Malta’s small sister islands do double duty as day trip destinations and post-party chill spots with quiet beaches, hiking trails and snorkeling areas. Gozo has a tiny capital city with several museums, plus beautiful beaches and a megalithic temple complex. On peaceful Comino, you’ll find the popular Blue Lagoon and its transparent turquoise waters.
What Valletta lacks in size, it makes up for in grandeur. Think opulent palaces, Baroque architecture and billion-dollar views of the Med. Walk the narrow streets, pop into the decadent Grandmaster’s Palace or take a harbor cruise. The city also has several Michelin-starred restaurants that dish up haute cuisine at prices that are (surprise!) more wallet-friendly than similar spots back home.
Landmarks of this seaside town north of Valletta include a Baroque palace and a waterfront promenade, but it’s also known for its eateries and party scene. Most bars and clubs are clustered around the Paceville district, and you’ll find everything from swish lounges to high-energy discotheques. Sip cocktails at Chalice before hitting Tigullio, which holds dance parties in an outdoor courtyard.
Most of the nightlife is clustered around the Paceville district, where you’ll find everything from swish lounges to high-energy discotheques.
It’s known for its nightlife, but daytime landmarks of this pretty seaside town north of Valletta include a Baroque palace and a waterfront promenade.
Thanks to its small size, Valletta is easy to explore on foot. Public buses are a reliable and inexpensive way to get around the island. Uber doesn’t operate in Malta, but there are plenty of official white taxis available. Boat and ferry services can shuttle you from Malta to its sister islands of Comino and Gonzo.
