The ship's location is not far from the Capital itself, about a 20 minute steep walk.
There are plenty of taxis in the port, with rates to town and other destinations clearly marked.

Webcam of the spectacular harbor entrance.

Printable map to take along.

Cruise calendar for this port.

Watch a destination video.

Sailing in to Valetta is probably the highlight of this destination: Welcome to the Middle Ages!
So do not sleep late, you do not want to miss this.

Stroll the colorful streets of Valletta, taking in sights like the Grandmaster's Palace, the House of Parliament and Castille Palace.

The Co-Cathedral of St John is nothing short of a gem and quite simply a must for any tourist. Described as the first complete example of high Baroque anywhere, it epitomises the spiritual and military role of its patrons.

Dominating Palace Square, the Grand Master's Palace has always been the house of government in Malta, first by the knights, then the British and now hosts the President's office. When parliament is not in session you can visit the palace for free, and there is an awful lot to see in here.

Malta Tourist information

Malta hop on/off tours.

It pays to compare your cruise line shore excursions here.

Visit Mdina, the island's old capital. It's an impressive walled city dripping in Medieval and Baroque architecture. They call it the Silent City because cars are forbidden. Carriage-laden horses trotting through the streets and the gentle chatter of Mdina's inhabitants are the only sounds likely to pierce the sleepy calm.

Take a boat ride to the spellbinding Blue Grotto, an impressive 50 metre-deep cave

Crafts have undergone a revival here in recent years. Not solely because they make interesting souvenirs but also because of their high cultural value to the Islands. Some crafts, such as knitwear, basket ware and lace, have a long history.

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Internet cafes are in Valletta's main street.

Malta has free WiFi in the cruise terminal of Valetta.

Commercial centers and shops are usually open between 9.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m. and between 4.00 p.m. and 7 p.m., but a few shops, particularly supermarkets, are open all day. In tourist areas, many shops remain open till 10.00 p.m. Shops are normally closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.

National holidays
March 31 - Freedom Day
June 7 - Sette Giugno
September 8 - Victory Day
September 21 - Independence Day
December 13 - Republic Day

Public holidays
January 1 - New Year's Day
February 10 - Saint Paul's Shipwreck
March 19 - Feast of Saint Joseph
Friday before Easter - Good Friday
May 1 - Worker's Day
June 29 - Feast of Saint Peter & Saint Paul, patron saints
August 15 - Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady
December 8 - Feast of the Immaculate Conception
December 25 - Christmas Day

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