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Malta in 5 Days: Day-by-Day Itinerary

A 5-day Malta itinerary through Valletta, Gozo with St. John's Co-Cathedral, Upper Barrakka, Tritons’ Fountain. Day-by-day plan with times and food stops; personalise it with AI.

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Trip at a glance

Route and overnight bases
Valletta (day 1–2); Gozo (day 3–5)
Approximate cost of activities and meals
60–70 EUR per person for the whole trip, excluding flights and accommodation. Prices are estimates.
Getting between places
Valletta -> Gozo (about 60 min)

Day 1: Valletta

  • 12:00 Airport → Hotel transfer — Transfer from the airport to your hotel. Consider taxi, shuttle, or public transport.
  • 14:00 The Phoenicia Malta — A luxurious stay with rich culture and fine dining options, perfect for couples exploring Valletta.
  • Afternoon St. John's Co-Cathedral — St. John's Co-Cathedral: 4.8★ (27,056 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening Ta' Nenu Valletta — Ta' Nenu Valletta: good budget fit, 4.5★ (3,994 reviews), conveniently located nearby

Day 2: Valletta

  • Morning San Paolo Naufrago — San Paolo Naufrago: 4.6★ (5,303 reviews), good budget fit, conveniently located nearby
  • Morning Upper Barrakka — Upper Barrakka: 4.7★ (41,387 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character
  • Afternoon Zero Sei Trattoria Romana — Zero Sei Trattoria Romana: good budget fit, 4.5★ (5,767 reviews), conveniently located nearby
  • Afternoon Tritons’ Fountain — Tritons’ Fountain: 4.7★ (28,753 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening Trattoria del Mare - Malta Restaurant — Trattoria del Mare - Malta Restaurant: 4.6★ (2,683 reviews), good budget fit, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening Valletta Food Tour — Valletta Food Tour: 4.9★ (788 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character, good budget fit

Day 3: Gozo

  • 09:00 The Phoenicia Malta — A luxurious stay with rich culture and fine dining options, perfect for couples exploring Valletta.
  • 10:00 Valletta -> Gozo — Travel from Valletta to Gozo. Short hop (~28km). Train, bus, or rideshare are all fine.
  • 15:00 Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz — Luxurious resort with a focus on wellness and local cuisine, perfect for a relaxing stay in Gozo.
  • Afternoon Ġonna ta' Villa Rundle — Ġonna ta' Villa Rundle: 4.6★ (2,631 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character
  • Evening Casa Vostra — Casa Vostra: 4.9★ (2,036 reviews), good budget fit

Day 4: Gozo

  • Morning Karamelli Brunch Cafe — Karamelli Brunch Cafe: 4.9★ (1,728 reviews), good budget fit, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Morning Rotunda St. John Baptist Church — Rotunda St. John Baptist Church: 4.6★ (1,664 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Afternoon Roża | Restaurant — Roża | Restaurant: 4.7★ (3,322 reviews), good budget fit, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Afternoon St George’s Basilica — St George’s Basilica: 4.7★ (2,297 reviews), conveniently located nearby, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening Café Jubilee — Café Jubilee: good budget fit, 4.4★ (1,613 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Evening Ta’ Ċenċ Cliffs — Ta’ Ċenċ Cliffs: 4.8★ (1,292 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence, conveniently located nearby

Day 5: Gozo

  • Morning Mekren's Bakery — Mekren's Bakery: 4.6★ (1,398 reviews), good budget fit, well-reviewed with high confidence
  • Morning Salt Pans — Salt Pans: 4.6★ (5,610 reviews), well-reviewed with high confidence, fits the city's character
  • 11:00 Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz — Luxurious resort with a focus on wellness and local cuisine, perfect for a relaxing stay in Gozo.
  • 12:00 Hotel → Airport transfer — Head to the airport. Allow plenty of time for check-in, security, and any last-minute shopping.

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