When to go on your shopping spree? how to get there? where to get money out? all these questions answered in a useful fact sheet.

The main bus terminal is just outside the city gate of Valletta, here you can get a bus to almost anywhere on the island. The buses run untill 10pm. The average trip on any bus is approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

Taxis
White taxis should charge government controlled prices with a meter but it is advised to agree on a price before your journey. Black taxis cannot be hailed, they need to be pre-booked and it is advisable to get a fixed price or quote. Please find below some examples of prices of taxis from the airport to a few primary destinations inclusive of 4 people + luggage:

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Ferries
A visit to Gozo and Comino should be added to your itinerary. Both can be reached by a short ferry ride across the Channel. The Gozo ferry allows you to take your car across with you whilst the Comino ferry is a small boat that only carries passengers.

The Gozo ferry runs on a tight schedule and operates roughly every 45 minutes. Car and driver = Lm 6.25 additional passengers @ Lm 2.00, children under 12 @ Lm 1.00. Your tickets are presented on your return from Gozo, but can be purchased on both islands. For a schedule or further information please visit: www.gozochannel.com

Driving
Driving is the best way to explore the island and its beauty, so choose a little adventure and rent a car.

The maltese roads are not 1st class but they do lead to exciting and exotic places. Driving is on the left hand side of the road and foreign licenses are accepted. Experience filling up petrol the old way, drive along side, give them your keys and sit back and relax whilst they do the filling for you. Turning up after hours or on weekends means self-service, there is a machine that only accepts LM2 and LM5 notes.

Should you be involved in a traffic accident, it is important to call your hire car company as well as the police. The vehicle should not be moved regardless of the damage. Please call: for assistance.