Flexible Malta Budget Explorer

Discover the UNESCO-listed capital of Valletta on foot, exploring fortifications, historic streets, and harbor views.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Caffe Cordina

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the day with traditional Maltese pastizzi and espresso at a historic Valletta cafe.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - City Gate to Upper Barrakka

   09:15 – 10:30

   Walk through Renzo Piano's City Gate and continue to Upper Barrakka Gardens for grand views over the Grand Harbour.

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3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - St John's Co-Cathedral Circuit

   10:45 – 12:00

   Examine the baroque interior and Caravaggio masterpieces inside St John's Co-Cathedral.

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4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Nenu The Artisan Baker

   12:30 – 13:30

   Try traditional Maltese ftira bread baked in a wood-fired oven in central Valletta.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - Grandmaster's Palace District

   14:00 – 15:30

   Stroll down Republic Street to admire the Grandmaster's Palace courtyard and surrounding architecture.

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6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree - Ferries Promenade Market

   15:45 – 17:15

   Take the ferry across to Sliema to browse affordable high street shops and waterfront stalls.

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7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip - Evening Shoreline View

   17:30 – 19:00

   Head down to Zurrieq for a scenic late-afternoon coastal walk overlooking the natural arch formations.

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8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Legligin Wine Bar

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy a fixed-price Maltese tasting menu served in a subterranean wine cellar.

Step back in time inside the walled Silent City of Mdina and the adjoining narrow streets of Rabat.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Fontanella Tea Garden

   08:00 – 09:00

   Eat breakfast with sweeping island views from the bastions of Mdina.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure - Main Gate and Bastions

   09:15 – 10:30

   Enter Mdina across the stone bridge and navigate the quiet stone alleys toward the city walls.

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3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure - St Paul's Catacombs

   10:45 – 12:00

   Walk out into Rabat to explore underground Roman catacombs and historic quarters.

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4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Is-Serkin - Crystal Palace Bar

   12:30 – 13:30

   Grab classic pastizzi and tea in a glass at Rabat's most famous budget food spot.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure - Domvs Romana District

   14:00 – 15:30

   Visit the Roman town house remains and neighboring heritage streets.

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6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree - Bisazza Street Outlets

   15:45 – 17:15

   Browse boutique stores and local handicraft shops along Sliema's main retail strip.

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7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - Waterfront Promenade

   17:30 – 19:00

   Conclude the afternoon walking along the historic Valletta Waterfront lined with former warehouses.

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8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Coacos Cafe

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on hearty Maltese stews and pasta in central Rabat.

Head south to Zurrieq for spectacular sea cave boat tours and cliffside walking routes.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Mint Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy fresh pastries and fresh juice at a seaside cafe in Sliema.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip - Morning Cave Cruise

   09:15 – 10:30

   Board a traditional frejgatina boat to explore the luminous blue sea caves of Zurrieq.

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3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip - Cliff Viewpoint Walk

   10:45 – 12:00

   Hike up to the panoramic viewpoint overlooking the massive natural arch.

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4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Il-Barmil Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Savor fresh seafood and local sides overlooking the Wied iz-Zurrieq fjord.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon - Coastal Trail Trek

   14:00 – 15:30

   Travel north toward Cirkewwa and take in coastal views along the northern cliffs.

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6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree - The Point Shopping Mall

   15:45 – 17:15

   Explore Malta's largest indoor shopping center located at Tigne Point.

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7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - Hastings Gardens Walk

   17:30 – 19:00

   Stroll around Hastings Gardens for views over Floriana and the Marsamxett Harbour.

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8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Ta' Kris Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy home-style Maltese rabbit stew and local wine in Sliema.

Take a day trip to the tiny island of Comino to swim in the turquoise waters of the Blue Lagoon.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Gleneagles Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Fuel up near the harbor before boarding the ferry to Comino.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon - Morning Swim & Exploration

   09:15 – 10:30

   Arrive early at Comino's Blue Lagoon to swim in crystal-clear waters before crowds arrive.

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3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon - St Mary's Tower Hike

   10:45 – 12:00

   Walk across Comino's rocky terrain to inspect 17th-century St Mary's Tower.

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4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Blue Lagoon Kiosk

   12:30 – 13:30

   Grab a quick beachside meal of pineapples and sandwiches directly on Comino.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon - Crystal Lagoon Cove

   14:00 – 15:30

   Walk over to the sheltered Crystal Lagoon for snorkeling and cliff views.

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6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip - North Coast Sea View

   15:45 – 17:15

   Return to the main island and admire the northern coast sea caves from the ferry deck.

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7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree - Tower Road Shops

   17:30 – 19:00

   Stroll down Tower Road to browse international brand outlets and local souvenirs.

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8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Ta' Philip Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Sample slow-cooked pork belly and Gozitan specialties.

Focus on the bustling seaside district of Sliema, combining shopping avenues with harbor walks.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The Black Edge Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start with avocado toast and artisanal coffee on Sliema promenade.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree - High Street Boutiques

   09:15 – 10:30

   Explore clothing stores, shoe shops, and bookshops along Sliema's pedestrianized streets.

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3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree - Tigne Seafront Market

   10:45 – 12:00

   Browse seaside craft stalls and local art vendors near Tigne Point.

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4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at The Sea Snug

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat fresh fish and chips while watching boats sail past Sliema Ferries.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - Lower Barrakka Gardens

   14:00 – 15:30

   Take the ferry back to Valletta to explore Lower Barrakka Gardens and the Siege Bell Memorial.

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6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure - Saqqajja Square Walk

   15:45 – 17:15

   Head inland to Saqqajja Square on the outskirts of Rabat for grand sunset vistas.

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7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip - Sunset Coast Walk

   17:30 – 19:00

   Walk along the cliffs near Zurrieq to catch the golden hour light over the Mediterranean.

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8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Gululu Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on traditional Maltese ftira and seafood along Spinola Bay.

A deeper dive into the architectural defense networks and noble houses of the capital.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Soul Food

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy fresh vegan pastries and coffee in Valletta's historic center.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - Fort St Elmo Trail

   09:15 – 10:30

   Walk the outer perimeter of Fort St Elmo at the tip of the Valletta peninsula.

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3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - Casa Rocca Piccola Quarter

   10:45 – 12:00

   Wander through the residential alleys of Valletta past traditional wooden balconies.

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4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Zero Sei Trattoria

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat Roman-style pasta dishes served in a cozy Valletta street side setting.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon - Northern Bay View

   14:00 – 15:30

   Take an afternoon coastal trip along the north coast sea cliffs.

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6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree - Manuel Dimech Arcade

   15:45 – 17:15

   Discover retro clothing stores and independent shops on Manuel Dimech Street.

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7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure - Howard Gardens Promenade

   17:30 – 19:00

   Relax in the park separating Mdina from Rabat as the sun sets over the ancient walls.

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8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Rubino

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy traditional baked pasta and fresh catches of the day in Valletta.

Cap off the week by combining high-points of Maltese culture, shopping, and natural wonders.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Berry

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy specialty coffee and organic morning pastries in Sliema.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Valletta Exploration - Merchant Street Walk

   09:15 – 10:30

   Pick up souvenirs and admire baroque palazzo facades along Merchants Street.

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3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Mdina and Rabat Adventure - Cathedral Square Visit

   10:45 – 12:00

   Visit the central square in Mdina dominated by St Paul's Cathedral.

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4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Diar il-Bniet

   12:30 – 13:30

   Farm-to-table Maltese lunch featuring fresh goat cheese, olives, and bread.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Outdoor

   Blue Grotto Boat Trip - Shoreline Exploration

   14:00 – 15:30

   Take one final seaside walk along Zurrieq's rocky coast.

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6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Outdoor

   Comino's Blue Lagoon - Coastal Panorama Lookout

   15:45 – 17:15

   Enjoy final island views looking out toward Comino and Gozo.

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7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Shopping

   Sliema Shopping Spree - Promenade Evening Stroll

   17:30 – 19:00

   Do final gift shopping along the illuminated Sliema seafront.

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8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Harbor Club

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate the end of the trip with local wine and grilled fish looking out over the illuminated Grand Harbour.