The staff’s favorite hidden spots in and around Malmö, plenty of recommendations!
We want to give you the best possible experience when visiting Malmö and the region, so we have made a whole list with recommendations from those of us who work here. Unique destinations that not everyone is aware of, but which we love to enjoy. Put simply, your “Bucket list of Malmö”. They are not prioritized in any specific order, they’re all great.
1: Ribban
Discover the beach oasis of the Malmö locals, “Ribban” or Ribersborgsstranden as it is officially called. Besides sun and swimming, there’s an amazing beachfront promenade with cozy kiosks and open-air cafes. There’s also a visitor’s centre, an open-air bath, a brand new mini golf course and even an outdoor gym, obstacle course, etc. Go there by bike and enjoy, it’s only a 20-minute bike ride from Malmö Arena Hotel.
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Petra, Malmö Arena Hotel
2: Slottsträdgårdens kafé
The Slottsträdgården café is a very cozy place, with both great food and baked goods, in a charming setting. Some evenings they even put on entertainment. The café is located right in the middle of central Malmö and it’s easy to go there by bus, train or bike. Make sure to have a lovely walk in the beautiful park Slottsparken.
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Nina, Malmö Arena Hotel
3: Disgusting Food Museum
You are guaranteed food memories for life, memories that might be different from what you would imagine. The museum is located right in the centre of Malmö.
Ingrid, Malmö Arena Hotel
4: Fiskehoddorna – the fishing huts
If you are visiting Malmö Museum at lunchtime, you can get an amazing food experience right next door. Go down to Fiskehoddorna (the fishing huts) and enjoy, for instance, a freshly caught flounder, Fish & Chips or some other delicacy from the ocean. Do not miss this!
Petra, Malmö Arena Hotel
5: Funnys Äventyr
Step into a world of fairy tales in one of Sweden’s newest cultural centers for kids – Funnys Äventyr in Malmö! Read and play together with Pettson & Findus, Moomin and Alfons Åberg! Go for a ride in the magical fairy tale carousel and watch cozy theatre shows.
Ameli, Malmö Arena Hotel
6: Bokskogen i Torup – the beech forest in Torup
Experience the Malmö local’s “own” forest, at a brief journey’s distance. Go there and experience history, culture and recreation all at once. Here you’ll also find one of the best golf courses in Skåne, Bokskogens GK.
Karin, Malmö Arena
7: Osteria Qui in Slottsstaden
When you’re out exploring Malmö and considering where to have lunch, check out Osteria Qui in Slottsstaden and enjoy amazing Italian food.
Ameli, Malmö Arena Hotel
8: Malmö Saluhall
Visit a heaven for food lovers! Malmö Saluhall is the obvious choice for those who love quality ingredients and good food. For the diverse, creative and fun Malmö. For old and young, big and small. A market hall for everyone!
Ameli, Malmö Arena Hotel
9: Boulebar at Drottningtorget
A super cozy place with outdoor seating and outdoor play. Lunch, brunch, dinner, sparkling wine & boule, a multitude of choices.
Maria, Malmö Arena
10: Book a boat
Bring a picnic and book your own electric boat to ride around the canal with. Experience Malmö in a fun, cozy and easy way!
Ireet, Malmö Arena
11: Stenmarks Lönnugn
Order an amazing pizza fresh from the stone oven at Stenmakrs Lönnugn in Skegrie. Bring a picnic blanket and sit down by the ocean in lovely Skåne, just five or ten minutes away and enjoy your pizza. From the hotel to the restaurant it’s only a 15 minute drive by car.
Linda, Malmö Arena Hotel
12: Foteviken’s Viking museum
A unique experience for the whole family! Visit the Viking Museum of Foteviken, an open-air museum in Höllviken. Enjoy the feeling of walking around the houses in the viking village, reconstructed right where the vikings once lived. The Museum is just 20 minutes from the hotel.
Ameli, Malmö Arena Hotel
13: Walking tour in Kalkbrottet
Go on a guided tour and learn everything about the quarry’s history, geology, flora and fauna. Interesting for the whole family. Remember to book in advance. For safety reasons, you may not enter the quarry without a guide. It’s only a small fee per person.
Ireet, Malmö Arena
14: Västra hamnen
Put simply: Go for a swim, have a glass of wine. Enjoy the surroundings, the architecture, the view and the city life.
Jessica och Jossan, Malmö Arena Hotel
15: Hedmans krog
Take a trip along the south coast and stop off to enjoy a fantastic lunch at the charming pub Hedmans krog (tuesday-friday during the summer). They serve gourmet food cooked with the very best local ingredients. The thatched-roof cottage is from the early 19th century, and the pub also has a cozy outdoor dining area. Hedmans is located in Västra Torp, very close to Smygehuk, which is the southernmost point in Sweden, only 40 minutes away from the hotel. A must-see for foodies!
Ameli, Malmö Arena Hotel
16: Anitas in Börringekloster
Visit Söderslätt and have lunch or a coffee break at Anitas in Börringe Kloster outside of Svedala. A totally unique café focusing on ecological and locally grown food. They have lots of gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, even baked goods. A large outdoor dining area in a charming setting.
Ameli, Malmö Arena Hotel
17: Lilla Sjötorp
Bike to Lilla Sjötorp right outside Klagshamn and eat Swedish Tapas and taste wine from Klagshamn’s vineyard. Lilla Sjötorp has a large outdoor dining area. It’s about 30 minutes away by bike and 15 minutes by car.
Ameli, Malmö Arena Hotel
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