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4 days in Malta

Knights' fortresses, honey-coloured cities and turquoise lagoons.

Best time
Oct – Nov, Mar – May
Ideal length
4 days
A day, mid-range
$160 per person
Trip for two
about $1,280

Planning a 4-day trip to Malta? Here's a day-by-day Malta itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

October and November still bring 20–24°C days and warm seas, with far fewer visitors than summer.

Malta is a tiny archipelago in the middle of the Mediterranean with 7,000 years of history: prehistoric temples, fortified cities and baroque churches.

  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar: a good time to go
  4. Apr: a good time to go
  5. May: a good time to go
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Oct: a good time to go
  11. Nov: a good time to go
  12. Dec

October to November: 18–25°C, sea still warm.

Create my Malta trip

Don't miss

Best things to do in Malta

  • 01

    Valletta

    A UNESCO fortress capital built by the Knights of St John.

  • 02

    Mdina

    The silent walled city.

  • 03

    Blue Lagoon

    Gin-clear water on Comino.

  • 04

    Gozo

    The quieter sister island.

Day by day

Malta itinerary for 4 days

  1. D1

    Day 1: Valletta

    Morning
    Start at St John's Co-Cathedral, gilded inside, to see Caravaggio's huge 'Beheading of St John the Baptist'.
    Afternoon
    Walk Valletta's grid of honey-coloured streets to the Upper Barrakka Gardens for views of the Grand Harbour and the noon gun salute.
    Evening
    Dinner in a Valletta wine bar on the steep lanes of Strait Street.

    The saluting battery fires at noon and 4 PM.

  2. D2

    Day 2: Mdina and Rabat

    Morning
    Explore Mdina, the 'silent city', a walled medieval capital of narrow lanes and palaces.
    Afternoon
    Next door in Rabat, walk through St Paul's Catacombs, an underground Roman cemetery.
    Evening
    Stay for sunset on Mdina's bastions and cake at Fontanella Tea Garden.

    Mdina is magical after the day-trippers leave.

  3. D3

    Day 3: Comino and Gozo

    Morning
    Early boat to the Blue Lagoon on Comino for gin-clear water before the crowds arrive.
    Afternoon
    Continue to Gozo to see the Citadel in Victoria and the cliffs of Dwejra.
    Evening
    Ferry back to Malta for dinner.

    In October the sea is still warm enough to swim.

  4. D4

    Day 4: The Three Cities

    Morning
    Cross the Grand Harbour by traditional dghajsa boat to Birgu, the Knights' first base.
    Afternoon
    Lunch of rabbit stew or pastizzi, then pick up local honey and lace.
    Evening
    Fly home.

    Boats across the harbour cost just a few euros.

Want it hour by hour?GoRoam plans every stop with times, maps, costs and bookings for your dates.

Shorter or longer

Malta in 3, 4 or 6 days

3 days in Malta

Follow days 1 to 3 above and leave out “The Three Cities”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

6 days in Malta

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering.

What it costs

Malta trip budget

StylePer person, a day4 days for two
Budget$80$640
Mid-range$160$1,280
Luxury$380+$3,040

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Malta is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Malta for every budget

  • Budget

    Hostels in St Julian's

    St Julian's

    Lively area by the sea.

    from $60 /night

    Prices
  • Mid-range

    Hotels in Valletta

    Valletta

    Boutique palazzo stays.

    from $180 /night

    Prices
  • Luxury

    The Phoenicia Malta

    Floriana

    A grand 1940s hotel by the city gates.

    from $400 /night

    Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Malta

  • Pastizzi

    Flaky pastries with ricotta or peas.

  • Rabbit stew

    The national dish.

  • Ftira

    A Maltese sandwich.

Getting there

How to reach Malta

Travel
Malta International Airport, 20 minutes from Valletta; flights across Europe.
Getting around
Buses, ferries and Bolt; rent a car for Gozo.
  • Ferries to Gozo run often.
  • Buses are cheap with a Tallinja card.

Before you go

What to pack for Malta

  • Power bank and charging cables
  • Passport and visa printouts
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Swimwear and flip-flops
  • Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for temples
  • A forex card or some local cash
  • Travel insurance

Good questions

Malta trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Malta?

4 days are enough to see the highlights: Valletta, Mdina, Blue Lagoon. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 4-day Malta trip cost?

Roughly $80 a day per person on a budget, $160 mid-range and $380+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about $1,280 for 4 days.

What is the best time to visit Malta?

Oct – Nov, Mar – May. October and November still bring 20–24°C days and warm seas, with far fewer visitors than summer.

Where should I stay in Malta?

Budget: Hostels in St Julian's (St Julian's), from about $60 a night. Mid-range: Hotels in Valletta (Valletta), from about $180 a night. Luxury: The Phoenicia Malta (Floriana), from about $400 a night.

How do I reach Malta?

Malta International Airport, 20 minutes from Valletta; flights across Europe.

Is 3 days enough for Malta?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 3 of the itinerary above and skip "The Three Cities". 4 days is the comfortable length.

What is the weather like in Malta?

October to November: 18–25°C, sea still warm.

What food should I try in Malta?

Pastizzi: Flaky pastries with ricotta or peas. Rabbit stew: The national dish. Ftira: A Maltese sandwich.

How do I get around Malta?

Buses, ferries and Bolt; rent a car for Gozo.

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