Malta Travel Guide | 1 Week Itinerary, Tips & What Not to Miss

Exactly how we structured our trip: what we did, where we stayed, and what we’d change next time. Great if you’re visiting for 5–7 days and don’t want to spend half your time re-Googling “best day trips from Malta.”

There’s way more to Malta than sunbathing (though yes, bring sunscreen). Here are the activities we loved—from historical sights and boat trips to Game of Thrones filming spots that totally surprised us.

Driving in Malta has its quirks—tight turns, right-hand driving, and some “creative” parking. This is what it was really like as a tourist, plus a few lessons learned the hard way.

Don’t fancy driving? Here’s how to get around using public transport, ferries, and apps that actually work. We did a mix of both and lived to tell the tale.

Here’s where we stayed, what we thought, and a few other spots we nearly booked. Includes notes on different areas (like Qawra vs Valletta), sea views vs city stays, and what to expect from breakfast buffets in general.