Valletta: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Harbour Cruise 24hr Pass

One ticket covers the buses, the water, and the whole day in Valletta

You get a full day of transport across Valletta on two separate bus routes, a harbour cruise with live narration around the Grand Harbour and Three Cities, and WiFi on the buses. The 24-hour window lets you move at your own pace, and the cruise can be used anytime within three days, so you're not forced to do everything in one go. Activate the pass and you're set.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Valletta by bus and boat

• Use Hop-On Hop-Off North Bus
• Use Hop-On Hop-Off South Bus
• Take luxury catamaran harbour cruise

The Experience

The catamaran's horn cuts through the morning air as it pulls away from the dock, and you're watching the limestone walls of Valletta rise up from the water while the guide's voice comes through the speakers, naming the fortifications and the stories behind them. This is the harbour cruise part of your 24-hour pass — a full loop around the Grand Harbour and across to the Three Cities, all with live commentary, and you don't have to book it separately or figure out timing. It's included, and you can use it anytime within three days of activating your pass.

The real flexibility kicks in once you're back on land. The North and South bus routes run all day, and you can hop on and off as many times as you want for those 24 hours. The North Line (blue) takes you through the upper parts of Valletta and the surrounding towns; the South Line (red) covers the lower routes and different neighborhoods. Both buses are air-conditioned, which matters in Malta's heat, and they have WiFi on board so you're not burning through your phone data while you're checking what's at the next stop. You're not locked into a schedule or a guide's pace — you get off when something catches your eye, spend as long as you want, and catch the next bus when you're ready to move on.

The catamaran itself is a full-size luxury vessel, not a small tourist boat, and the commentary is live, not a recording, so you're getting actual information about what you're seeing rather than a generic script. If you want to add the Esplora Science Museum during your day, there's an optional stop for that, though entry isn't included in the pass price — you'd pay separately if you decide to go in. Everything else — the buses, the cruise, the WiFi — is baked into one ticket, which is why this combination deal works better than buying them piece by piece.

What’s included

• Unlimited hop-on hop-off travel on the North (Blue) and South (Red) bus routes for 24 hours.
• harbour cruise around the Grand Harbour, Valletta, and the Three Cities with live commentary (usable within 3 days of pass activation).
• WiFi on all buses.
• optional stop at Esplora Science Museum during the cruise (entrance fee separate).

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?This pass is built for anyone who wants to see Valletta and the harbour without planning each leg separately or paying for transport and a cruise as two separate bookings. The 24-hour window and optional 3-day cruise window mean you're not rushed, and the fixed price covers everything except museum entry.

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Top questions

Can I use the bus pass and harbour cruise on different days?

Yes. The bus routes work for 24 consecutive hours from activation, but the harbour cruise can be used anytime within 3 days of when you activate the pass, so you can split them up if you prefer.

Are the buses air-conditioned?

Yes, all buses on both the North and South routes are fully air-conditioned.

Is the harbour cruise narrated?

Yes, it includes live commentary as you travel around the Grand Harbour, Valletta, and the Three Cities.

What happens if I want to visit Esplora Science Museum?

There's an optional stop at Esplora during the harbour cruise, but entrance fees are not included in the pass. You'd pay separately if you choose to go in.

Is WiFi included on the buses?

Yes, WiFi is included on all hop-on hop-off buses.

Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair?

Yes. The buses and catamaran are wheelchair accessible, and strollers are permitted. All areas and surfaces are accessible.

How often do the buses run?

The reference content doesn't specify exact frequency, but both North and South routes operate throughout the day within your 24-hour window.