Christmas holidays in Malmö

You may associate boules with Mediterranean summers but it's also a great game to play over the Christmas holidays. Since Boulebar opened in Malmö we've been able to enjoy the French national sport all year round. Beginners and keen amateurs of all ages can play boules, eat French delicacies and toast each other in Pastis (or soft drinks!) in the light, airy premises on Drottningtorget.

Children of all ages enjoy bowling and, best of all, everyone can take part. Malmö's bowling institution Big Bowl has special bowling balls for younger players and lane bumpers to stop the balls ending up in the gutter. Perfect for beginners, in other words. Take your whole family along and challenge each other to a match (or several). You can also eat julbord here.

This activity centre, formerly known as Busfabriken, offers lots of fun holiday activities for both young and older children. The aim is to get children and young people moving through play and fun. With slides, trampolines, ball pits, climbing frames, and other activities, there's something for all ages.

Small and large kids have a splashing time at Hylliebadet with water slides, hot tubs and other watery fun. During the school holidays the pool organises various activities for children and teenagers. Check out their website for an up-to-date programme of activities over the Christmas break.

Klättercentret organises Christmas holiday camps for children and young people where, under the guidance of experienced instructors, you learn to climb in a playful and challengingl way. Between the climbing sessions, there are games, activities and other fun exercises. The camp is adapted to the level of the participants and suits complete novices as well as Spider-Men. 

At Jump there are masses of activities for anyone who enjoys jumping and bouncing. The centre has various kinds of trampolines, a "wall run", a Ninja course, dodgeball and a sea of foam cushions to play in. There's also a café where both children and adults can take a break and have a coffee or something to eat. Jump is open every day of the holidays, apart from Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

Until 27th February you can visit Vinterdröm (A Winter Dream) in Folkets Park. A fairytale world with enchanted winter gardens, fairytale figures and an art walk. They also put on activities such as ice skating discos and skating classes, and you can borrow skates. Celebrate the festive season in safe outdoor surroundings.

For families interested in art and culture, Moderna Museet is an obvious destination, but almost anyone will enjoy a visit to this striking art museum. Have a coffee or lunch in the bright orange café area, visit the current exhibition or take part in one of their many workshops for children. The school holiday programme is updated on the museum's website.

Malmö Museum has something for absolutely all tastes and ages. Wander around elegant historic halls, discover the stone and iron ages at the prehistory exhibition and check out exotic fish and reptiles in the aquarium. Don't miss taking in the Renaissance castle courtyard setting, complete with moat and bridge.

Adults and children can easily spend at least a half day being happily entertained at the Museum of Technology. As well as solving various fun puzzles you can sit in old tractors, climb up into an aeroplane cockpit or down into a submarine and check out Malmö through the periscope.

The Christmas holidays is traditionally a popular time for a trip to the movies, when the whole family finally has time to head to the cinema together. Filmstaden in central Malmö shows all the most up-to-date films. Check out the programme to find a family-friendly film that will suit all ages and book your tickets in good time to ensure a top spot in the cinema.

The classic Spegeln cinema is open for all film lovers who want to go to the movies over the Christmas holidays. The programme is packed with great films, from timeless classics to new productions. Take a seat in the comfy auditorium and visit Spegeln Bar & Bistro before or after the film if you fancy something to eat or drink.

Kul i Malmö offers masses of activities for young Malmö residents. Right now you can find everything from creative activities to dance classes, taekwondo and ice skating. Check out what's on offer and the entire programme on the website.

Treat yourself to an extra-cosy start to the morning by skipping the usual toast and instant coffee at home and heading into town for a really delicious breakfast. At Atrium they serve breakfast and brunch dishes all week.

The same old Christmas food can get a bit much after a while, so it's nice to take a break and eat something completely different. Why not have a really tasty burger? At Diné they're made from scratch, "smash burger" style. Eat in or take away.

In November and December there are several Christmas markets around town where you can buy local delicacies and handcrafts, or just enjoy tasty food and drinks.

Central Lund arranges masses of activities from the first of advent until Valentine's Day. Ice skate on the outdoor rink, say hello to Father and Mother Christmas on Stortorget, listen to Christmas songs, take part in the ski festival and lots more festive fun.

One of the best things about Malmö is its proximity to the continent, and Copenhagen in particular. In just 40 minutes you can be in one of the world's most beautiful capital cities, packed with culture and all kinds of activities. Many Malmö residents head over to the Christmas market at Tivoli, where you can wander around their beautifully decorated winter wonderland with a glass of glögg mulled wine in hand.