Travel guide · Malta
Malta: what to see and when to go
Malta is a small archipelago in the middle of the Mediterranean, packing 7,000 years of history into golden limestone towns, fortresses and temples older than the pyramids. English is an official language, the sea is crystal clear and the sun shines most of the year.
What to see and do in Malta
Valletta
The fortified capital, a UNESCO site, with St John's Co-Cathedral and its two Caravaggios.
Mdina
The silent walled city on a hilltop, Malta's old capital.
The Three Cities
Birgu, Senglea and Cospicua across the Grand Harbour, reached by traditional dghajsa boat.
Blue Lagoon, Comino
Turquoise water between Malta and Gozo; go early or late in the day to avoid the crowds.
Gozo
The greener, slower sister island, with the Citadella, salt pans and dive sites.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: May – Oct.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 hr, 15 min | ≈ €200 · See flights |
| New York | 10 hr | ≈ €530 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 14 hr, 30 min | ≈ €630 · See flights |
| Dubai | 5 hr, 45 min | ≈ €340 · See flights |
| Singapore | 13 hr, 15 min | ≈ €610 · See flights |
| Sydney | 21 hr, 15 min | ≈ €790 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €440 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Malta
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- sea · culture · nightlife
- How long to stay
- 3–5 days
- Where to stay
- Valletta or Sliema for the capital and ferries; St Julian's for nightlife; Gozo for peace and quiet.Find a place to stay in Malta
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Malta and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: May – Oct. Average highs range from 16° in January to 32° in July.
How many days do you need in Malta?
3 to 5 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Malta cost?
Accommodation runs at around €80 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €440 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 3 hr, 15 min.
Where should you stay in Malta?
Valletta or Sliema for the capital and ferries; St Julian's for nightlife; Gozo for peace and quiet.
