletta (1 min walk), National Library of Malta, Valletta (1 min walk), Basilica of St Dominic, Valletta (1 min walk), Banca Giuratale, Valletta (2 min walk).

How to get to Statue of Queen Victoria by public transport?

The nearest stations to Statue of Queen Victoria:

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Nawfragju • Lines: 133 (3 min walk)
Kristofru • Lines: 133 (3 min walk)