Double-decker buses were only introduced to Malta in 2006. Since then, these buses have become an important part of the tourism industry. Multilingual, narrated tours are available of the north side of Malta, the south side and night tours. Others provide visits to and around Gozo and Comino, Malta's smaller islands. Prices vary depending on the length of the tour. Be sure to check available days as Sundays generally have limited service.
More adventuresome travelers may delight in learning to navigate Malta's public buses. Cheaper and more regularly available, public buses travel the entire large island of Malta. Routes can be complicated, but armed with a bus map and guidebook, public buses provide access into Maltese life as well as the nation's attractions.
The Malta International Airport provides connections to most of Europe. Buses connect the airport to the larger cities, and some hotels provide shuttle service. Boat ferries connect the island to Sicily as well.
