By Terri Mapes. If ever you needed evidence that Scandinavians know how to party, you can find proof in the streets of Malmo at 2 a. This coastal borough is not just a destination for history and nature, but for late-night reveling, too. Travelers looking for a party will be pleased with Malmo's plentiful offering of Swedish pubs, karaoke bars, and dance clubs. No need to get in a hurry, either, because the nightlife here starts late and ends late sometimes not until 5 a.
Whether you're looking for a low-key tavern, a bustling disco, or a bit of midnight bowling, Malmo has all of the above. The bar scene in Malmo is known for being wildly diverse. Its cozy pubs will fool you into thinking you're having a pint in England; its cool breweries could teleport you to the hipster hangouts of Brooklyn.
All the while, its cocktail bars are the epitome of chic. Don't miss:. After having a casual craft beer at one of the pubs, taverns, or breweries in town, head to one of these high-energy dance floors to party until the wee hours of the morning:.
While it isn't known for being a gambling destination, per se, Malmo does have a casino for those who feel more at home at a blackjack table or a slot machine. Casino Cosmopol , located at Kungsparken, is one of Sweden's largest casinos. It has all the games you would expect to find in a traditional casino, but it certainly isn't a sweatpants type of place.
In Malmo, you dress up to try your luck, so don't err on the side of casual. Share Pin Email. Fagans : If it's an authentic Irish pub you're looking for, Fagans—with its handsome, rustic interior and a collection of ciders on tap—is the most Irish thing outside of Ireland, itself. Moosehead : Lilla Torg is Malmo's dining and drinking hub. It's home to Moosehead, a friendly-but-loud Swedish bar with lots of rustic wood and moose memorabilia decorating the walls.
