Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Valletta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Valletta

With a population of 6 675, Valletta is a must-see destination in Malta. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Valletta has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Valletta

If you’re looking for affordable options, S:UN Fusion Dining (95 Strait St) and Radici Malta (58 Melita St) are great picks.

When to visit Valletta

Valletta in March
Estimated hotel price
$302
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in March
Estimated hotel price
$302
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Valletta in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 9 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Valletta, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Valletta

Plane

When flying to Valletta, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car hire from Luqa, which is about 5 km from Valletta. You’ll find branches of Movis and BEE Malta, among others, in Luqa.

Plane

When flying to Valletta, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car hire from Luqa, which is about 5 km from Valletta. You’ll find branches of Movis and BEE Malta, among others, in Luqa.

Airports near Valletta

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Valletta

Lufthansa
Good (8,110 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,533 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,095 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,437 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,454 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,988 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,618 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,931 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,606 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,862 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,295 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,473 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,313 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,010 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,560 reviews)
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Where to stay in Valletta

From 5-star hotels such as the The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World to great affordable options like the The Capital Boutique Hotel, Valletta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $289 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $514 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Valletta

Most booked hotels in Valletta

The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$611+
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Hilton Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$549+
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Vivaldi Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$262+
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Bayview Hotel By St Hotels
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$233+
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The St. George's Park Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$147+
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Hiring a car in Valletta

Expect to pay $2.67 per litre in Valletta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.93 and $42.57. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Compact (Citroen C4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.67 per litre in Valletta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.93 and $42.57. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Compact (Citroen C4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.