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Hop-On Hop-Off Malta Bus Tours
See Malta's sights from North to South & upgrade for a coastal cruise to film sets.
- From dramatic cliffs, temple ruins to pristine waters, see the best of Malta with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour that takes you to prime hotspots.
- Hop from 38 stops across two routes, with buses every 30-60 minutes making it easy to explore the North and South, as much as you like.
- A harbor cruise through Malta’s forts and sets of 'Game of Thrones' and 'Gladiator' is an ultimate brag-worthy travel upgrade you can't miss.
- You'll uncover Malta’s history with a 13-language audio guide, while onboard WiFi lets you share every highlight of your trip on the gram.
- Blue Grotto’s clear waters, Mosta Church’s 17th-century charm, and Golden Bay’s sunlit shores are highlights you must see on your Maltese trip.
See Malta's sights from North to South & upgrade for a coastal cruise to film sets.
- From dramatic cliffs, temple ruins to pristine waters, see the best of Malta with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour that takes you to prime hotspots.
- Hop from 38 stops across two routes, with buses every 30-60 minutes making it easy to explore the North and South, as much as you like.
- A harbor cruise through Malta’s forts and sets of 'Game of Thrones' and 'Gladiator' is an ultimate brag-worthy travel upgrade you can't miss.
- You'll uncover Malta’s history with a 13-language audio guide, while onboard WiFi lets you share every highlight of your trip on the gram.
- Blue Grotto’s clear waters, Mosta Church’s 17th-century charm, and Golden Bay’s sunlit shores are highlights you must see on your Maltese trip.
Inclusions
- 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)
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.
South route: Red (Every Tue, Thu & Sun)
- 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 (Every Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat)
- 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
- First cruise: 10:30am from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
- Last cruise: 2:45pm from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
- Frequency: Every 2 hours
- Most buses accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high.
- 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.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
Hit Gozo's tranquil villages, temple ruins, and swimming spots along two bus routes.
- Discover Gozo’s allure on a 1-day hop-on hop-off tour across beaches, hidden coves, and countryside vibes for a taste of Meditteranean culture.
- Check out 15 must-see spots on two routes with buses running every 45 minutes, and explore sights over and over again or see them in a single loop.
- Stay connected with free WiFi as you roll through Gozo’s streets and listen to 16-language audio guides revealing its untold stories about its gems.
- Marvel at Ggantija Temples, older than Stonehenge, explore Citadel’s views and museums, and soak up Xlendi Bay’s cliffs and diving hubs.
Hit Gozo's tranquil villages, temple ruins, and swimming spots along two bus routes.
- Discover Gozo’s allure on a 1-day hop-on hop-off tour across beaches, hidden coves, and countryside vibes for a taste of Meditteranean culture.
- Check out 15 must-see spots on two routes with buses running every 45 minutes, and explore sights over and over again or see them in a single loop.
- Stay connected with free WiFi as you roll through Gozo’s streets and listen to 16-language audio guides revealing its untold stories about its gems.
- Marvel at Ggantija Temples, older than Stonehenge, explore Citadel’s views and museums, and soak up Xlendi Bay’s cliffs and diving hubs.
Inclusions
- 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Access to Blue & Purple routes
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Hungarian, Bulgarian & Maltese
- WiFi onboard
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.
Blue route
- First bus: 11:35am from stop #10 Victoria to Marsalforn
- Last bus: 5:30pm from stop #10 Victoria to Marsalforn
- Frequency: Every 45 mins
- Popular stops: Marsalforn, Ggantija Temples & Ramla
Purple route
- First bus: 9:45am from stop #1 Mgarr
- Last bus: 3:45pm from stop #1 Mgarr
- Frequency: Every 45mins
- Popular stops: Ta'Pinu, Xlendi, Dwejra
- Most buses accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Combo (Save 5%): Malta 5D Audio-Visual Show Tickets + Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Harbour Cruise
from €45
€42.75
5% off
Unlimited bus rides meet an immersive 5D show in this combo, great for entertainment lovers.
- Maximize savings with this combo: See Malta's history come alive with a 5D audio-visual show and explore the city with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour.
- Discover Malta’s journey from prehistoric temples to knightly victories through an epic portrayal of its history in a truly unforgettable 5D experience.
- The show is complete with ticklers, sprays, and an audio guide in 17 languages for you to pick from, giving you a sensory experience you won’t forget.
- Tour Malta’s sights from Vittoriosa to Golden Bay across two bus routes with 38 stops running every 30-60 minutes for 24/48 hours of flexible exploring.
- Stay connected with onboard WiFi, enjoy an audio guide, and upgrade to a guided harbor cruise to see the Gladiator filming spots around Malta’s landmarks.
Unlimited bus rides meet an immersive 5D show in this combo, great for entertainment lovers.
- Maximize savings with this combo: See Malta's history come alive with a 5D audio-visual show and explore the city with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour.
- Discover Malta’s journey from prehistoric temples to knightly victories through an epic portrayal of its history in a truly unforgettable 5D experience.
- The show is complete with ticklers, sprays, and an audio guide in 17 languages for you to pick from, giving you a sensory experience you won’t forget.
- Tour Malta’s sights from Vittoriosa to Golden Bay across two bus routes with 38 stops running every 30-60 minutes for 24/48 hours of flexible exploring.
- Stay connected with onboard WiFi, enjoy an audio guide, and upgrade to a guided harbor cruise to see the Gladiator filming spots around Malta’s landmarks.
Inclusions
5D Audio-Visual Show
- Entry to the Malta 5D audio-visual show (near stop #19 on South & North route)
- Audio guide in English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Turkish, Greek, Polish, Swedish, Hungarian, Chinese, Danish, Japanese, Hebrew & Norwegian
Malta HOHO
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by City Sightseeing
- 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)
Malta HOHO
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.
South route (Red)
- First bus: 8:30am from stop#10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)
- Last bus: 1:30pm 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)
- 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
- First cruise: 10:30am from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
- Last cruise: 2:45pm from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
- Frequency: Every 2 hours
5D Audio-Visual Show
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- The entry ticket shall be valid for a one-time entry only, with no re-entry allowed.
- The show is not suitable for pregnant women and those with health conditions like high blood pressure, epilepsy, motion sickness, or heart, back, or neck issues.
Malta HOHO
- Most buses accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high.
- 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.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo (Save 5%): The Malta Experience Tickets + Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Harbor Cruise
from €49
€46.55
5% off
Take a history-packed trip with a docu-show on Malta's past & a guided tour of a centuries-old hospital.
- Take two experiences for less! Journey through centuries of Malta’s history at The Malta Experience and sightsee with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off pass.
- Experience Malta’s history in 17 languages with a 45-minute docu-film that brings 7,000 years of the island’s fascinating story to life.
- Enhance your experience with a guided tour of the Holy Infirmary, exploring the Knights of St John’s healthcare innovations and their hospital legacy.
- Hop on a 24/48-hour bus tour along 38+ stops like Sliema Ferries and Ghar Dalam Cave, with a multilingual audio guide that tells fun stories.
- Upgrade to enjoy a harbor cruise with live commentary, and savor stunning views of Valletta’s forts and the blue ocean waters.
Take a history-packed trip with a docu-show on Malta's past & a guided tour of a centuries-old hospital.
- Take two experiences for less! Journey through centuries of Malta’s history at The Malta Experience and sightsee with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off pass.
- Experience Malta’s history in 17 languages with a 45-minute docu-film that brings 7,000 years of the island’s fascinating story to life.
- Enhance your experience with a guided tour of the Holy Infirmary, exploring the Knights of St John’s healthcare innovations and their hospital legacy.
- Hop on a 24/48-hour bus tour along 38+ stops like Sliema Ferries and Ghar Dalam Cave, with a multilingual audio guide that tells fun stories.
- Upgrade to enjoy a harbor cruise with live commentary, and savor stunning views of Valletta’s forts and the blue ocean waters.
Inclusions
The Malta Experience
- Entry to The Malta Experience (near stop #19 on South & North route)
- 45-minute audio-visual show
- English-guided tour of the Holy Infirmary (based on option selected)
- Audio guides in English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Greek, Polish, Finnish, Swedish, Hungarian, Danish, Japanese, Hebrew & Maltese (at the show)
Malta HOHO
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by City Sightseeing
- 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)
Malta HOHO
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.
South route (Red)
- First bus: 8:30am from stop#10 (ITS Roundabout – Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout)
- Last bus: 1:30pm 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)
- 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
- First cruise: 10:30am from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
- Last cruise: 2:45pm from stop #17 (Sliema Ferries)
- Frequency: Every 2 hours
The Malta Experience
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Malta HOHO
- Most buses accommodate wheelchairs up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high.
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.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why choose a hop-on hop-off tour of Malta
Explore two islands, your way
Whether you plan on soaking up the golden-hued Mediterranean beaches in Malta or traveling along one of the world’s biggest diving locations, Gozo, these hop-on hop-off tours let you create your own itinerary. Their flexible schedules, numerous buses, and stops at all the must-see spots ensure you don’t miss anything in Malta or Gozo.
Big names and hidden gems
The name Malta comes from the Phoenician word maleth, meaning "safe haven"—and it truly lives up to its name! This tiny island is known for its 365 churches and seven stunning sea caves like the Blue Grotto. Don’t miss the ancient temples of Ggantija, golden-hour photo ops in Valletta, or a moment of serene stillness at Mosta Church.
Storytime on the go
Travel isn’t just about sightseeing; it’s also about sharing stories. With audio guides available in 13+ languages, including English, German, Italian, and Spanish, you’ll hear fascinating nuggets of information about the two cities. Bonus: free WiFi onboard so you can share these stories (and photos) with friends as you go.
Perfect for any schedule
Short on time? Get the 1-day pass and see all the highlights. Staying a little longer? Opt for the 48-hour pass to get into the nitty-gritty. Why not upgrade your ticket with a harbor cruise and explore Malta's Game of Thrones filming locations? Much of the first season was shot here, and Malta even served as the capital of the Seven Kingdoms!
Hop-on hop-off buses are a great choice for:
Families with kids
If you traveling with your little ones, you need to sign up for a hop-on hop-off bus tour. These buses eliminate the inconvenience of walking long distances or navigating public transport with strollers. Most of the tours include many family-friendly stops like museums, parks, and attractions that your kids will enjoy.
Travelers on a budget
Exploring cities on your own can get expensive, but hop-on hop-off buses offer great value for the price. While these tours typically don’t include attraction tickets, you get access to a fixed route that covers all of the must-sees in a city, guides (live and audio), and citywide transportation for at least 24 hours.
Eco-conscious travelers
Hop-on hop-off buses are a great way to go green without missing out on the intricacies of the city if you care about traveling responsibly. Instead of booking multiple taxis or renting a car, you can rely on a short, well-planned route that reduces emissions and keeps your carbon footprint in check.
Solo travelers
Traveling solo? Hop-on hop-off buses are kind of like having a travel buddy. They are safe, convenient, and flexible, and come with live and audio guides to keep you company and share some of the city’s stories with you. You just need to hop on, hop off, and explore as you please!
Malta Hop-on Hop-off bus routes:
South route: Red (Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday)
Ideal for: If you are a sucker for history and would like to stroll through the desert city of Valletta and its many historic monuments, including one of the oldest temples in history, Hagar Qim, this is the route for you.
Popular stops: Blue Grotto, Valletta City Centre, Siliema Ferries & Spinola Bay
Timings: 9:05am - 2:05pm
Frequency: 60 minutes
Stops: 18 stops
North route: Blue (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday)
Ideal for: If you opt for the cruise, you will need to take this route. Get ready to set sail on the North route, which not only includes stunning views of the sea but also some of the oldest forts in the city such as Fort Ricasoli, where the film Gladiator was mostly filmed.
Popular stops: Malta National Aquarium, Spinola Bay, Mosta Church & Ta’Qali Crafts Village
Timings: 8am - 2:30pm, 10:30am - 2:45pm (Harbor Cruise)
Frequency: 30-60 minutes, 2 hours (Harbor Cruise)
Stops: 30 stops
Gozo Hop-on Hop-off bus routes
Blue route
Ideal for: This route is designed to ensure that you get a glimpse of Gozo and everything it has to offer at a go! It includes monuments, the 5,500-year-old temples of Ggantija, and even a taste of the coastline with the infamous Ramla Bay, known for its red sand.
Popular stops: Nadur, Ggantija Temples, Marsalforn & Ramla Bay
Timings: 11:35am - 5:30pm
Frequency: 45 minutes
Stops: 6 stops
Purple route
Ideal for: This one is for all sea lovers – the Purple route fully focuses on the seaside charm of Gozo. Expect cliffs, hills, lots of sand, and beautiful sunsets, so keep your camera ready!
Popular stops: Mgarr, Ta’Pinu, Fontana Cottage & Xlendi
Timings: 9:45am - 3:45pm
Frequency: 45 minutes
Stops: 9 stops
Frequently asked questions about the Malta Hop-on Hop-off bus tours
Are the hop-on hop-off buses accessible for wheelchairs and strollers?
Yes! The buses are fully accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers, ensuring that all travelers can enjoy the sights comfortably.
Can I bring my pet on the bus?
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on both Gozo and Malta hop-on hop-off tours.
When are the buses operational?
The hop-on hop-off tours run all year round, except on December 25. Whether you're visiting in summer or winter, you'll be able to explore Malta and Gozo with ease.
What should I carry with me on the tour?
Make sure to bring comfortable clothing, sunscreen, and a hat, especially if you're visiting in the summer. If you're planning to visit religious sites, be sure to dress modestly. A camera is also a must to capture the stunning sights!
What's the weather like in Malta, and when is the best time to visit?
Malta enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The best time to visit is during the spring (April to June) or fall (September to November) for pleasant weather and fewer crowds. If you love the heat, summer is perfect, but be sure to pack light clothing and plenty of sunscreen!