Valletta travel guide
Valletta Tourism | Valletta Guide
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.
Where to Eat in Valletta
If you’re looking for affordable options, AKI (Aki Strait Street) and Hard Rock Cafe Malta (Vault 17 Valletta Waterfront) are great picks.
When to visit Valletta
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.
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. The shortest flight to Valletta from the United Kingdom departs from Bournemouth and takes around 3h 10m.
Car
Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car hire from Luqa, which is about 5 km from Valletta. You’ll find branches of AbbyCar Car Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Luqa.
Airports near Valletta
Airlines serving Valletta
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 £134 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £160 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Valletta
Most booked hotels in Valletta
Hiring a car in Valletta
Hiring a car in Valletta costs £22 per day, on average, or £87 if you want to hire it for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Luqa Malta Intl.
Expect to pay £1.14 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 £13.66 and £18.21. 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 Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.