Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 5 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$221
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in January
Estimated hotel price
$221
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Valletta in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 48.2 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Valletta, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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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 center. The shortest flight to Valletta from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car rental from Luqa, which is about 5 km from Valletta. You’ll find branches of CityGo Rentals and Suncar Rent a Car, among others, in Luqa.

Plane

When flying to Valletta, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Valletta from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car rental from Luqa, which is about 5 km from Valletta. You’ll find branches of CityGo Rentals and Suncar Rent a Car, among others, in Luqa.

Airports near Valletta

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Valletta

Lufthansa
Good (7,931 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,895 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,313 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,923 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,184 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,576 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,604 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,942 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,211 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,499 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,948 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 $168 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $315 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Valletta

Most booked hotels in Valletta

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Intercontinental Hotels Malta By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 3309 reviews)
$167+
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The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 3297 reviews)
$219+
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La Falconeria Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2788 reviews)
$202+
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Pebbles Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1949 reviews)
$101+
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Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 10509 reviews)
$119+
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Valletta Lucente
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1046 reviews)
$202+
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Renting a car in Valletta

Renting a car in Valletta costs $18 per day, on average, or $91 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Luqa Malta Intl.

Expect to pay $5.87 per gallon in Valletta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $70.41 and $93.88. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 89% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Valletta costs $18 per day, on average, or $91 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Luqa Malta Intl.

Expect to pay $5.87 per gallon in Valletta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $70.41 and $93.88. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 89% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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