Malmo Attractions

Attractions and Things to do in Malmo

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Assuming you've already seen the Oresund Bridge and the Turning Torso building, then you'll be keen to explore everything else that Malmo has to offer.

West of the old city core, there’s Malmohus Castle which is worth a look. It was built in 1437 by Erik of Pomerania, and in the 1500s the kings of Denmark used to live there. Much later it was used as a prison and today it houses a history museum, art museum, aquarium, and terrarium.

South of the centre lies Mollevångstorget Square which has a busy open-air market on weekends. The surrounding neighbourhood is full of cheap Asian and Middle Eastern shops, restaurants and grocery stores. It’s the alternative side of the city, a perfect place for people who are tired of mainstream tourist attractions.

Gamla Vaster (Gamla Vaster) west of Lilla Torg square, is a quarter of the city with very low houses and brick buildings in all the colors of the rainbow! Some of the fantastic little buildings which are found there also house cafes and shops.

Folkets Park (People's Park) is a popular amusement park in the city offering families rides and idyllic park atmosphere from April-September. You can also find a mini-zoo, play areas, rides, and even a flea market.

St Peter's Church (St Petri Kyrka) is certainly worth a visit if you’re into authentic renaissance architecture. Located behind Stortorget Square, the church is the city’s oldest surviving building (it was built in the 14th century).

Malmöhus Castle is Sweden's oldest renaissance castle, and has been rennovated such that it now contains four museums: the Malmo City Museum, Natural History Museum, Konstmuseet (art museum), and Aquarium & Tropicarium. If you’ve got the Malmo card, then admission is free.