Self Guided Walking Tour of Malmö with Audio Guide
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Explore Malmö at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all 8 stops, simple directions, and engaging audio stories that bring the city’s history to life. The route covers the historic heart of Malmö, taking you from the bustling Central Station to the fortress walls of Malmöhus Castle. Along the way, you will visit the gothic St. Peter’s Church, the grand Stortorget, the cozy cobblestones of Lilla Torg, and the modern architecture of Malmö Live. It is the perfect walk to see how the city blends medieval charm with cutting-edge design. Start anytime, pause for a coffee whenever you like, and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.
Your experience
Stop 1
Start your walk at Malmö Central Station. Just open Ciceru nearby to begin exploring the historic station from the outside, where brick, steel and the modern Glass Hall reveal how Malmö transformed from industrial hub to creative gateway.
Stop 2
View St. Petri from the exterior. Its Gothic brick walls, tall spire and Hanseatic proportions tell the full story without stepping inside. This is Malmö’s medieval giant, best admired from its surrounding square.
Stop 3
Stand in Stortorget and take in the facades, the statue of Karl X Gustav and the Renaissance buildings that frame Malmö’s civic stage. Everything important here can be appreciated outdoors in the open plaza.
Stop 4
Pause outside the Neo Renaissance pharmacy and admire its ornate lions and decorative façade. The architecture tells the story from the street, keeping the visit entirely exterior.
Stop 5
Wander across Lilla Torg and enjoy its timber framed houses, cobblestones and restaurant lined square. The charm is all outdoors and the medieval atmosphere unfolds without entering any buildings.
Stop 6
View the Form Design Center from the courtyard of Hedmanska Gården. The timber structures and historic courtyard provide the full context while keeping this an outdoor only experience.
Stop 7
Admire Malmö Live from the outside. Its angular glass architecture and stacked geometric forms stand out in the skyline and can be fully enjoyed from the surrounding plazas and waterfront.
Stop 8
Wrap up your tour at Malmöhus Castle. Explore the fortress grounds, moat and gardens from the exterior before ending your walk at this centuries old stronghold.
What’s included
- Audioguide about each point of interest along the tour
- Self-guided tour on your smartphone, APP not needed!
- Available in: English, Deutsch, Italiano, Français, Español, Português, 中文
Not included
- Access offline. Internet needed on your phone
- A physical guide (the tour is accessible on your smartphone)
Meeting and pickup
Start your walk at Malmö Central Station. Just open Ciceru nearby to begin exploring the historic station from the outside, where brick, steel and the modern Glass Hall reveal how Malmö transformed from industrial hub to creative gateway.
Before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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