Essential Travel Tips for an Unforgettable Malta Trip

Nice to know:

Capital: Valletta 
Population: 550.000
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: Maltese and English
Fact: Malta is a very flat country. The highest elevation is just 253 meters high

Best time to visit:

May to October
24-32 C° / 75-90 °F
During spring and autumn, when the weather is mild and pleasant and the island is less crowded. Summer is ideal for beach holidays, but is also peak season, so be prepared for higher prices and crowds

How to get around:

For flexibility and to explore the island, a rental car is highly recommended and the best way to discover the island. For easy transportation in cities and to sights, I recommend public buses, Uber or taxis. For traveling between the islands, you can use the ferries, which are a good and inexpensive option.

Do I need a Visa?

If you are not from the EU, you will need a Schengen visa. This is a special visa that allows you to travel to all EU countries, including Malta, for a maximum period of 90 days.

The fee for the Schengen visa is 90€.

Can I drink tap water here?

I recommend drinking bottled or filtered water in Malta.

What type of power adapter do I need?

For Malta you need the plug type is G adapter, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern.

Is traffic on the left in Malta?

In Malta, people drive on the left side of the road and the steering wheel in cars is on the rights side.

What is the emergency number?

112

Do you give tip in Malta?

In restaurants in Malta, it is customary to tip 5-10% if you were satisfied with the service.