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St Pauls Bay Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours
4.2(442)
Combo (Save 11%): Malta National Aquarium Tickets + Malta Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Harbor Cruise
from €41.90
€37.44
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4.2/5
(442)
Moris
Jun 2025Verified booking
4/5
It was a comprehensive tour along the north route on the island of Malta.
I wasn't sure whether to do it or not, but it was 100% worth it. Get ready for a long trip (over 3 hours and à half, without hopping off...).
I would recommend to do the first 2-3 days upon arrival to have a good overview.
Lars
Mar 2025Verified Partner Review
5/5
Took the hop-on hop-off bus with my wife last March. Honestly, I was a bit skeptical but turned out to be a SUPER easy way to get around Malta. We spent most of the day jumping off at random stops (Mdina was my fave, btw). The drivers were friendly and let us know when we were about to miss our stop (oops). Commentary was a bit cheesy but learned a few things. Only downside—some of the headphones didn’t work, but we just swapped seats. Weather was perfect for sitting up top! Would totally do it again.
Hiro
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
4/5
Did this with my partner. The buses were mostly on time, except in Valletta where we waited like 25 mins. Otherwise, really handy way to get from A to B. The commentary made us laugh—lots of random facts about knights and pirates. Not all stops are marked well, so keep your map handy.
The perfect combo ticket for marine lovers + flexible island hopping with ease!
- Get this super-saver combo and visit top attractions in Malta with a hop-on hop-off bus pass, and gain entry to the Malta National Aquarium.
- As buses arrive every 30 to 60 minutes, visit up to 38 sights, like the Blue Grotto & San Anton Gardens, with a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass.
- Tune in to an audio guide available in 13 languages, take in panoramic views, and upgrade for a scenic harbor cruise to some nearby islands.
- Say hello to 250+ marine species at the Aquarium, including sharks, seahorses, reptiles & amphibians living in habitats inspired by their natural homes.
- Wander through themed zones like Valletta Harbor’s shipwreck life and Roman Times’ aquaculture, plus a reptile vivarium packed with unique creatures.
The perfect combo ticket for marine lovers + flexible island hopping with ease!
- Get this super-saver combo and visit top attractions in Malta with a hop-on hop-off bus pass, and gain entry to the Malta National Aquarium.
- As buses arrive every 30 to 60 minutes, visit up to 38 sights, like the Blue Grotto & San Anton Gardens, with a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass.
- Tune in to an audio guide available in 13 languages, take in panoramic views, and upgrade for a scenic harbor cruise to some nearby islands.
- Say hello to 250+ marine species at the Aquarium, including sharks, seahorses, reptiles & amphibians living in habitats inspired by their natural homes.
- Wander through themed zones like Valletta Harbor’s shipwreck life and Roman Times’ aquaculture, plus a reptile vivarium packed with unique creatures.
Inclusions
Malta Hop-on Hop-off
- 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Access to North & South 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, and Maltese (on the bus)
- Free Wi-Fi (on the bus)
Matla National Aquarium
- Entry to Malta National Aquarium (Stop 6 on North Route)
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.
North Route (Purple Route)
Soak up Malta’s sun, shoreline, and top attractions as you cruise down the North Route on this open-top bus tour.
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)
Want to dive into the natural gems and ancient history of this island? Then spend your day exploring attractions along the South 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
Hop on this cruise and sail towards Manoel Island and explore the village of Kalkara, popular as the filming location for Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
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
Malta Hop-on Hop-off
- The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Each bus can only accommodate one wheelchair at a time.
- Wheelchairs cannot be larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high. If your wheelchair exceeds these measurements, contact the operator, who will assist you.
- You do not have to use your 2-day pass over 2 consecutive days. Once the ticket is scanned and you have spent 1 day sightseeing with the pass, you have five extra days within which you can use the next 1 day.
- Please note that you must make use of your Harbor Cruise within 3 days from when you first scan your bus pass.
Malta National Aquarium
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Buggies are available on request.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience. However, your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Le
Jul 2025Verified booking
I've just returned from a stay in Malta, and I'm still amazed by everything this archipelago has to offer. Between history, beaches, culture and gastronomy, Malta is a complete destination that fulfilled all my expectations! As soon as I arrived in Valletta, I was struck by the city's unique atmosphere. Its baroque architecture, cobbled streets and breathtaking views over the Mediterranean make the capital a veritable open-air museum. Don't miss the Three Cities and Upper Barrakka Gardens for a spectacular view of the Grand Port. I also loved the excursion to Mdina, the ancient capital nicknamed "the city of silence": a magical place, steeped in history, perfect for a quiet stroll. On the seaside, the beaches and coves of Comino (especially the Blue Lagoon) and Gozo are breathtaking. Turquoise waters, swimming, snorkeling... a true paradise! Gozo in particular is worth a visit for its more rural and authentic atmosphere. Maltese cuisine was a pleasant surprise: from pastizzi and rabbit dishes to fresh seafood and local wines, my taste buds were delighted. Last but not least, I found the Maltese very welcoming and warm, always ready to help or share an anecdote about their island.
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Moris
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was a comprehensive tour along the north route on the island of Malta. I wasn't sure whether to do it or not, but it was 100% worth it. Get ready for a long trip (over 3 hours and à half, without hopping off...). I would recommend to do the first 2-3 days upon arrival to have a good overview.
Alexandra-Eliza
Aug 2025Verified booking
Malta was beautiful...........
Manca
Jul 2025Verified booking
The shows at the Popeye village were great!
KONSTANTINOS
Jun 2025Verified booking
the hop-on hop-off bus was running very fast so it was unpleasant to see the view,also make us feel sickness .
Aleksandra
Jun 2025Verified booking
Too long distance for a Hop on Hop off / not enough buses (frequently) / only one direction of the buses
Miroslaw
Aug 2025Verified booking
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Bruno
Jul 2025Verified booking
That were 2 different buslines that come only every hour. Not as in big cities like Rome and Athens, where you can hop on and hop off regularly They do not come nearby important acheologic sites like hypogeum or Taxien. Instead, they stop at big hotels that have only importance as you stay there.
Daniela
Jun 2025Verified booking
Too long, no connection, 3.5 hours of not hearing anything, too full and for the price! An imposition!
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Marcin
May 2025Verified booking
The Polish ersion of the audio guide is unfortunately unprofessional. Both the text and the narrator who reads the text, who is confused every now and then. In addition, the text is often read at the wrong time - it tells about something we can't see at the time... Unfortunately, the buses were not always on schedule due to traffic jams. I missed information about the real time of arrival of the bus at the stops - maybe it would be possible to do this in the app? It would make planning a tour easier for tourists.
Hiro
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
Did this with my partner. The buses were mostly on time, except in Valletta where we waited like 25 mins. Otherwise, really handy way to get from A to B. The commentary made us laugh—lots of random facts about knights and pirates. Not all stops are marked well, so keep your map handy.
Sofie
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
Honestly, such an easy way to see Malta without any planning. The drivers were joking with us and the weather was AMAZING. Would do again!
Lina
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
We had a great day out with the hop-on hop-off. The sun was shining and we took a million pics from the open deck. The staff are super friendly. Don’t forget sunscreen!
Mirko
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
Took the bus with friends and had a great time. The top deck is the place to be if it’s sunny. Audio guide could be improved but overall a fun way to see Malta.
Julie
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
Did the bus tour solo and loved it. Weather was perfect and the staff were helpful. The map is kinda basic, so keep your phone handy.
Luca
Apr 2025Verified Partner Review
My girlfriend and I used this to see the Blue Grotto and Mdina. Super handy, but we had to wait 20 mins for the return bus at one stop. Bring a book just in case.