Good to know
While exploring the city during Eurovision there are some things that are good to know to further enhance your experience and make your visit even more pleasurable!
No bags at ESC events!
One good thing to know beforehand is that it due to safety reasons will not be allowed to bring any bags into ESC events at Malmö Arena (except for 1 small handbag max 20 cm x 10 cm x 1 cm or a small bag for medical purposes), Folkets park or at Malmö Live during the ESC week - only what can fit in your pocket! But check the venues for updates!!
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Swedish tapwater - refill and refresh!
Sweden's liquid gold – pristine tap water! Quench your thirst sustainably as you explore Malmö. With a simple refill - embrace the convenience and eco-friendliness of refilling your bottle, ensuring hydration without compromise.
Outdoor H2O refill spots are found all around the city - for instance in Folkets park and the Eurovillage area!
So refill and refresh - but have a look at the venues info beforehand so they are ok with you bringing your own bottle!
Getting around town is really easy and quick
In Malmö everything is close. Much is reachable by foot - but if you need a ride to get to the place to be there are plenty of options! Just rent a bike or hop on a gas-powered citybus - and you will be there in a flash!
Currency & tipping
Please note that many shops, museums and restaurants only accept credit cards or mobile payments. Major credit cards (some restriction may apply to American Express) are widely accepted throughout Sweden in banks, hotels, stores, restaurants, taxis, at car rental companies, and for air, ship and rail tickets. The monetary unit is krona (SEK).
Tipping in Sweden isn't as established as in many other countries. It's always welcomed but not expected!
Smoking really is becoming a no-no
Sweden is a country that works hard at becoming more healthy and smoke free! Smoking is prohibited in restaurants, public indoor spaces and several public outdoor areas! This includes outdoor areas relating to public transport, outdoor serving areas, entrances to premises and indoor spaces that the public have access to. As the first city in Sweden, Malmö has public smoking zones. Equipped with an ashtray, a trash can and in some cases phone charging possibilities (all powered by the solar panels on the bench), they reduce littering in the streets!
Emergency
Call 112 if there is an emergency and you require immediate assistance from the police, rescue service or ambulance! If it is not an emergency call 114 14.
Make sure you stay safe
The security situation in Sweden and Europe means that we will work with various types of security measures at all our events. Follow the recommendations from national authorities and organizations.
Note! For your safety and others - please check venues beforehand for any restrictions such as not bringing handbags or containers to certain events (for instance no bags allowed in Malmö Arena except for 1 small handbag max 20 cm x 10 cm x 1 cm, or a small bag for medical purposes)