Embassy of Italy in Valletta, Malta; address Vilhena Street 5, Il-Furjana; phone +35622489800.
Italy is an appealing destination for Maltese visitors due to its rich history, culture, and iconic cities like Rome, Venice, and Florence. With around 200,000 Maltese traveling abroad annually, a portion is likely to choose Italy for its diverse attractions.
Italy is generally safe for tourists, but it has some safety concerns compared to Malta. According to safety rankings, Italy is 34th out of 40 countries for walking alone at night, while Malta ranks 26th. In terms of the Global Peace Index, Italy is 33rd among 160 countries, but there is no available data for Malta. Murder rates are relatively low in both countries, with Malta at 0.4 per 100,000 people and Italy at 0.5. However, Italy faces more challenges with organized crime, as indicated by the Global Organized Crime Index, where Italy scores significantly higher (9.0) for mafia presence compared to Malta (1.5). While tourists can enjoy their time in Italy, it is advisable to remain vigilant, especially in urban areas, and to be aware of the local safety conditions.