Malmo

Festivals, food and play at Malmo

The third biggest city of Sweden belongs to the region of Scania. It used to be part of Denmark until the 17th century, as one of the country’s biggest and busiest cities. Recently it attracted interest because of the Oresund Bridge that connects Scandinavia to the mainland Europe. This is a diverse city as Malmo’s residents come from 150 different countries. If you are a food lover and want to experience Swedish kitchen, visit Malmo in August, where the Malmöfestivalen takes place. Book ferry tickets to Malmo with Let’s Ferry.

Bridge in Malmo

Attractions in Malmo
• Τhe Malmöhus is the Castle of Malmo which was a citadel from 1434. During the 19th century it served as a prison.
• In the Castle there are many museums like the Malmo Museum of Art, the City Museum and the Natural History Museum. There is also a small aquarium in the area.
• The Moderna Museet (The Museum of Modernism) is a branch of the Moderna Museet of Stockholm. See pieces of contemporary art with free entrance.
• The Sankt Petri Kyrka (St. Peter’s Cathedral) was built in the 14th century and is the oldest church in Malmo.
• The Stortorget is the city’s main square and a famous meeting point. Enjoy your meal at a terrace restaurant with views to the Malmo Radhus (City Hall) and the statue of King Karl X Gustav.

Beaches in Malmo
• The Ribersborgsstranden is sandy with shallow waters. The seafront dock has a view to Turning Torso, the city’s famous skyscraper. At the beach you can find showers, an open-air gym and a café.
• Lomma is 16 km away from the port. It’s a long sandy beach and on windy days, it turns into a perfect kitesurfing spot.
• The Klagshamnsstranden is sandy, with toilets, trees for natural shade and a free parking area. It’s25 km from the port.

Activities in Malmo
• Rent a sea bike or a boat to explore the city through its canals.
• Spend a few hours at the Folkets Park (People’s Park).It’s a green area 8 km from the port where you can find a playground, a skateboard field, open air venues for concerts and plays, restaurants and cafes.
• Practice your trampoline skills at the Jump Trampoline Park. It’s 12 km from the port.

Access to Malmo: You can reach the port by bus, car, train, subway, plane or ferry. Malmo’s airport is 32 km away from the port.

Only in Malmo: Visit the unique Disgusting Food Museum, where you can learn about the odd eating habits of 80 countries. The official currency is the Swedish krona.