Malmö, Sweden

Malmö, Sweden

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Malmö Sweden

Malmo is the third largest city in Sweden by population. Previously a secluded city at the southernmost point of Sweden, Malmo is rapidly evolving into a significant multicultural hub. The completion of the Oresund Bridge in 2000, which connects Sweden to Denmark, has made Malmo just a 30-minute car or train journey from the heart of Copenhagen. With its canals, beaches, and historical landmarks, Malmo is an excellent destination for tourists. The city is compact enough that most major attractions are within walking distance. The historical city center around the Main Square, Stortorget, presents a fascinating blend of old and new structures, which are best explored on foot. To the west of Stortorget's main square is the old town, Gamla Staden. This charming area is filled with bars, restaurants, and some very beautiful old houses. Some of these include the famous and adorable single-story houses that seem barely large enough to accommodate a single fisherman. Sankt Petri Kyrka, or St. Peter's Church, is hidden behind Stortorget, on Goran Olsgatan. This red-brick church is Malmo's oldest building and a representation of Baltic Brick Gothic from the 14th century. Malmo's pride, its grand City Hall, was the largest of its kind when it was constructed in 1546. The current town hall facade in Dutch Renaissance style was added in the 1860s, replacing a neoclassical facade from the early 1800s. The facade features sculptural ornaments. Lilla Torg, or "Little Square," was established in the late 16th century as a trading area for smaller market vendors. Its modern centerpiece is another of the city's unique public artworks: the bedside lamp. The square is encircled by some remarkable medieval buildings and is also one of the top nightlife spots in the old city, with numerous bars and pubs. In the lovely green parks and coastal suburbs, such as Sibbarp, you can get a good view of the Swedish nature and landscape. Malmo is a creative and curious city and Sweden's most multicultural metropolis. Once a drab industrial city, it has transformed itself into a modern and hip city with a lively nightlife.
Recommended airport
Sturup (MMX)
Points of interest
  • Malmo Museum
  • MalmöMässan Exhibition & Congress Center
  • Malmö Opera
Nearby destinations
  • Copenhagen a 30.69 km
  • Lund a 14.27 km
  • Landskrona a 32.09 km