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1 day · Valletta itinerary

Malta in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Malta? You can see Valletta and the Silent City of Mdina. Here is how to spend one perfect day based in Valletta — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Valletta & Co-Cathedral
  2. 2Barrakka Gardens
  3. 3Mdina Silent City
  4. 4Maltese dinner

Morning: Valletta

Explore St John’s Co-Cathedral and the Upper Barrakka Gardens.

Afternoon: Mdina

Wander the silent lanes of Mdina and Rabat.

Evening: Maltese food

Enjoy pastizzi, rabbit stew and local wine.

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Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Valletta — prices per person.

Malta in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Malta in one day?
Yes — you can explore Valletta and St John’s Co-Cathedral, the Barrakka Gardens, and the Silent City of Mdina in a day, as Malta is small and distances are short.
What is the best one-day Malta tour?
A Valletta walking tour paired with a visit to Mdina and a Maltese food experience is the most rewarding way to see the highlights in a day.
How much does one day in Malta cost?
Budget roughly €30–€70 per person for a Valletta walking tour, a Mdina trip and a food experience — Malta is affordable, with cheap pastizzi and good buses.

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