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Malta is a diverse and cultural country with its main appeal being its beaches, nightlife, culture, and history. Its capital Valletta is a sightseer’s paradise, complete with opulent architecture, museums, and religious buildings. As Malta is a small island, driving is the preferred way of getting around. Having your own means of transport can enable you to reach the far corners of the island that are not be covered by Malta’s local bus system. While driving around this diminutive island is relatively easy, there are still things you need to consider and be aware of, such as:
Whether you’re exploring Malta for a holiday, or are in Valletta on business, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect vehicle for you courtesy of Enjoy Travel. When you need low-cost, reliable and excellent value car hire across Europe, choose Enjoy Travel and our large fleet of vehicles that perfectly match your needs and preferences.
If you’re looking for a low-cost, efficient and convenient way of getting around the island on your own terms, then choose Enjoy Travel and our large fleet of hire cars. We offer budget car hire all year round, even in Malta’s peak tourist seasons of June-August.
To find the best deals on car hire, ensure that you book your vehicle around 2-3 months in advance. This is especially important if you’re travelling to Malta during peak tourist seasons like June-August which can make demand for hire vehicles significantly increase.
Parking in places like Valletta can be hard, especially in inner city areas as the streets are pretty narrow. Valletta is also usually busy, so finding a parking space can also be a task. Certain parking zones are coloured according to the type of parking available in Valetta. White parking zones are free for everyone, green parking zones are for residents only, blue zones are for residents only at certain times of day (usually 7pm to 7am), and yellow parking zones mean parking is prohibited. This is the same for double yellow lines on street roads.
Parking in Malta is generally free, but you can receive fines between €20-€100, depending on the type of parking crime being committed. When parking in a prohibited area, such as in yellow zones or residents-only parking, the fine is usually around €25.
Malta may be small, but it is packed with history, culture, nightlife and opulent buildings, as well as religious centres and entertainment venues. There are also some pretty decent beaches and swimming spots if you’re looking to cool off on a hot day. Let’s take a look at some of the best spots to visit in Malta to make your trip as memorable as possible:
Some of the best things to do in Malta are:
Malta features local buses that run across the island, but the preferred way of getting around is to hire a car. This is because, while widespread, the public transport system may not reach certain areas of the islands of Gozo, Malta and Comino. Hiring a car can give you the freedom to explore the far corners of the archipelago without worrying about any restrictions or delays that you may get from relying on public transport.
The Maltese archipelago is made up of several islands that are easily accessible from mainland Malta– these include Comino and Gozo. Each island has its own fair share of history, culture and things to do.
It’s a good idea to have an itinerary in place and book places in advance, especially if you’re travelling during peak tourist seasons like summer. You’ll likely be able to easily find your way around using road signs, but ensure you use sat navs or Google Maps when required.
Malta has certain times of day that are better than others for driving. Rush hour is usually 7am-10am and 4pm-6pm on weekdays. If possible, try to avoid travelling at these times to avoid heavy traffic.
Although it can give you more freedom and convenience, car hire is not everyone’s preferred method of getting around.
Hiring a car can enable you to explore further around Malta, and can help you access or reach areas that may not be accessible or served by public transport. Many roads around Malta are incredibly scenic, and driving can allow you to get around according to your own schedule and timings.
Some roads in Malta can be very narrow, which may be hard for larger vehicles. It may also be more difficult to find a parking space in Malta, particularly during peak tourist seasons.
Car hire is available from Malta Airport, and Enjoy Travel works with a range of car hire suppliers to bring you reliable, clean and secure vehicles. The variety of vehicles available for hire from Malta International Airport includes small, medium and large cars, with makes and models including Citroen, Peugeot, Nissan, Ford and Toyota.
This depends on your personal circumstances and the number of people you’re travelling with. Solo travellers or groups of two may get better use from a small or medium car, whereas families or larger groups would find a large car more convenient.
Enjoy Travel works closely with some of Malta’s most premium and respected car hire companies, which include Acarent, Ace, Alamo, AutoUnion, Carwiz, Enterprise, Exer Rent-a-Car, Green Motion, National, OK Mobility, Right Cars and Routes.
To ensure that you are completely satisfied with your car hire, ensure that the services, prices and reviews align with your expectations before booking. Research the company before you book to make sure you know their usual rates and services.
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Stephanie Dixon | Visited Malta in June and hired a car for our visit. It made getting about so much easier. Much better than having to rely on public transport. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Malta soon. | |
Matt Robins | We come to Malta every year for some winter sunshine and this time we decided to hire a car. It made the trip so much better, and we saw parts of the country that just wouldn’t have been possible without a car. | |
Jack Marshall | First time visiting Malta and hiring a car when I visited in the summer. It turned out to be an excellent decision. While some of the roads are narrow, it’s so easy to get around by car, and I was never stuck waiting for a late bus. | |
Zoe McDonald | Went to Malta on a family holiday in August, and hired a car through Enjoy Travel. We were given a Kia Picanto, and it was a dream. Easy to drive and find parking thanks to its small size. | |
Samantha King | My husband and I visited Malta in April and we hired a Peugeot 308 from the airport. It was an absolute dream to drive and made accessing more remote parts of the country even easier. Thanks, Enjoy Travel! | |
Adrian Baines | Went to Malta in February for a conference, and hired a Jeep Renegade. Exploring the island was so easy compared to having to traverse on foot or rely on public transport. Made the trip 100x better. | |
Will Maguire | Visited Malta in July and we had a fantastic time, largely due to hiring a car. Instead of having to fork out for taxis everywhere, we simply got up, got up in the car, and went wherever we wanted to. Saved an absolute fortune. |