Malmö

Southern Sweden’s largest museum is located on Malmöhusvägen in the heart of Malmö in a beautiful park-like setting surrounded by canals. Here you can see everything from the Nordic region’s oldest surviving Renaissance castle to a real submarine and fantastic vehicles. The museum’s permanent exhibitions focus on history, natural history, technology and seafaring. There are also about a dozen temporary exhibitions every year. Next to it is the Fiskehoddorna, a popular seafood market where fresh fish is sold over the counter.

Whether you’re seeking tranquillity, ecological marvels, or invigorating exercise, Malmö’s green areas offer a wealth of experiences to satisfy your desires. Discover the enchanting allure of Kungsparken, Malmö's cherished gem and the city's oldest public park, established in 1872. Immerse yourself in the park's charming English-style design, where strolling amidst the verdant landscapes sets the stage for unforgettable outdoor adventures and delightful picnics. Indulge your senses in the eco-friendly haven of Slottsträdgården, where nature's bounties await. Here, you can immerse yourself in a world of freshness, purchasing vegetables plucked straight from the fertile soil, vibrant flowers, and plants. Keep an eye out for the bustling activity of SVT's popular TV program, Garden Times, which finds its home within these beautiful gardens. You might even catch a glimpse of the skilled gardener, John Taylor, tending to the blooming wonders. Nestled in the heart of the park, Tareq Taylor's beloved outdoor garden café invites you to unwind amidst the lush surroundings, providing a refreshing retreat during the sun-kissed summer months. Prepare to be captivated by the grandeur of Pildammsparken, Malmö's largest park. Originally crafted for the Baltic Exhibition in 1914, this expansive landscape was further perfected in the 1920s under the visionary guidance of city engineer Erik Bülow-Hube. Explore the park's vast expanse and discover some of Malmö's most revered jogging tracks, inviting you to embark on invigorating runs amidst the picturesque scenery.

The Turning Torso is a neo-futurist skyscraper designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava and built in 2005. At 190 metres, it was the tallest building in the Nordic region until September 2022, when it was surpassed by Karlatornet in Gothenburg, which is still under construction. The Turning Torso consists of nine cubes with a total of 54 floors, where winding from base to peak is 90 degrees. Today, the Turning Torso is a residential building with 147 apartments of various sizes, from one-bedroom studios of 45 square metres to threes bedroom flats of 190 square meters. During the summer you have the opportunity to visit its top floor.

Malmö Konsthall, one of the largest exhibition halls for contemporary art in Europe, continuously curates art that both challenges and inspires its visitors. Since its inauguration in 1975, architect Klas Anshelm's vision of a "Big low concrete box open to the park and light of the sky" has become a reality, creating a unique space that harmoniously merges art, architecture, and nature. With its expansive 2,000 square metre exhibition space, Malmö Konsthall provides a platform for three to four exhibitions each year. These carefully curated showcases feature a diverse range of local and international artists, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and perspectives. The hall's remarkable flexibility, generous space, and abundant natural light make it an ideal venue to showcase contemporary art in all its forms.

At Form/Design Center, visitors can immerse themselves in engaging exhibitions, attend informative seminars, participate in interactive workshops, and join enlightening guided tours in the realm of architecture, design, and crafts.

The Malmö Opera showcases a diverse repertoire of music theatre, with a primary focus on opera and musicals. The esteemed company presents exceptional performances of beloved opera classics, enchanting musicals, and contemporary musical dramas. Furthermore, Malmö Opera is committed to promoting newly composed Swedish operas and musicals, constantly striving to support and showcase fresh talents in the field.

Serving the rapidly growing and dynamic Öresund Region, Malmö Arena is the premier venue in the region for world-class sporting events, concerts, family shows, full-scale conferences and smaller meetings, wining and dining, or a quick snack.

On the outskirts of Malmö lies a rural oasis that emanates a sense of peace and harmony. Katrinetorp, an early 19th-century "landeri" (country estate), was originally designed as a summer residence and a venue for grand receptions. Today, the city of Malmö runs the place, and they are constantly working on recreating its former glory. Markets, music entertainment, events, and exhibitions are held here annually. It recently opened its new exhibition hall "The Stables,” which also has a high-end gift shop. Katrinetorp lies 10 minutes from the city centre of Malmö, which makes the big city no more than a stone’s throw away from this idyllic scenery.

The body expresses what words cannot. Skånes Dansteater is Sweden’s largest independent dance company and offers amazing dance performances on their own stage in the western harbour front in Malmö, at the Malmö Opera, and on tour. They show dance by both Swedish and international choreographers. The performances at the Malmö Opera are in collaboration with the Opera Orchestra. The theatre is located in the old harbour area, near the sea and several restaurants.

Malmö boasts a fascinating blend of architectural styles, heavily influenced by both Denmark and the broader European context. One noteworthy architectural gem can be found in Kungsparken, where the award-winning City Library stands. This building consists of two interconnected parts — an older section and a newer addition known as "The Calendar", designed by Danish architect Henning Larsen. Situated just a stone's throw away from the Malmö Central Station, Stortorget is home to the Town Hall. While its original construction dates back to 1546, the building has undergone significant transformations throughout the centuries. Notably, in 1860, architect Helgo Zettervall revamped the façade in the Dutch Renaissance style, lending the Town Hall its distinctive appearance. Located in another section of the expansive square is Kockska Huset, an exceptionally well-preserved sixteenth-century structure built from red brick and adorned with intricately decorated stepped gables. Today, this building houses one of Malmö's most renowned restaurants, Årstiderna (The Seasons), nestled within its basement vaults. Just behind the Town Hall, the tip of St Petrikyrkan (St Peter's Church) peeks into view. As Malmö's oldest standing edifice, this architectural marvel dates back to the early 14th century and showcases the Baltic brick Gothic style. In the early 1900s, significant efforts were made to develop and restore the medieval paintings adorning the church's vaults, adding to its historical and artistic significance.