Introduction
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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Valletta to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Valletta

Valletta in January
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in January
Estimated hotel price
$206
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.

Plane

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

Airports near Valletta

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Valletta

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,738 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,690 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,088 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,200 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,191 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,717 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,485 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,660 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,434 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,891 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (290 reviews)
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Where to stay in Valletta

From 5-star hotels such as the The Phoenicia Malta to great affordable options like the The Capital Boutique Hotel, Valletta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $206 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $341 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Valletta

Most booked hotels in Valletta

Intercontinental Hotels Malta By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$192+
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The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$255+
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Hilton Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$236+
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Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$99+
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Bayview Hotel By St Hotels
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$80+
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The St. George's Park Hotel
3 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
$45+
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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 $32.04 and $42.72. 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 (Mitsubishi Mirage 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 $32.04 and $42.72. 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 (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.