Malta
Malta
Overview
A sun-drenched Mediterranean archipelago packing 7,000 years of megalithic temples, Knights Hospitaller fortresses, azure waters, and vibrant Valletta into a compact island.
Cost of Travel
Daily budget guide for Malta — what you can expect to spend per person including accommodation, meals, transport, and activities.
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Explore Malta
Mdina Gate
A stone bridge leads to this elegant 1700s gate to a citadel with medieval & baroque architecture.
St. John's Co-Cathedral
Elaborately adorned place of worship, completed in 1578 & filled with marbles & European masters.
St John's Co-Cathedral Museum
Grand, 16th-century church offering a museum with baroque architecture, artwork & many artifacts.
Upper Barrakka
Photography is popular at this public square & garden with a cafe & harbor views.
Blue Grotto
Accessible by boat trip, this natural attraction features a group of picturesque sea caves.
Where to Stay
The Phoenicia Malta
A grand art deco hotel at Valletta's City Gate with stunning harbor views, lush gardens, and a legacy of hosting royalty and diplomats.
Hotel Juliani
A boutique hotel in St. Julian's with a rooftop restaurant, bay views, and easy access to Spinola Bay dining.
Where to Eat
Noni
Maltese-Mediterranean
A Michelin-starred restaurant in a Valletta townhouse serving creative Mediterranean cuisine rooted in Maltese traditions and seasonal ingredients.
Pastizzi at Crystal Palace
Maltese
A legendary hole-in-the-wall in Rabat serving Malta's beloved pastizzi — flaky pastry pockets filled with ricotta or mushy peas — for pennies.
Travel Tips
- Visit Gozo island for a quieter, greener version of Malta with excellent diving
- Pastizzi (flaky pastry pies) are the essential Maltese snack — eat them hot
- The Barrakka Gardens in Valletta offer the best harbor views at sunset
- Malta's history spans 7,000 years — the prehistoric temples are mind-blowing
- English is an official language — communication is easy
- Summer is hot and crowded; spring and fall are ideal for sightseeing
Getting There & Around
Malta Bus covers the entire island and is accessible. Ferries connect Malta to Gozo. Hop-on hop-off buses serve tourist routes. Bolt ride-hailing is available. The islands are small — driving is convenient but traffic can be heavy. Walking in Valletta covers the main sights. No rail system.
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