{"id":10463,"date":"2020-01-27T10:26:47","date_gmt":"2020-01-27T14:26:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/?p=10463"},"modified":"2020-12-10T11:20:10","modified_gmt":"2020-12-10T15:20:10","slug":"how-to-enjoy-a-trip-to-malta-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/how-to-enjoy-a-trip-to-malta-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Enjoy a Trip to Malta on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Malta (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/malta\" target=\"_blank\">Malta<\/a> is an archipelago that is located in the central Mediterranean. As small as this European island country might be, it sure has a lot to offer. Sunny days all year long, crystal clear waters, warm temperatures, beautiful sandy beaches, hotels with pools\u2014plus, it is rich in culture and has historical significance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An immediate question that might come to might\nis how can you afford to go to Malta when you\u2019re on a limited budget. Island\nholidays to places such as Hawaii and Bali are known to be expensive\u2014surely,\nvisiting Malta must also be rather expensive? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if you can locate a cheap flight and reasonable accommodations, it is possible to travel to Malta and <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/2019\/07\/the-best-ways-to-track-your-spending-on-your-next-big-trip\/\">stay within your budget<\/a>. Many of the activities on the island can be enjoyed at little to no cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Catch some rays at Mellieha Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re going to Malta, you\u2019ll want to spend\nat least one day at the beach. And since you\u2019re surrounded by shorelines, you\nwill likely be able to find a beach close to your hotel that you can walk to.\nThere are also public transportation options that will take you to some of the\nmost popular beaches, such as Mellieha Bay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other than transportation, it doesn\u2019t cost\nanything to visit Mellieha Bay. Pack a lunch and water, bring sunscreen, and\nenjoy an inexpensive day of sand, water, and sunshine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/magdalena-smolnicka-Exf495AtWZI-unsplash-850x521.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/magdalena-smolnicka-Exf495AtWZI-unsplash-850x521.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/magdalena-smolnicka-Exf495AtWZI-unsplash-768x471.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/magdalena-smolnicka-Exf495AtWZI-unsplash-1536x942.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/magdalena-smolnicka-Exf495AtWZI-unsplash-2048x1256.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/magdalena-smolnicka-Exf495AtWZI-unsplash-1920x1177.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/magdalena-smolnicka-Exf495AtWZI-unsplash-600x368.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><figcaption>Popeye Village, Malta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Check out historical buildings in Valletta <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learning about the history and culture of Malta is relatively inexpensive if you visit <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Valletta (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/malta\/valletta\" target=\"_blank\">Valletta<\/a>. Valletta is the capital city of the island and has over 300 historical locations for you to visit. Many of these locations, such as <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"St John\u2019s Co-Cathedral (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.atlasobscura.com\/places\/st-john-s-co-cathedral-skeleton-tombstones\" target=\"_blank\">St John\u2019s Co-Cathedral<\/a>, don\u2019t charge entry fees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are also museums for you to visit. While most of Valletta\u2019s museums charge an entrance fee, the fees are relatively inexpensive. The museums are a <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/10-ways-to-make-the-most-of-bad-weather-while-on-holiday\/\">great way to spend a rainy day<\/a> when you aren\u2019t able to go to the beach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/zoltan-tasi-nMFMlK4XpQU-unsplash-850x518.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/zoltan-tasi-nMFMlK4XpQU-unsplash-850x518.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/zoltan-tasi-nMFMlK4XpQU-unsplash-768x468.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/zoltan-tasi-nMFMlK4XpQU-unsplash-1536x937.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/zoltan-tasi-nMFMlK4XpQU-unsplash-2048x1249.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/zoltan-tasi-nMFMlK4XpQU-unsplash-1920x1171.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/zoltan-tasi-nMFMlK4XpQU-unsplash-600x366.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><figcaption>Valletta, Malta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gyg-iframe-container\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5em\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-gyg-wp-plugin\"><iframe style=\"border:0;height:100%;width:100%\" title=\"GetYourGuide activites widget\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activites.frame?widget=activites&amp;currency=USD&amp;locale_code=en-US&amp;number_of_items=3&amp;partner_id=1E378FN&amp;q=valletta\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Walk the promenade in Sliema <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sliema is the commercial district of the\nisland. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and nightclubs to visit here.\nAnd while buying clothes or hitting the club might not be within your budget,\nyou can at least walk the promenade for free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sliema\u2019s promenade stretches along the coastline. You\u2019ll be able to enjoy views of the ocean while also doing some window shopping. Also, street art is encouraged in Malta\u2014and since Sliema is an area that artists visit regularly, you\u2019re sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/lovinmalta.com\/lifestyle\/living-in-malta\/malta-has-some-seriously-stare-worthy-street-art-and-heres-some-of-our-favourites\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\" class=\"rank-math-link\">spot some amazing murals<\/a> on your walk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take a hike around the island <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Malta has plenty of natural beauty and what better way to enjoy it than taking a hike around the island. The <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Dingli\" rel=\"noopener\">Dingli Cliffs<\/a> are a favorite because they\u2019re the highest point on the island. While exploring the cliffs, you\u2019ll get gorgeous views of the Mediterranean. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might also want to venture to Gozo or Comino. These\nislands are only accessible by ferry, but both have scenic hiking trails.\nTrails through Gozo take you past quaint villages, red sand beaches, and\nprehistoric temples. Comino, on the other hand, has the stunning Blue Lagoon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/vadim-korolchuk-2sThcWd2Qbg-unsplash-850x529.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/vadim-korolchuk-2sThcWd2Qbg-unsplash-850x529.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/vadim-korolchuk-2sThcWd2Qbg-unsplash-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/vadim-korolchuk-2sThcWd2Qbg-unsplash-1536x956.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/vadim-korolchuk-2sThcWd2Qbg-unsplash-2048x1275.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/vadim-korolchuk-2sThcWd2Qbg-unsplash-1920x1195.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/vadim-korolchuk-2sThcWd2Qbg-unsplash-600x373.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><figcaption>Gozo, Malta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sample some street food <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re on a budget, you might be limited on\nhow often you can eat out. But if you\u2019re in Malta, you won\u2019t want to miss out\non trying traditional Maltese cuisine. Malta combines fresh island produce with\nborrowed flavors from surrounding countries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A way to sample various Maltese cuisine at an\naffordable cost is by hitting up the street vendors in Sliema. While you won\u2019t\nbe able to get full portions without paying, some of them will hand out\nbite-size samples. Savory pastries are a popular treat! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Plan visit in advance<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key to finding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.choiceholidays.eu\/blog\/things-to-do\/cheap-malta.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\" class=\"rank-math-link\">cheap things to do in Malta<\/a> is to plan your visit in advance. Don\u2019t wait until you\u2019re on the island to figure out what you\u2019re going to do. Set a budget, find activities that fit within that budget, and create an itinerary that allows you to easily get to activities at a low transportation cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And while you\u2019re planning activities, don\u2019t forget to start looking at hotels and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/recommends\/skyscanner\/\" data-eafl-id=\"9926\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-cloaked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">flights<\/a>. The earlier you can book your flight and hotels, the more affordable they will be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/business-241574_1280-850x537.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/business-241574_1280-850x537.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/business-241574_1280-768x485.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/business-241574_1280-600x379.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/business-241574_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><figcaption>Gozo, Malta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>In Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are plenty of free or inexpensive\nactivities to do in Malta that can help make a trip to the island possible even\nif you\u2019re on a small budget. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most expensive part of your trip will be\nthe flight and hotel, but if you book these several months in advance, your\ntrip will be more affordable. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Malta is an archipelago that is located in the central Mediterranean. As small as this European island country might be, it sure has a lot to offer. Sunny days all year long, crystal clear waters, warm temperatures, beautiful sandy beaches, hotels with pools &#8211; plus, it is rich in culture and has historical significance. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10467,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_links_to":"","_links_to_type":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1237,1227],"tags":[953],"class_list":["post-10463","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-budget-travel","category-europe","tag-malta","entry","has-media"],"acf":[],"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2026-06-14 05:08:05","action":"change-status","newStatus":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"category","extraData":[]},"publishpress_future_workflow_manual_trigger":{"enabledWorkflows":[]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10463","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10463"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10463\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12692,"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10463\/revisions\/12692"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10467"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10463"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10463"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.budgetyourtrip.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10463"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}