Holidays to Malta mix laidback island living with buzzy urban nightlife. Think dramatic cliffs, hidden coves and a big festival scene.
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From Medieval towns to prehistoric temples and a network of catacombs, Malta will keep you busy on the sightseeing front. The star of the show is Valletta, with its fortified Grand Harbour, Grandmaster’s Palace and labyrinth of secret tunnels. Or, just a short boat trip off Malta’s north coast you’ll find two islands – Gozo and Comino. Tiny Comino has a big beachy rep, thanks to its Blue Lagoon, while Gozo is a top destination for divers.
Sunbathing scenes
Malta isn’t big on sandy beaches, although it does have the Blue Flag Mellieha Bay up in the north. Instead, we present… St Paul’s Bay. If sand isn’t your thing – it does get everywhere tbh – this hotspot is a string of platforms where you can sunbathe by the water. Think of the suncream application, no shaking out your towel every 30 minutes – the appeal is pretty strong. And, the rocky shore of Qawra is amazing for watersports, as well as beach clubs in summer like Café del Mar.
City life
The pace of rural life in Malta might be slow and serene, but the cities are fast-paced and exciting. St Julian’s and Sliema have great shopping, bars and restaurants, while nearby Paceville is famous for its clubs, casinos and is a popular pick with the LGBTQ+ community.
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Malta FAQs
The best time to visit Malta is April to June or September to October when the weather is warm, but the crowds aren’t as big as in the peak summer months. If you love hot weather and a lively atmosphere, then July and August are ideal.
If you travel with an EU, UK, American, Canadian or Australian passport, you can visit Malta visa free for up to 90 days in a 180-day period.
This information is correct at the time of writing. Please make sure you check the FCDO website for the most up-to-date information.
The Euro (€) is the official currency. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but it’s good to carry some cash for small shops, buses and rural areas.
Tap water is safe but has a distinct taste. Many locals and tourists prefer to drink bottled or filtered water.
It’s respectful to dress modestly when visiting religious sites and, as Sunday is a family day, it’s quite common for a lot of shops to be closed. Tipping isn’t obligatory here, but it’s always appreciated and anywhere from 5-10% is standard.
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Malta travel advice
Passports and Visas
British citizens don’t need a visa to enter Malta but must have a valid passport. You can check your passport’s valid for Malta using our handy tool. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/malta/entry-requirements.
Health and safety
You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. If you’re travelling to the EU and you apply for a card now, you’ll get a new UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) instead of an EHIC. This entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Maltese nationals. It won’t, however, cover you for medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment or non-urgent treatment. Visit www.nhs.uk/ehic for full details on what it covers. You do not need to apply for a GHIC if you already have an EHIC. Your EHIC remains valid in the EU until it expires. An EHIC or GHIC is free of charge. For the latest health and safety info, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/malta/health
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