Casa Rocca Piccola

Casa Rocca Piccola Casa Rocca Piccola is the 16th Century home of the aristocratic de Piro family of Valletta, Malta.
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Casa Rocca Piccola is still privately owned and is a much loved family palace which contains over 50 rooms, the majority of which are open for viewing. At Casa Rocca Piccola you will learn all about the unique customs and traditions of the Maltese nobility. You can also see a collection of furniture, silver and paintings that add to the aesthetic riches of Malta. We also have World War II Air Raid

Shelters that provide a dramatic and exciting addition to the tours of the house as well as a restaurant and souvenir shop on site. We are fortunate to have a wonderful team of people who work with us in restoring works of art, researching our extensive archives and making Casa Rocca Piccola accessible to everyone. All this has been made possible from the contributions that come in from the thousands of tourists who come to Malta and Valletta every year. To fully appreciate what Casa Rocca Piccola has to offer, you have to visit and we look forward to seeing you here.

It’s often the smallest details that stay with you.At Casa Rocca Piccola, every room holds stories you might not expect,...
29/05/2026

It’s often the smallest details that stay with you.

At Casa Rocca Piccola, every room holds stories you might not expect, moments of daily life shaped by the world just beyond its walls.

✨ Look a little closer next time you visit.

Plan your visit: https://casaroccapiccola.com

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

After wandering through Casa Rocca Piccola, let your afternoon unfold a little further.Just next door, Locanda Toscana o...
27/05/2026

After wandering through Casa Rocca Piccola, let your afternoon unfold a little further.

Just next door, Locanda Toscana offers a slower kind of lunch, where Italian flavours, good wine, and a relaxed setting come together effortlessly.

It’s not just a stop along the way, but part of the experience.

🍷 Take your time, 📍 Valletta, Malta 🌐 https://casaroccapiccola.com

If you find yourself in Valletta this Saturday, step inside Casa Rocca Piccola.Wander through a home shaped by generatio...
23/05/2026

If you find yourself in Valletta this Saturday, step inside Casa Rocca Piccola.

Wander through a home shaped by generations, where each room offers a quiet glimpse into Malta’s past.

No rush, just time to explore.

Plan your visit: https://casaroccapiccola.com

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

Some details aren’t meant to be rushed.The Summer Dining Room invites you to slow down, to notice the craftsmanship, the...
21/05/2026

Some details aren’t meant to be rushed.

The Summer Dining Room invites you to slow down, to notice the craftsmanship, the textures, the quiet traces of lives lived within these walls. What was once an open terrace is now a space layered with history, where every object has found its place over generations.

This isn’t just a room you walk through, it’s one you take in, piece by piece.

✨ Look closer. You might spot something you could have missed.

Plan your visit: https://casaroccapiccola.com

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

19/05/2026

Within the walls of Casa Rocca Piccola, each artwork offers a glimpse into history, lineage, and European influence.

This piece portrays Maria Amalia of Poland and Saxony (1724–1760), whose royal court in Naples and Spain was attended by members of the Maltese nobility, a reminder of the island’s close ties to European courts.

Part of our series exploring the artworks found throughout the palace.

Plan your visit http://casaroccapiccola.com

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

After exploring Casa Rocca Piccola, take a moment to slow down.Café Effervescence offers the perfect place to unwind, a ...
16/05/2026

After exploring Casa Rocca Piccola, take a moment to slow down.

Café Effervescence offers the perfect place to unwind, a chance to sit, reflect, and enjoy a coffee while still immersed in the atmosphere of this historic home.

A simple way to prolong the experience.

Plan your visit http://casaroccapiccola.com

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

13/05/2026

Beneath Casa Rocca Piccola, every moment underground told a different story.

In these shelters, time slowed. Families created routines in the dark, sharing food, stories, and quiet resilience while the uncertainty above continued. What began as refuge became a temporary way of life, shaped by endurance and an unbreakable human spirit.

This is Part 3 of our 5-part series exploring the bomb shelters beneath the palace.
A closer look at how people adapted, coped, and carried on underground.

👇 Could you imagine living like this?

Plan your visit http://casaroccapiccola.com

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

Not all residents of Casa Rocca Piccola are from centuries past…Meet Kiku, the house parrot and one of the most charming...
11/05/2026

Not all residents of Casa Rocca Piccola are from centuries past…

Meet Kiku, the house parrot and one of the most charming personalities you might encounter during your visit 🦜

A much-loved member of the home, Kiku adds a lively and unexpected touch to the historic surroundings, reminding visitors that Casa Rocca Piccola is not just a museum, but a lived-in family residence.

Keep an eye out… you might just hear him before you see him.

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

Plan your visit: https://bit.ly/42KMrKu

In an era when identity, lineage, and status were of paramount importance, symbolism became a powerful visual language.🏛...
08/05/2026

In an era when identity, lineage, and status were of paramount importance, symbolism became a powerful visual language.🏛

The de Piro family tree at Casa Rocca Piccola is not merely decorative, it is a carefully composed representation of heritage. Each element carries meaning: the lions denote courage and fortitude, while the crowns signify noble rank acquired over generations.

Such imagery allowed families to convey their legacy, achievements, and social standing in a way that transcended words, ensuring their story could be recognised and remembered across time.

An enduring testament to the values and history of a noble Maltese family.🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

Plan your visit: https://bit.ly/42KMrKu

Some of the most remarkable stories at Casa Rocca Piccola are found in the details.Within the Archive Room lies a privat...
05/05/2026

Some of the most remarkable stories at Casa Rocca Piccola are found in the details.

Within the Archive Room lies a private family collection spanning generations, a space where history is preserved through documents, objects, and artefacts of significance.

From noble seals to handwritten signatures, each piece offers a glimpse into the lives, status, and legacy of the De Piro family.

Not everything reveals itself at first glance.

✨ Here are four details you might otherwise miss

📍 Valletta, Malta
🎟 Guided tours available daily

Plan your visit: https://bit.ly/42KMrKu

Address

74 Republic Street
Valletta
VLT1117

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+35621221499

Website

https://www.casaroccapiccolabandb.com/

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