Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Valletta, Malta's Eccentric Capital

Valletta, Malta's Unique Capital

Valletta, one of the favorites in this year's Readers' Choice Awards, is a city like no other. Our editors have independently selected the best products and listings, but we may receive compensation from retailers or purchases made through these links.

Our annual Readers' Choice Awards have announced their winners, and we've analyzed the results to understand what resonates with readers. This snapshot of the current travel moment will guide your next adventure. You can view the complete list of winners here.

Valletta is an eccentric—a rambling, shabby-chic jumble of cultures and influences; a sun-blessed Mediterranean stepping stone that wears its history on its sleeve and has the uncanny ability to time-travel visitors back to earlier epochs.

Author's summary: Discover Valletta's unique charm.

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