Malmo Old Town Travel Guide

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Stortorget - Historic market square in Malmö. The Stortorget created in 1540 is with 2,500 square meters the largest and also the oldest square in Malmö. Originally it was the largest market square in Northern Europe and is now willingly and often used for big events, such as during the Malmö festival. #Malmo #square #OnTheRoad
Stortorget - Historic market square in Malmö. The Stortorget created in 1540 is with 2,500 square meters the largest and also the oldest square in Malmö. Originally it was the largest market square in Northern Europe and is now willingly and often used for big events, such as during the Malmö festival. #Malmo #square #OnTheRoad
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Popular places to visit

Lilla Torg showing a square or plaza, a city and café scenes

Lilla Torg

Come to this 16th-century Old Town square to enjoy one of Malmo’s liveliest nightlife districts and watch free concerts.

Lilla Torg
Stortorget - Historic market square in Malmö. The Stortorget created in 1540 is with 2,500 square meters the largest and also the oldest square in Malmö. Originally it was the largest market square in Northern Europe and is now willingly and often used for big events, such as during the Malmö festival. #Malmo #square #OnTheRoad

Stortorget

Visit Malmo’s oldest public square to explore the city’s historical center and enjoy the free cultural events of the Malmo Festival.

Stortorget
Gustav Adolf Square which includes a park as well as a couple

Gustav Adolf Square

This 19th-century square is a place of historic architecture and cultural events, with Renaissance-style houses, Christmas markets and the Malmo Festival.

Gustav Adolf Square
Malmo Town Hall which includes an administrative building and heritage architecture

Malmo Town Hall

Admire architectural styles from the 16th to 19th centuries, dine in style and listen to live music at the main building of Stortorget.

Malmo Town Hall
Malmo Castle which includes interior views and château or palace

Malmö Castle

This 15th-century fortress is a former Danish stronghold and the home of museums dedicated to natural and cultural history.

Malmö Castle
A new concert, convesion hall and hotell in Malmö City

Malmö Live

Get tickets for a show at Malmö Live, a popular theatre in Malmö. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Malmö Live

Things to do

Malmö: City Bike Rental

Malmö: City Bike Rental

£20
per adult
Malmö: City Bike Rental
Casu Marzu, maggot cheese from Sardinia.

Skip the Line: Disgusting Food Museum Entrance Ticket

£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Disgusting Food Museum Entrance Ticket
Malmo Bike Rental

Malmo Bike Rental

£19
per adult
Malmo Bike Rental
Discover Malmö's Charm: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover Malmö's Charm: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

£9
per traveller
Discover Malmö's Charm: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Malmö & Lund Tour, Crossing the Øresund Bridge to Sweden

Malmö & Lund Tour, Crossing the Øresund Bridge to Sweden

£81
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Malmö & Lund Tour, Crossing the Øresund Bridge to Sweden
Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö

Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö

£65
per adult
Self-guided Food Tour in Malmö
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Top hotels in Malmo Old Town

MJ's

MJ's

3.5 out of 5
Master Johansgatan 13 Malmö
Stay at this hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,498 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

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Clarion Hotel Malmö Live

Clarion Hotel Malmö Live

4 out of 5
Dag Hammarskjolds torg 2 Malmö
The price is £91 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£91
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
Moment Hotels

Moment Hotels

3 out of 5
Norra Vallgatan 54 Malmö
The price is £60 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
£60
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,204 reviews)
The staff were extremely helpful and friendly The breakfast was delicious and healthy

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

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Radisson Blu Hotel, Malmö

Radisson Blu Hotel, Malmö

4.5 out of 5
Oestergatan 10 Malmö
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £74 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
£74
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Radisson Blu Hotel, Malmö
ProfilHotels Garden

ProfilHotels Garden

3.5 out of 5
Baltzarsgatan, 20 Malmö Skåne County
Stay at this hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
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Scandic Kramer

Scandic Kramer

4 out of 5
Stortorget 7 Malmö
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £64 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
£64
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Scandic Kramer
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Other neighbourhoods around Malmo Old Town

Traditional wooden windmill on hilltop in Castle Park

Davidshall

Though Davidshall may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Malmo Opera House and Gustav Adolf Square.

Davidshall
Rose garden

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
The Turning Torso. Malmö Sweden

Vastra Hamnen

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

Vastra Hamnen
Kungsparken showing a pond and a garden

Centrum

4.5/5(98 area reviews)

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
Folkets Park which includes a fountain and a park

Mollevangen

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Mollevangen. You might want to make time for a stop at Mollevang Square or Folkets Park.

Mollevangen
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Sodervarn

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Sodervarn. You might consider stopping by Södra Förstadsgatan while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Sodervarn

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