The Mdina Dungeons Museum

Nice place with the hidden part of Malta history. The person selling the tickets was super friendly. If you live in Malta and are interested in a different museum, this is the place for you.

I enjoyed this due to the unsettling nature of the wax works and the scenes depicted. It's only small inside and cost €15 for 2 adults and 1 child so reasonable price. Overall it was an interesting insight into Maltas more gruesome history

The Crime Museum of Mdina will offer you a very interesting, but brutal, trip among some of the worst tortures of the past. I vividly recommend to not bring too young children with you because the exhibition is really impressive. The price of the ticket is 6€ but is lower for students and eldest people.

I recently visited the Mdina Dungeons Museum and was thoroughly impressed by the experience. Nestled beneath the historic Magisterial Vilhena Palace, just inside Mdina’s main gate, this museum offers a captivating journey into Malta’s darker historical chapters. The museum’s layout of underground passageways, chambers, and cells vividly portrays events from Malta’s past. The life-sized dioramas and mannequins are meticulously crafted, bringing to life the grim realities of bygone eras. The atmospheric lighting and sound effects further enhance the immersive experience, making history palpable. During my visit, I had the pleasure of meeting two staff members, Manuel and Joe, both native Maltese. Their warmth, friendliness, and extensive knowledge added immense value to my tour. Manuel shared intriguing stories about the exhibits, providing deeper insights into Malta’s history. Their passion and dedication to preserving and sharing Maltese heritage were evident and greatly appreciated. The museum operates daily making it convenient for visitors to plan their trip. Admission fees are quite reasonable: €5 for adults and a family pack (2 adults and 2 children) is available for €12. Students price is €3. Given the depth and quality of the exhibits, this is excellent value for money. I highly recommend the Mdina Dungeons Museum to anyone interested in exploring Malta’s rich and complex history. It’s an educational and immersive experience that offers a unique perspective on the island’s past. Don’t forget to bring your camera; the evocative settings make for memorable photos and videos.

The atmosphere feels intense and the rooms are quite narrow — but please don’t take that as a negative! It fits the theme perfectly. Everything is beautifully designed with great attention to detail. I read through all the information and was finished after about 30 minutes.

I haven't seen anything like this before! I would recommend coming here and spending an hour. I also would recommend reading the descriptions inside the museum as it provides an explanation and the insight into the history and invasion Malta had to endure. The cruelty and torture is on display here and there is nothing better to demonstrate it - the format of how it is presented in the museum is very good.

I'm a rather morbid individual so this place was extremely fascinating to me. I have read about medieval torture methods but to see them up close with life size mannequins was absolutely awesome. For the entry price of €6 per adult it's a bargain. If you're a bit warped or love history in all it's gory details then you'll absolutely love this little gem.

A captivating and eerie experience that brings Malta’s dark history to life. The atmosphere, realistic sets, and chilling details make it both educational and thrilling. A must-visit in Mdina for history and adventure lovers!