Introduction
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 5 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 December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 62
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 14h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car rental from Luqa, which is about 5 km from Valletta. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Movis, among others, in Luqa.

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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 14h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car rental from Luqa, which is about 5 km from Valletta. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Movis, among others, in Luqa.

Airports near Valletta

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Valletta

Lufthansa
Good (8,108 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,532 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,091 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,438 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,985 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,616 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,928 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,606 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,862 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,291 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (418 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,311 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,009 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,557 reviews)
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Where to stay in Valletta

From 5-star hotels such as the The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World to great affordable options like the The Capital Boutique Hotel, Valletta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 236 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 416 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Valletta

Most booked hotels in Valletta

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The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 496+
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La Falconeria Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 274+
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Vivaldi Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 212+
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Grand Hotel Excelsior
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 323+
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Bayview Hotel By St Hotels
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 189+
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The St. George's Park Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
C$ 119+
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Renting a car in Valletta

Renting a car in Valletta costs C$ 76 per day, on average, or C$ 380 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 73% more expensive than at Luqa Malta Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.16 per litre in Valletta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 25.90 and C$ 34.53. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Compact (Citroen C4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Valletta costs C$ 76 per day, on average, or C$ 380 if you want to rent it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 73% more expensive than at Luqa Malta Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 2.16 per litre in Valletta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 25.90 and C$ 34.53. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Compact (Citroen C4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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