Malmö Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Malmo which includes street scenes and a city
Gustav Adolf Square which includes a park as well as a couple
Oresund Bridge which includes general coastal views and a bridge
Gustav Adolf Square showing a city, heritage architecture and street scenes
Malmo Town Hall showing a bar, signage and heritage architecture

The City of Parks is known for its 17th-century architecture, art museums and the abundance of free concerts that take place across the city in summer.

Visit Malmo for its castles and museums, summer festivals, parks and beaches. Sweden’s third-largest city is situated on the southwest coast and is known as the City of Parks. It was established in the 13th century as part of the Danish crown, but became a part of Sweden in 1658.

Malmo’s streets are easy to navigate by foot. Alternatively, rent a bicycle and explore the city along 292 miles (470 kilometers) of bikeways. You’ll find major attractions within walking distance of the Old Town. Go to Stortorget, the city’s oldest public square, to see the 16th-century Town Hall. Find more historic architecture at Gustav Adolf’s Square. At Lilla Torg, sit at an outdoor café while admiring half-timbered houses that date back to the 1600s.

Parks are a large part of Malmo’s culture. These are best enjoyed in summer when the weather is warm and the city has sunlight for up to 17 hours a day. Take leisurely walks and picnic in the perennial gardens of central Kungsparken and Castle Park. Watch free concerts and visit a century-old water tower at Pildammsparken. Younger visitors can enjoy the petting zoo and amusement rides at Folkets Park. When the sun shines, head to Ribersborg Beach. This 1.5-mile (2.4-kilometer) beach is only a 25-minute walk from the city center.

Malmo places an important emphasis on cultural events, many of them free almost 500 open-air concerts and performing arts shows take place in parks and squares and along the waterfront. Don’t miss Sommarscen and the Malmo Festival, the city’s two biggest summer festivals.

Rent a car to visit areas outside of Malmo. Lund is situated only 20 minutes away and is the site of the Lund Cathedral School, established in 1085 and still active. Catch the train to Copenhagen and travel across the 10-mile (16-kilometer) Oresund Bridge.

Outdoor activities are plentiful in Malmo, but the city also entertains with indoor activities in the winter months when the weather is cold. Visit the Malmo Castle, a 15th-century fortress and the home of the Malmo Museum.

Where to stay in Malmö

Kungsparken showing a pond and a garden

Centrum

Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Malmo Town Hall and Stortorget while in the area.

Centrum
Malmo showing a park, a memorial and a statue or sculpture

Innerstaden

You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and cafes in Innerstaden. You might want to make time for a stop at Pildammsparken or Kronprinsen.

Innerstaden
Malmo which includes street scenes and a city

Malmo Old Town

Travellers come to Malmo Old Town for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lilla Torg and Stortorget while you're in town.

Malmo Old Town
Oresund Bridge which includes general coastal views and a suspension bridge or treetop walkway

Vaster

Unique features of Vaster include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Emporia or Malmo Arena while you're exploring the area.

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Limhamn

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Limhamn. You might want to make time for a stop at Sibbarps Kallbadhus or Sibbarps Beach.

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Vastra Hamnen

Vastra Hamnen is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like HSB Turning Torso and Stapelbäddsparken Skatepark.

Vastra Hamnen
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