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 9 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, Hard Rock Cafe Malta (Vault 17 Valletta Waterfront) and Taproom (Taproom Valletta) are great picks.

When to visit Valletta

Valletta in November
Estimated hotel price
$260
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in November
Estimated hotel price
$260
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 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Valletta, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Valletta

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Valletta

KLM
Good (1,596 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,282 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,110 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,239 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,459 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,024 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,557 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,861 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,631 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,449 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
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Where to stay in Valletta

From 5-star hotels such as the Grand Hotel Excelsior to great affordable options like the The Capital Boutique Hotel, Valletta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $224 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $399 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)
$288+
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Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$119+
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Vivaldi Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$114+
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Bayview Hotel By St Hotels
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$92+
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Alexandra Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$77+
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Hiring a car in Valletta

Expect to pay $2.66 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 $31.83 and $42.43. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.66 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 $31.83 and $42.43. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.