Malmo Old Town Travel Guide
Malmö
Visit Malmo Old Town
Popular places to visit
Lilla Torg
Come to this 16th-century Old Town square to enjoy one of Malmo’s liveliest nightlife districts and watch free concerts.
Stortorget
Visit Malmo’s oldest public square to explore the city’s historical center and enjoy the free cultural events of the Malmo Festival.
Malmö Castle
This 15th-century fortress is a former Danish stronghold and the home of museums dedicated to natural and cultural history.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Canal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö
Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Cosmopolitan Malmö
Skip the Line: Disgusting Food Museum Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Malmo Old Town
Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
"All around great and perfect location"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Moment Hotels
"Chambre petite mais propre. Matelas très mou, ne plait pas à tous! Personnel chaleureux. Buffet déjeuner généreux."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Scandic St Jörgen
MJ's
"Hotel MJ was a funky unique experience with great customer service and a quality stay. The breakfast was so good with plenty of choice and served in the lovely courtyard. Drinks and cocktails at the bar were great and the cosy entrance seating was a lovely socialable place. A fantastic place to stay ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
"Very nice hotel in great location for sightseeing. Staff very nice and breakfast excellent. Only negative was the room being pretty small, double bed pushed up against one wall. It appeared more geared towards single occupancy. In fairness the price was much more economical than other options."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Tivoli Hotel
"The staff were very professional and polite. Room was a bit wee but fine for 3 nights. The minibar was excellent value for money - best in Copenhagen. There were many business people in the hotel and I felt that there should be a better policy on business meetings taking place in public bars particularly ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Malmo Old Town
Centrum
Centrum is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Malmo Town Hall and Stortorget while in the area.
Innerstaden
You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and cafes in Innerstaden. You might want to make time for a stop at Pildammsparken or Mollevang Square.
Vaster
Unique features of Vaster include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Emporia or Malmo Arena while you're exploring the area.
Limhamn
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Limhamn. You might want to make time for a stop at Sibbarps Kallbadhus or Sibbarps Beach.
Vastra Hamnen
Vastra Hamnen is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Stapelbäddsparken Skatepark and Vasatorp.
