Save big with this combo! Secure your entry to the Malta National Aquarium and get hop-on-hop-off passes for a tour around the island, exploring spots like Golden Bay, Blue Grotto, and more.

Malta Hop-on Hop-off

Discover the best of Malta on this 1/2-day hop-on hop-off tour through the city’s highlights. Jump on the South Route and discover the eclectic heart of this island by stopping at Marsaxlokk Fishing Village, the Blue Grotto, and the Vittoriosa Waterfront. The North Route gives you the sands of Golden Bay, Mosta Church’s WWII story, and Qawra’s coastal charm. You can also take a cruise to discover Malta’s past at Fort Manoel, the eerie Lazzaretto, and Fort Ricasoli, famous from Gladiator and Game of Thrones.

North Route (Purple Route) 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 minutes

• Popular stops: Malta National Aquarium, San Anton Gardens, Ta' Qali Crafts Village

South Route (Red Route) Schedule

• First bus: 8:30am from Stop 1 (ITS Roundabout (Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout))

• Last bus: 1:30pm from Stop 1 (ITS Roundabout (Radisson & Corinthia Hotels Roundabout))

• Frequency: Every 60 minutes

• Popular stops: Ghar Dalam Cave, Blue Grotto, Hagar Qim & Mnajdra Temples

Harbor Cruise Schedule

• Sliema Ferries - Departures

Timings: 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:45pm

• Sliema Ferries - Arrivals

Timings: 12pm, 2pm, 4:15pm

• Esplora, Kalkara - Departure/Arrivals

Timings: 11:40am, 1:30pm, 3:55pm

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

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

Malta National Aquarium

Hop off at Stop 6 on the North (Purple) Route and head to the Malta National Aquarium. Dive into a world of rich marine life and spot black-tip sharks, rays, eels in a giant tunnel, the vibrant Tropical Oceans zone, and Roman wrecks. The Valletta Harbor zone reveals sunken secrets of the island, while the Reptile & Amphibian Area showcases creepy crawlies like tarantulas and dart frogs. Don’t miss the feeding frenzy at 1 pm and 4 pm when the sharks get hangry! The aquarium is a cool mix of nature, history, and creepy crawlies that’ll make your jaw drop.