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 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, 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
$211
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in January
Estimated hotel price
$211
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 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Valletta from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car rental from Luqa, which is about 3 miles from Valletta. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck 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 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Valletta from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car rental from Luqa, which is about 3 miles from Valletta. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Suncar Rent a Car, among others, in Luqa.

Airports near Valletta

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Valletta

KLM
Good (1,423 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,597 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,541 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,066 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,797 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,678 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,035 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,057 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,424 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,314 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,590 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (902 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (371 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 $118 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $224 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Grand Harbour Hotel and Palazzo Paolina Boutique Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Valletta

Most booked hotels in Valletta

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The Phoenicia Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1846 reviews)
$367+
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Intercontinental Hotels Malta By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 3169 reviews)
$103+
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La Falconeria Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2678 reviews)
$157+
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The Embassy Valletta Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1898 reviews)
$166+
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Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 8713 reviews)
$69+
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Osborne Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 5510 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Valletta

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, 87% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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, 87% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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