Valletta Cruise Port
Valletta, Malta · Mediterranean
Cruise ships dock at Pinto Wharf — Main Cruise Quay, Valletta.
Compact cruise port at the foot of the walled city — ideal for independent travel.
At a glance
Port summary
Valletta Cruise Port sits at Pinto Wharf along the Valletta Waterfront in the Grand Harbour. The walled UNESCO city is directly above: passengers can take the Barrakka Lift (€1) up to Upper Barrakka Gardens or walk up the steps in 10 minutes. Cards are accepted everywhere and English is widely spoken. The compact distances make Valletta one of the easiest ports for shore-day independence; even Mdina, Marsaxlokk and the Blue Grotto are within 30-minute taxi or bus rides.
Cruise docks
🚢 Pinto Wharf — Main Cruise Quay
The primary cruise berth along the restored Valletta Waterfront. Most ships dock here. Walk-off straight onto the Waterfront and up to Valletta via the Barrakka Lift.
📍 Latitude: 35.88967, Longitude: 14.508899
See dock on port map →🚢 Boiler Wharf — Secondary Cruise Quay
Secondary cruise quay along the Waterfront just north of Pinto Wharf. Used when Pinto is occupied. Same walk-off access to the city.
📍 Latitude: 35.8925, Longitude: 14.512
See dock on port map →🚢 Deep Water Quay — Larger Ships
Used by some larger cruise ships at the southern end of the Grand Harbour. Slightly further from the Barrakka Lift — most ships run a short shuttle to the Waterfront when berthing here.
📍 Latitude: 35.8863, Longitude: 14.5125
See dock on port map →Getting to Valletta
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Cards work nearly everywhere; carry €20-30 small cash for buses, ferries and kiosks.
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Plan my port days →Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Valletta?
- Your ship docks directly at the Valletta cruise terminal in Malta.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Valletta?
- Yes. Valletta is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Valletta centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Local bus, Taxi, Hop-on Hop-off, Ferry, Shuttle bus. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Valletta?
- Plan for at least 4 hours ashore to see Valletta independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Valletta and are cards accepted?
- Valletta uses the Euro. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Free Wi-Fi is available at the Valletta cruise terminal.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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