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The Perfect 5-Day Malta Itinerary
Malta 🇲🇹 · Built from 11 real traveler plans · 39 spots
Malta is one of the most-planned destinations on Triply. We took 11 real traveler itineraries and distilled them into this 5-day plan — built around the 39+ places people actually saved, ranked by how often they show up. No filler, no tourist traps nobody bookmarks: just the spots real travelers keep choosing for Malta.
3 of these places were found in real travel videos — TikToks, Reels and YouTube guides that travelers imported into Triply — not scraped from a top-10 list. Where a spot kept showing up across creators, we say so.
Have 4 or 6 or 7 days instead of 5? 4-day Malta itinerary · 6-day Malta itinerary · 7-day Malta itinerary — same ranked list, cut to fit, further down this page.
5-Day Malta Itinerary
Day 1
Witness the mesmerizing natural sea caves with brilliant blue waters, best experienced by boat tour (weather permitting).
Witness Malta's highest point, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Mediterranean and the tiny island of Filfla.
Day 2
A historic palace that served as the residence of the Grand Master of the Order of St John and now houses the President's office.
Experience authentic Maltese cuisine in a charming, traditional restaurant known for its fresh ingredients and daily specials.
Day 3
Day 4
Mdina's second oldest building, offering a glimpse into the life of a Maltese noble family with a vast collection of antiques.
An extensive network of underground Roman catacombs, offering a fascinating glimpse into early Christian burial practices.
Day 5
Swim and sunbathe at this natural, secluded swimming spot with clear turquoise waters and flat rocks perfect for diving.
4-Day Malta Itinerary
Short on time? These are the 20 places travelers save most, in 4 days: skip the rest without regret.
- Day 1: St. John's Co-Cathedral → Mdina Gate → Blue Grotto → Upper Barrakka Gardens → Dingli Cliffs
- Day 2: Mnajdra Temples → Grand Master's Palace → Ħaġar Qim Temples → St. Paul's Cathedral → Rubino
- Day 3: National Museum of Archaeology → Ġgantija Temples → Marsaxlokk Fish Market → Dwejra Bay → Malta at War Museum
- Day 4: Fort St. Angelo → Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum → Gardjola Gardens → St. Paul's Catacombs → Birgu Waterfront
6-Day Malta Itinerary
With 6 days you get past the headline sights into the places people only reach on a longer Malta trip. Days 6–6 are the extra stops.
- Day 1: St. John's Co-Cathedral → Mdina Gate → Blue Grotto → Upper Barrakka Gardens → Dingli Cliffs
- Day 2: Mnajdra Temples → Grand Master's Palace → Ħaġar Qim Temples → St. Paul's Cathedral → Rubino
- Day 3: National Museum of Archaeology → Ġgantija Temples → Marsaxlokk Fish Market → Dwejra Bay → Malta at War Museum
- Day 4: Fort St. Angelo → Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum → Gardjola Gardens → St. Paul's Catacombs → Birgu Waterfront
- Day 5: Ċittadella → St. Peter's Pool → Portomaso Marina → St. Paul's Cathedral, Mdina → Tarxien Temples
- Day 6: Ramla Bay → Ta' Rikardu → Popeye Village Malta → Popeye Village → The Medina Restaurant
7-Day Malta Itinerary
With 7 days you get past the headline sights into the places people only reach on a longer Malta trip. Days 6–7 are the extra stops.
- Day 1: St. John's Co-Cathedral → Mdina Gate → Blue Grotto → Upper Barrakka Gardens → Dingli Cliffs
- Day 2: Mnajdra Temples → Grand Master's Palace → Ħaġar Qim Temples → St. Paul's Cathedral → Rubino
- Day 3: National Museum of Archaeology → Ġgantija Temples → Marsaxlokk Fish Market → Dwejra Bay → Malta at War Museum
- Day 4: Fort St. Angelo → Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum → Gardjola Gardens → St. Paul's Catacombs → Birgu Waterfront
- Day 5: Ċittadella → St. Peter's Pool → Portomaso Marina → St. Paul's Cathedral, Mdina → Tarxien Temples
- Day 6: Ramla Bay → Ta' Rikardu → Popeye Village Malta → Popeye Village → The Medina Restaurant
- Day 7: Fontanella Tea Garden → Inquisitor's Palace → Domus Romana → Blue Lagoon → Ta' Qali Crafts Village
Top Things to Do in Malta
- St. John's Co-Cathedral — ★ 4.8 (saved by 8 travelers)
- Mdina Gate — ★ 4.8 (saved by 8 travelers)
- Upper Barrakka Gardens — ★ 4.7 (saved by 8 travelers)
- Mnajdra Temples — ★ 4.7 (saved by 7 travelers)
- Grand Master's Palace — ★ 4.5 (saved by 7 travelers)A historic palace that served as the residence of the Grand Master of the Order of St John and now houses the President's office.
- Ħaġar Qim Temples — ★ 4.6 (saved by 6 travelers)
- St. Paul's Cathedral — ★ 4.6 (saved by 5 travelers)
- National Museum of Archaeology — ★ 4.4 (saved by 4 travelers)
Where to Eat in Malta
- Rubino — ★ 4.6
- Birgu Waterfront — ★ 4.8
- Ta' Rikardu — ★ 4.4
- The Medina Restaurant — ★ 4.3
- Fontanella Tea Garden — ★ 4.3
Malta Travel FAQ
How many days do you need in Malta?
Most travelers planning Malta on Triply spend about 5 days there. That's enough to cover the top sights — St. John's Co-Cathedral, Mdina Gate, Blue Grotto — without rushing. This page also has 4-day and 6-day and 7-day versions of the same plan.
What are the top things to do in Malta?
Based on 11 real Malta itineraries, the most-saved spots are St. John's Co-Cathedral, Mdina Gate, Blue Grotto, Upper Barrakka Gardens, Dingli Cliffs, Mnajdra Temples.
Where should I eat in Malta?
The most-saved places to eat in Malta are Rubino, Birgu Waterfront, Ta' Rikardu, The Medina Restaurant, Fontanella Tea Garden.
Is Malta worth visiting?
Malta is one of the most-planned destinations on Triply, with 11 traveler itineraries covering 39+ spots — so yes, there's plenty to fill a 5-day trip.
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