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City Sightseeing: Malta Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Harbor Cruise

Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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St. Lawrence's Catholic Church - Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Famous for crystal blue waters, Malta invites you for a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour with an optional harbor cruise past its temple ruins and forts.

    • Explore Malta’s azure waters, limestone cliffs, and historic temples with an unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour that stops at the island’s biggest gems.

    • With 38 stops and buses every 30-60 minutes, Malta’s two bus routes let you explore the North and South at a pace that suits you.

    • Sailing by Malta’s forts and 'Gladiator' and 'Game of Thrones' sets on a harbor cruise is an unforgettable upgrade you must include on your trip.

    • Malta’s story comes alive via a 13-language audio guide, while onboard WiFi ensures you post those envy-inducing snaps in real-time.

    • Mosta Church’s timeless beauty, Blue Grotto’s crystalline waters, and Golden Bay’s radiant shores are must-see gems on this Maltese adventure.

    • 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour

    • Access to South & North routes

    • Harbor cruise (based on option selected)

    • Live cruise commentary in English & German (based on option selected)

    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Finnish & Maltese (on the bus)

    • Free WiFi (on the bus)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    What our guests say

    Joyce Palin

    Joyce

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    Alla Milogradskaja

    Alla

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Zuzana Šusteková

    Zuzana

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Asta Dilyte Kotenko

    Asta

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    2/5
    First of all, the paper bus timetable we received from the driver had incorrect bus stop times, the correct times were listed online. One of the drivers was 20 minutes late arriving. On the way back to the original bus stop, we had to almost beg the driver to take us back to where he picked us up at the beginning, with very unclear communication from him.
    Stefan Engström

    Stefan

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    2/5
    Very bad seats in bus and very, very poor audioguide. Feel robbed
  • These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.

  • South route: Red

    On the Red route, meander through history with stops at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village, where boats are as colorful as a box of crayons, and Vittoriosa Waterfront, oozing medieval charm. Swing by the Blue Grotto’s sparkling caves and Sliema Ferries’ lively vibe.

    Schedule

    • First bus: 9:05am from stop#10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)

    • Last bus: 2:05pm from stop #10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)

    • Frequency: Every 60 mins

    • Popular stops: Vittoriosa Waterfront, Blue Grotto & Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

    North route: Blue

    The Blue route lets you in on Golden Bay’s sandy glow, Mosta Church’s epic dome (miracle survivor of WWII bombs), and Qawra Seafront’s coastal serenity. This route screams a chill vibe with a side of history. Rugged cliffs meet blue horizons, and every corner feels like a desktop wallpaper waiting to happen.

    Schedule

    • First bus: 8am from stop #1 (Bugibba – Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)

    • Last bus: 2:30pm from stop #1 (Bugibba – Topaz Hotel/Pebbles Hotel)

    • Frequency: Every 30 to 60 mins

    • Popular stops: Qawra Seafront, Mosta Church & Golden Bay

    Harbor cruise

    Set sail on a cruise that feels like a time-traveling adventure through Malta's storied past. Glide through Marsamxett Harbour, spot the star-shaped Fort Manoel, and discover the haunting Lazzaretto. Don't forget to make a quick stop at Esplora for Fort Ricasoli, the iconic "Gladiator" and "Game of Thrones" filming spot.

    Schedule

    • First cruise: 10:30am from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)

    • Last cruise: 2:45pm from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)

    • Frequency: Every 2 hours

    Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

    You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

  • Accessibility

    • Most buses accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high.

    Additional information

    • The 48-hour ticket can be used in 2 different 24-hour periods. Once the ticket is scanned and you have spent the first 24 hours, you have five extra days within which you can use the next continuous 24 hours.

    • Specific details related to the harbor cruise in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please check your final voucher for more details about the redemption points & specific instructions.

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