MALTA

Located in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, Malta is the largest island of the Maltese archipelago, also referred to as the Maltese Islands, which include the islands of Gozo and Comino. These islands also constitute the country of Malta, renowned for its rich history, spectacular architecture and breathtaking scenery. It features a wide range of historic sites such as numerous fortresses, megalithic temples, and a subterranean network of ancient burial chambers dating back to 4000 BC. Visitors can look forward to a number of fantastic activities including: jumping on an island tour to view the sights, exploring fascinating museums and spending a relaxing day at the spa or one of Malta’s pristine beaches lapped by turquoise waters.

Currency 

Local currency: Euro 
Symbol: € 
ISO code: EUR 
Subunit: Cent 
Banknotes: €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500 
Coins: 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, €1, €2 

Banking 

Card Transactions: Yes 
ATMs: Yes 
Mastercard: Yes 
Visa: Yes 
American Express: Yes 
Diner’s club: Yes 

Banking Hours: 
Weekdays: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM 
Weekends: Closed 
Public Holidays: Yes 
Foreign exchange services: Yes 

Air: 

Main airlines: Air Malta 
International Airports: Malta International Airport 
Domestic Airports: None 

Road: 

Driving on the: Left 
Tar roads: Yes 
Gravel roads: No 
Valid International Driver's License needed: Yes 
Car hire available: Yes 
Taxis: Yes 
E-hailing services: Yes 

Bus: 

Inter-city bus services: Yes 
Local city bus networks: Yes 

Rail: 

Railway system: No 
Subway System: No 

Water: 

Ferries: Yes 
Water taxis: Yes 
Leisure cruises: Yes 

Food and water safety: 

Can you drink the tap water: Yes 
Fresh fruit and veg: Yes 
Ice: Yes 
Meat: Yes 
Street food: Yes 

Local cuisine: 

Maltese cuisine is influenced by Sicilian, English, and Mediterranean flavors. Highlights include rabbit stew (Fenkata), pastizzi (savory pastries), and lampuki pie (fish pie). Notable local drinks include Kinnie (bitter orange soft drink), Cisk (local beer), and Maltese wines. 
Tipping: 10% 

Annual rainfall: 600 - 800 mm 
Average temperature: 20°C 

Summer: 

Average highs: 30°C 
Average lows: 20°C 

Winter: 

Average highs: 15°C 
Average lows: 10°C 

Best time to visit: 

The best time to visit Malta is from April to June or September to October when the weather is warm but not excessively hot, and tourist crowds are smaller. 

Spring and Summer 

Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes 
Lightweight warm clothes: No 

Winter and Autumn 

Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters, jackets: Recommended 
Heavyweight clothing and boots: No 

General 

Umbrella and raincoat: Yes 
Warm gloves, hat and scarf: No 
Swimming costume (bathing suit): Yes 
Hat, sunglasses and sunblock: Yes 
Walking shoes: Yes 
Casual: Yes 
Smart-casual attire: Yes