Malmö
All roads in the gorgeous southern province of Skåne lead to Malmö, Sweden. The perfect blend of old-world charm and ultra-modern cosmopolitan vibes, this seaside city offers something for everyone.
The boardwalk in Västra hamnen, Malmö
Västra hamnen is an innovative and sustainably built area of Malmö, with lots of inviting features such as the boardwalk along the sea.
Photo: Carolina Romare
Welcome to Malmö
Skateboarder Sarah Meurle takes us around the city of Malmö.
Lilla torg Malmö
The square Lilla torg, in the neighbourhood Gamla Väster in Malmö.
Photo: Apelöga
Form/Design Center in Malmö
Form/Design Center in Malmö.
Photo: Johan Kalén
Form/Design Center in Malmö
Photo: Johan Kalén
Museum
Photo: Miriam Preis/imagebank.sweden.se
Turning Torso
Turning Torso in Malmö is a neo-futurist residential skyscraper – and was until September 2022 the tallest building in Scandinavia.
Photo: Highshot
Practical information before your trip to Malmö
Things to do in Malmö
Malmö is a small, friendly city with a good choice of cultural attractions, including the new Moderna Museet Malmö. Look out for Malmö’s many quality restaurants and bistros and great cafés. And the shopping isn’t bad either, especially if you’re looking for Swedish design-ware and hip, new Swedish fashion labels. Things to do in Malmö
“Malmö is pushing the boundaries of Swedish design”
Jenny Ekdahl is the industrial designer who, through her own Studio Stoft, has been part of transforming Malmö to an obvious design destination. This is her guide to Malmö’s thriving design scene.
Slottsträdgården, Malmö
Slottsträdgården in Malmö, Skåne, consists of several different gardens and a popular café.
Photo: Helena Bergqvist
Slottsträdgården, Malmö
Photo: Helena Bergqvist
Evening in Pildammsparken, Malmö
Photo: Linnea Svensson Arbab/Malmö Turism
Greenery around a pond in Pildammsparken, Skåne
Photo: Birdview.se
Folkets park in Malmö
Photo: Apelöga/Malmö Turism
Flavours of the world
The culturally diverse makeup of the city means the international food scene in Malmö is top notch. Head to Pink Head Headquarters for a modern take on traditional Asian cuisine. Or, go on the hunt for Malmö’s best falafel, testing local favourites like Värnhems Falafel and The Orient House of Falafel No 1.
If you’re more interested in sampling local delicacies, Lyran won’t disappoint. Chefs expertly combine ingredients from local farmers, fishermen and hunters to create their daily 4-course menu that changes based on available fresh ingredients.
You can sip a local craft brew accompanied by some American-style BBQ at Malmö Brewing Company or indulge in Michelin-star creations at Vollmers.
Whatever your tastes, Malmö has a culinary experience for you. And for the more daring foodies, a visit to the Disgusting Food Museum will test your limits and expand your palate in ways you never thought possible.
Vollmers in Malmö
Vollmers restaurant, set in a 19th century townhouse.
Photo: Restaurant Vollmers
Vollmers in Malmö
Photo: Restaurant Vollmers
Vegetarian curry at Vollmers
Photo: Restaurant Vollmers