Casa Rocca Piccola, Palace museum in Valletta, Malta
Casa Rocca Piccola is a palazzo in Valletta originally built as an aristocratic residence and now displays furniture, artworks, and personal objects across multiple decorated rooms. The spaces on the main floor show how the residence was arranged and maintained throughout its use as a private home.
The palazzo was built in 1580 and served as the residence of Don Pietro La Rocca, a Knight of Malta. The de Piro family has owned it since that time and still lives there today, while portions of the estate remain open for visitors.
The palazzo displays Palladian architectural features through its symmetrical rooms and classical proportions, representing Renaissance traditions on the island. These design choices shape how spaces feel as you move through them and connect the different areas together.
Guided tours in English last around 45 minutes, or you can explore independently using a multilingual audio app. It helps to check in advance which days allow visits and whether you prefer a personal guide or a self-guided experience.
In the Santiago Room, visitors can see a Portuguese church bed, an unusual piece of furniture with an intriguing backstory. The Clock Room holds a reproduction of an 18th-century Maltese timepiece, showing how the family measured time within their spaces.
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