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.
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 19h 05m.
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 AbbyCar Car Rentals and SICILY BY CAR , 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 Valletta Kampnar City Living, Valletta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 235 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 294 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
Renting a car in Valletta
Renting a car in Valletta costs C$ 30 per day, on average, or C$ 121 if you want to rent it for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Luqa Malta Intl.
Expect to pay C$ 1.96 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$ 23.46 and C$ 31.28. The most frequently booked car type in Valletta is Intermediate (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.