Malmo Old Town Travel Guide

Malmö

Malmo which includes street scenes and a city
Malmo Castle featuring château or palace and interior views
Malmo Castle showing château or palace, a bridge and heritage architecture
Malmo Old Town
Kungsparken showing a pond and a garden

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

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 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
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
Castle Park showing a garden

Castle Park

Come to this century-old park for a summer picnic, a trip to the city library or simply to let your children explore an adventure playground.

Castle Park

Things to do

Malmö & Lund Tour, Crossing the Øresund Bridge to Sweden

Malmö & Lund Tour, Crossing the Øresund Bridge to Sweden

£93
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Malmö & Lund Tour, Crossing the Øresund Bridge to Sweden
Rundan - Canal Tour of Malmö

Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö

£18
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö
Food Tour Malmo

Guided Food Tour in Malmö (Private)

£95
per adult
Guided Food Tour in Malmö (Private)
Malmö: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour

Malmö: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour

£52
per adult
Malmö: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour
Malmo Bike Rental

Malmo Bike Rental

£19
per adult
Malmo Bike Rental
The Headless Horseman in Malmö: A self-guided walking tour game

The Headless Horseman in Malmö: A self-guided walking tour game

£6
per adult
The Headless Horseman in Malmö: A self-guided walking tour game
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Top hotels in Malmo Old Town

Clarion Hotel Malmö Live

Clarion Hotel Malmö Live

4 out of 5
Dag Hammarskjolds torg 2, Malmö
The price is £95 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£95
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
Moment Hotels

Moment Hotels

3 out of 5
Norra Vallgatan 54, Malmö
The price is £64 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£64
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Moment Hotels
MJ's

MJ's

3.5 out of 5
Master Johansgatan 13, Malmö
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,222 reviews)
"This was a very cool property with nice people. The rooms were comfortable, but dated. I didn't mind, but it was a different feel than other facilities. The restaurant and bar area are very nice and stunningly decorated. The location is literally in the center of everything...could not be ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

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ProfilHotels Garden

ProfilHotels Garden

3.5 out of 5
Baltzarsgatan, 20, Malmö, Skåne County
The price is £60 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£60
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,481 reviews)
Great central hotel in beautiful Malmö
"We loved our stay at this hotel and the surrounding area of Malmö. We had a really welcoming greeting as soon as we arrived with the receptionist offering several recommendations where to visit. With a 10 minute walk to the centre, train and bus station the location was great. The bedroom was comfortable ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

ProfilHotels Garden
Mayfair Hotel Tunneln

Mayfair Hotel Tunneln

3 out of 5
Adelgatan 4, Malmö
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £78 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£78
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Malmö. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,514 reviews)
"Loved this hotel and the helpful staff gave great suggestions of things to do. Secure parking available. Very good breakfast. Perfect location."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Mayfair Hotel Tunneln
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

2 out of 5
Borgergade 9, Copenhagen
The price is £95 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£95
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,334 reviews)
"My only negative comment was that there was noise coming from the hotel in the back of the Wakeup Hotel and thus had to wear ear plug to sleep.. nothing due to the hotel itself or that the hotel could do much about!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
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Other neighbourhoods around Malmo Old Town

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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
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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 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
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
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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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