Decouvre Malta

Pourquoi visiter

• Valletta, a UNESCO-listed baroque capital built by the Knights of Malta
• The megalithic temples, among the oldest stone structures in the world
• The Blue Lagoon of Comino and the turquoise waters for swimming and diving
• A unique island culture, between Sicily, the Arab world and British heritage

Quand partir

May-June and September for gentle warmth, a warm sea and fewer crowds than at the height of summer.

Budget moyen par jour

Top experiences

1. 1Explore the streets and bastions of Valletta at sunset
2. 2Take the ferry to Gozo and its Victoria citadel
3. 3Swimming at Comino's Blue Lagoon
4. 4Descend into the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum, a prehistoric underground temple (book well in advance)
5. 5Wander Mdina, the silent medieval city
6. 6Eat fresh fish on Sunday at the Marsaxlokk market

Infos pratiques

Se deplacer

Tallinja buses covering Malta and Gozo (2 EUR, 2.50 EUR in summer), fast ferry to Gozo and Comino. You drive on the left.

Gastronomie

• Stuffat tal-fenek (rabbit stew)
• Pastizzi
• UNESCO-listed ftira
• Kinnie and Cisk beer

Securite

Very safe, one of the most peaceful countries in Europe. Be vigilant against pickpockets in tourist areas and in Paceville at night.