

Comparison
Bucharest or Malta (St Julian’s)? Which to choose for a group trip
Bucharest or Malta (St Julian’s): budget, best time and vibe side by side, to decide with your group where to go.
| Bucharest | Malta (St Julian’s) | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania | 🇲🇹 Malta |
| Budget | €€€budget.1 | €€€budget.2 |
| Best time | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | May–Oct |
| Vibe | NightlifeCulture | NightlifeRelax |
Which one?
- Pick Bucharest if your group is after art and culture and want to spend less. The best time to go is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct.
- Pick Malta (St Julian’s) if your group is after relaxing. The best time to go is May–Oct.
Still split? Put both in a trip on Roamie: everyone gives their points and, if needed, the wheel decides.

Bucharest
Romania
The old town fills with bars every night, and Therme, just outside the city, is one of the largest spas in Europe: party at night, unwind by day.
- Best time
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Budget
- €€€budget.1
NightlifeCultureFrom the guide Bachelor and bachelorette parties: 6 destinations to celebrate as a group

Malta (St Julian’s)
Malta
Paceville packs the island’s nightlife into a few streets; by day there are coves, boat trips to Comino and Valletta. English is spoken everywhere and sunshine is almost guaranteed.
- Best time
- May–Oct
- Budget
- €€€budget.2
NightlifeRelaxFrom the guide Bachelor and bachelorette parties: 6 destinations to celebrate as a group
General, indicative information: seasons, prices and conditions change, so always check before you go.