Practical information for arriving in Malta, travelling around the islands and making your way to Gozo.
The essentials for getting to the islands and moving around once you arrive.
Malta is an island in the central Mediterranean. Most visitors arrive by air, while ferries and other sea connections provide another option.
Malta International Airport is the main airport serving the islands. It is located in the south-east of Malta and provides the principal arrival point for visitors travelling by air.
From the airport you can continue by bus, taxi, private transfer or rental car.
Malta is also accessible by sea, including ferry services from Sicily, cruise ships and private vessels.
Ferry routes and schedules vary, so check the current service before travelling.
Malta is compact, but the best way to travel depends on where you want to go and how much of the island you want to explore.
Malta has an extensive public bus network connecting towns, villages and many of the island's main visitor destinations.
Hiring a car gives you more flexibility, particularly when visiting rural areas and places away from the main bus routes.
Malta drives on the left-hand side of the road.
Taxis and private transfers are useful for airport journeys, ferry terminals, hotels and destinations where public transport is less convenient.
Historic centres, villages and many coastal areas are particularly rewarding on foot. Walking can also be the easiest way to explore compact old towns.
Gozo is separated from Malta by the channel and is reached by sea. The main vehicle connection is the Gozo Channel ferry.
The Gozo Channel ferry connects Ċirkewwa in northern Malta with Mġarr Harbour in Gozo. Passengers and vehicles can use the service.
If you are travelling around Gozo by car, taking your vehicle across on the ferry can make exploring the island considerably easier.
Getting around Gozo →Gozo is small enough to explore independently. Choose the transport that suits your plans and use the e-Malta map to find places along the way.
A car gives you the greatest flexibility for exploring Gozo's beaches, viewpoints, villages, countryside and more remote coastal areas.
Public buses connect Mġarr Harbour with Victoria and other villages and visitor destinations around Gozo.
Taxis and private transport can be useful when travelling between Mġarr Harbour, accommodation and individual places around the island.
Cycling can be a good way to explore the quieter roads and countryside, although Gozo's hills and summer temperatures should be taken into account.
Walking is ideal for villages, coastal paths, viewpoints and shorter sections of Gozo's countryside.
Find beaches, dive sites, viewpoints, villages, historic places and other locations before setting out.
Gozo is easy to cross, but a little planning can save unnecessary driving and help you fit more into your day.
Start with the Gozo map, choose the places you want to visit and then use the route planner to organise your day.
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