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About Malta
Malta is the Mediterranean in miniature. The Knights of St John fortified Valletta in the 16th century creating one of the world's great baroque capitals. The Three Cities across the Grand Harbour are medieval and largely unchanged. And the clarity of the water is exceptional.
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September, October
Language
Maltese / English
Things to do in Malta
Valletta exploration
Blue Grotto
Mdina the Silent City
Gozo island
Three Cities
Mediterranean diving
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
January
15C
Cool, with occasional showers.
February
15C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
18C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
24C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
December
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
Malta is history compressed into 316 square kilometres — the medieval fortified capital Valletta (Europe's smallest capital) contains more pre-20th century monuments per square metre than almost anywhere on earth, the prehistoric Ħaġar Qim temples predate Stonehenge by a millennium, and the Knights Hospitaller left fortifications across the island that still provoke awe. The diving is among the clearest in the Mediterranean, the Marsaxlokk Sunday fish market is essential, and the traditional luzzu fishing boats are a working artwork.
Best areas to stay in Malta
Valletta
Europe's smallest and arguably most monumental capital — the Grand Harbour, St John's Co-Cathedral (Caravaggio's finest works), and an extraordinary density of baroque architecture within a tiny walled city.
The Three Cities (Birgu, Senglea, Cospicua)
The original Knights Hospitaller settlements across the Grand Harbour from Valletta — more atmospheric, less visited, and offering fascinating maritime museums and waterfront dining.
Gozo
Malta's quieter sister island — the stunning (now collapsed) Azure Window arch, the Citadel in Victoria, excellent diving, and a more rural, relaxed character than the main island.
Comino & Blue Lagoon
A tiny uninhabited island between Malta and Gozo, home to the famous Blue Lagoon — one of the Mediterranean's most vivid turquoise swimming spots, best visited early morning before the day-trip boats arrive.
Getting to Malta
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Flights
Malta International Airport (MLA) is served by direct flights from London Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, and many UK regional airports with Air Malta, British Airways, Ryanair, easyJet, and Wizz Air.
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From London
~3 hours direct from London
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Getting around
Public buses (Tallinja) cover the entire island cheaply; the Gozo ferry is regular and affordable; taxis and Bolt (ride-hailing) are widely available. The Blue Lagoon is best reached by private boat or organised tour.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Malta?
April to June and September to October offer warm, clear weather ideal for sightseeing and swimming without July/August heat and crowds. Winter is mild (15–18°C) and quiet — perfect for history-focused visits when the island's cultural sites are peaceful.
Do I need a visa to visit Malta?
No — Malta is an EU member state and part of the Schengen Area. UK citizens can visit for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa since Brexit. Ensure your passport has at least 6 months' validity.
How do I get to Gozo from Malta?
Regular ferry services run from Ċirkewwa (northern Malta) to Mġarr (Gozo) — the crossing takes 25 minutes and operates frequently throughout the day. Gozo is the quieter, greener island and well worth at least a full day or overnight visit.
What are Malta's best diving sites?
The Blue Hole and Inland Sea at Dwejra (Gozo), the wreck of the Um El Faroud off Wied iż-Żurrieq, and the Cathedral Cave at Comino are among the finest dive sites in the entire Mediterranean.
What language is spoken in Malta?
Maltese (a Semitic language with significant Arabic, Italian, and English influences) and English are both official languages — English is widely spoken throughout the island making Malta very easy for UK visitors to navigate.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Malta is a genuinely astonishing place — Valletta has more history per square metre than anywhere I've been in Europe and St John's Co-Cathedral simply takes your breath away. The diving off Gozo was the clearest water I've ever been in.
Patricia L. · April 2024
★★★★★
October in Malta is perfect — warm enough to swim but the summer hordes have gone. The Blue Lagoon at 8am before the day-trip boats arrive was magical; we had it almost entirely to ourselves for an hour.
Anthony W. · October 2023
★★★★☆
Gozo is a revelation — quieter, greener, and more authentically Maltese than the main island. We stayed two nights and were glad we did. The Citadel in Victoria and the coastal walks above Dwejra were absolute highlights.
Jane M. · May 2024
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