Introduction
Where to eat
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. 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
AED 446
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 446
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. The shortest flight to Valletta from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 23h.

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 Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 23h.

Airports near Valletta

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Valletta

Lufthansa
Good (7,030 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,810 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,919 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,197 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,066 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,048 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 Valletta Kampnar City Living, Valletta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 725 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 910 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Grand Harbour Hotel and Valletta Ajkla Mansion.

Where to stay in popular areas of Valletta

Most booked hotels in Valletta

The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 978+
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Intercontinental Malta
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
AED 858+
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Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
AED 599+
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Vivaldi Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 516+
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The Windsor Hotel
4 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
AED 224+
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Hiring a car in Valletta

Expect to pay AED 5.37 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 AED 64.35 and AED 85.80. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 5.37 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 AED 64.35 and AED 85.80. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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