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
$208
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in January
Estimated hotel price
$208
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 Hertz 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 Hertz and Suncar Rent a Car, among others, in Luqa.

Airports near Valletta

Airlines serving Valletta

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,113 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,818 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,057 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,114 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,690 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,443 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,513 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,555 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,337 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (884 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,624 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,419 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,152 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (917 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,897 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (286 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 $120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $215 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

The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 3106 reviews)
$159+
The Gomerino Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1280 reviews)
$157+
La Falconeria Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2694 reviews)
$140+
66 Saint Paul's & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1405 reviews)
$149+
Osborne Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 5555 reviews)
$99+
Pebbles Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1768 reviews)
$39+

Renting a car in Valletta

Expect to pay $5.94 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 $71.32 and $95.09. 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 $5.94 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 $71.32 and $95.09. 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.