7 Days in Malta - The Complete Week

Perfect for: Full week holidays, families and travellers who want to see everything. Recommended: 5 nights Sliema/St Julian's + 2 nights on Gozo.

Arrive Malta airport, check into hotel. Ease in with a walk along Sliema promenade, sunset drinks at Balluta Bay, dinner in St Julian's. Early night to reset for tomorrow.

Full day in Valletta. St John's Co-Cathedral (arrive at opening), Grand Master's Palace, Upper Barrakka Gardens with the noon cannon. Lunch at Nenu the Artisan Baker. Afternoon: Casa Rocca Piccola (private house museum) and the Lascaris War Rooms. Sunset drinks, dinner on Strait Street.

Morning: Traditional dghajsa water taxi to Vittoriosa. Explore Fort St Angelo, Inquisitor's Palace, waterside cafes. Lunch in Cospicua. Afternoon: Grand Harbour boat tour to see the fortifications from the water. Evening: Return to Valletta, dinner at Palazzo Preca.

Full day exploring central and southern Malta. Mdina Silent City in the morning (Game of Thrones fans - this was King's Landing). Fontanella cafe for coffee with a view. Rabat lunch (rabbit stew). Afternoon: Blue Grotto boat, Hagar Qim prehistoric temples, St Peter's Pool swim. Evening: Marsaxlokk fishing village for seafood dinner.

Full-day Blue Lagoon adventure via catamaran from Sliema or ferry from Cirkewwa. Swim, snorkel, explore sea caves, visit Crystal Lagoon. Return by early evening. See our complete Blue Lagoon guide.

Morning ferry to Gozo (25 min from Cirkewwa). Check into a Gozo boutique hotel or farmhouse. Explore Victoria (Rabat) and the Cittadella. Lunch at Ta Rikardu. Afternoon: Dwejra Bay - Inland Sea, Fungus Rock, Blue Hole diving spot. Sunset at Xlendi Bay with wine.

Morning at Ramla Bay - Gozo's famous red-sand beach. Alternative: hike to Wied il-Ghasri gorge. Lunch in Marsalforn. Afternoon ferry back to Malta and airport transfer. Or extend to spend the full day exploring Nadur, San Blas Bay and Calypso's Cave before evening flight.

Is 7 days too long in Malta?

Not at all - seven days is ideal for a proper Malta holiday. You get to see all three islands, spend time in nature, enjoy beaches, and dive deeper into culture and food. Many visitors wish they had booked longer.

Should I stay in one hotel for 7 days in Malta?

One base is easier and cheaper. Choose Sliema, St Julian's or Valletta. Alternatively split 5 nights on Malta + 2 nights on Gozo for a more relaxed pace.

What is the best area for a 7-day family Malta trip?

Mellieha or St Paul's Bay - closer to beaches and family-friendly resorts. Golden Bay area is fantastic for families with children under 12.

How much does 7 days in Malta cost per person?

Budget: 700-1000 EUR. Mid-range: 1200-1800 EUR. Luxury: 2500+ EUR. Excludes flights. This includes accommodation, food, transport, tours and attractions.