Malmö, Sweden

Malmö

Sweden's third city, linked to Copenhagen by the Øresund Bridge.

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  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Malmö

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the old town squares, Lilla Torg and Malmöhus castle with its park.
  2. AfternoonSee the Turning Torso, then swim at Ribersborg beach and its old cold-bath house with saunas.
  3. EveningHave dinner at the Saluhallen food hall in the Western Harbour.

Day 2

Cross the bridge to Copenhagen, or visit Lund, 10 minutes by train.

What to eat

Falafel, a Malmö favourite, and spettekaka, a tall meringue cake.

Local tips

Make the most of Malmö

Beat the crowds

Malmö is relaxed. The beach is busy on sunny summer days.

Best photo spot

The Turning Torso skyscraper and the Øresund Bridge from Ribersborg beach.

Getting there

Trains from Copenhagen cross the bridge in about 35 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

Lund, a university town 15 minutes away.

Good to know

Take a sauna and a cold dip at the open-air bathhouse by the beach.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Malmö

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Plan your visit

Getting to Malmö

Getting there

  • Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH)20 km away
  • Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX)25 km away
  • Lund16 km away
  • Copenhagen30 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forFood, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySweden

Questions

Malmö: good to know

Is Malmö worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like food and the coast. Sweden's third city, linked to Copenhagen by the Øresund Bridge.

How many days do you need in Malmö?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Malmö?

You can visit all year. Malmö is relaxed. The beach is busy on sunny summer days.

How do you get to Malmö?

The nearest airport is Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH), about 20 km away. Trains from Copenhagen cross the bridge in about 35 minutes.

What is there to see near Malmö?

Nearby hidden places include Lund (16 km), Copenhagen (28 km) and Ystad (55 km).

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