The Tallinja app is essential for Malta's bus network. Download it before you travel because you can plan routes offline once you've loaded the data.

Real-time bus tracking actually works most of the time, unlike many European cities. You can buy tickets through the app or get physical cards at the terminal. Much easier than trying to figure out routes on arrival.

Data connection isn't always reliable around Malta so having the offline functionality saves you when you're stuck at a random bus stop trying to get back to Valletta.