Concatedral de San Juan
The church of the Knights of St John, with a plain exterior and a dazzling Baroque interior, including works by Caravaggio.
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Valletta: airports, things to do and where to stay
Valletta is the capital of Malta, a fortified 16th-century World Heritage city with a grid of streets, palaces, Baroque churches and views over the Grand Harbour.
Valletta airports
From the airport to central Valletta
Malta International airport is about 6 km from central Valletta.
Autobuses públicos
Public buses link the airport with Valletta. Frequencies are limited, so check the timetable.
Taxi
Official rank outside arrivals. The ride to central Valletta takes about 20 min.
Valletta
Things to do in Valletta
Jardines de Barrakka Superior
Gardens with arcades and a viewpoint over the Grand Harbour, where the saluting battery fires every day.
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Gran Puerto
A natural harbour ringed by fortifications, with boats, the Three Cities opposite and postcard sunsets.
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Palacio del Gran Maestre
The former residence of the Order's Grand Masters, with decorated state rooms and an armoury, now home to the presidency.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Valletta?
Valletta is served by Malta International (MLA).
How far is the airport from central Valletta?
Malta International airport is about 6 km from central Valletta.
How do I get from the airport to central Valletta?
From Malta International airport you can take Autobuses públicos (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Valletta?
Highlights of Valletta include Concatedral de San Juan, Jardines de Barrakka Superior, Gran Puerto, and Palacio del Gran Maestre.
Photo credits
- Concatedral de San Juan: Simon Burchell, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Jardines de Barrakka Superior: Txllxt TxllxT, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Gran Puerto: Trajcinema, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Palacio del Gran Maestre: Stefar70, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons