Malta 2 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring Northern Malta

Morning:

  • Start your day with a hearty breakfast at a local café. (Recommendations: Kuma Café in Sliema or Café Society in Valletta)
  • Take a ferry from Cirkewwa (Gozo) or bus # X3 from Bugibba to Ċirkewwa Ferry Terminal to visit the Blue Grotto, a series of sea caverns filled with azure water. (Ferry cost: €12 per person)
  • Head to Wied iz-Żurrieq and hire a small boat for a tour inside the caves. (Boat rental: €10-€15 per person)

Afternoon:

  • After returning from the Blue Grotto, have lunch at one of the seafood restaurants in Ħaż-Żabbar.
  • Visit Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an ancient burial place. (Entrance fee: €25)
  • Explore Mdina, the “Silent City,” a fortified town rich in Baroque architecture. Don’t miss St. Paul’s Cathedral and Museum of Natural History.

Evening:

  • Have dinner at a local restaurant in Rabat or Mdina. (Recommendations: Trattoria AD 1530, Fontanella Tea Garden)
  • Spend the evening wandering the narrow streets of Mdina and enjoying the tranquil atmosphere.

Day 2: Discovering Southern Malta

Morning:

  • Begin your day with a traditional Maltese breakfast at a local café in Valletta or Marsaxlokk. (Recommendations: Café Jubilee in Valletta, The Boat House in Marsaxlokk)
  • Visit the historic city of Valletta, the capital of Malta. Explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral, Grandmaster’s Palace, and the National Museum of Archaeology. (Entrance fees vary per site)

Afternoon:

  • Have lunch at a local restaurant in Valletta or Marsaxlokk. (Recommendations: Taz-Zwejt in Valletta, Tar-Ross Il-Fenk in Marsaxlokk)
  • Take bus # 81 from Valletta to Hagar Qim and Mnajdra Megalithic Temples. (Entrance fee: €10)
  • Continue to the nearby Blue Lagoon in Comino for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing. You can book a boat tour from Cirkewwa or Marsaxlokk that includes a stop at the Blue Lagoon. (Boat tours cost around €25-€30 per person)

Evening:

  • Return to Marsaxlokk and have dinner at one of the seafood restaurants overlooking the colorful fishing boats.
  • Stroll along the promenade and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere before calling it a day.

Things to Know:

  1. Malta uses the Euro (€) as its currency. Credit cards are widely accepted, but it’s always good to have cash on hand for small purchases.
  2. English is an official language in Malta, so communication should not be a problem.
  3. Maltese cuisine is influenced by Italian, Spanish, and North African flavors. Seafood, pasta, and rabbit dishes are popular choices.
  4. Tap water in Malta is safe to drink.
  5. The best time to visit Malta is between April and October when the weather is warm and sunny.
  6. For EU citizens, no visa is required for stays under 90 days. Non-EU citizens should check the visa requirements for their country before traveling.
  7. Malta has a well-developed public transportation system, with buses and ferries connecting most major towns and tourist attractions. Taxis are also widely available. Renting a car can be an option if you prefer to explore at your own pace.
  8. Tips in Malta are not expected but appreciated. A service charge may already be included in the bill at restaurants.
  9. Dress modestly when visiting religious sites. Shoulders and knees should be covered.
  10. Respect local customs and traditions, especially during festivals and religious celebrations.