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National Museum of Denmark

(Nationalmuseet)

History Museum and Art Museum

Indre By, København K

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Ranked #1 for exhibits in Copenhagen
"anyone interested in viking history or history"(7 Tips)
"We had a great free English Tour that explained modern Danish life."(6 Tips)
"Stories of Denmark exhibition"(2 Tips)
"Danish history, not least the iron age and viking age..."(2 Tips)

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Burcu UçarayApril 20, 2018
This is a huge museum. You can spend 3-4 hours easily. The Children’s Museum on the ground floor is great for kids.
Fred Appiah-OpokuFebruary 10, 2018
Great exhibitions. They have a huge amount of artifacts and we spent a good 2 hrs walking through the museum. I recommend the Copenhagen Card, as admission is free.
Joe CooperMarch 22, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The international section upstairs is amazing. The old display cases and just right lighting is something straight out of a Wes Anderson movie. You could spend hours looking through it all. 👍
elena shirokovaMarch 15, 2019
Exhibitions are extraordinary and the museum covers various time periods from danish history. Besides you can find the ancient times there but be prepared for a long tour over museum.
TonyFebruary 20, 2016
Could spend an entire day here - the most comprehensive museum in the city and a must for anyone interested in viking history or history in general.
Steen SchønOctober 30, 2011
Been here 5+ times
As for the collection, it is outstanding, so please go. The pre-historic part has just been brought up to date and is of internatinal standard. For kids, visit Børnemuseet at the ground floor.
Oumou NDecember 11, 2016
You will need to go there early, there are many things to see. 3 hours minimum! (at least for me, as I like to take my time reading everything).
Olly NewportFebruary 5, 2017
Admission isn't free any longer. 75DKK for adults, free for under 18s.
NielsAugust 29, 2011
Been here 10+ times
First time visitors and tourists shouldn't miss the 'Danish Prehistory' exhibition and the 'Stories of Denmark 1660-2000' exhibtion. Begin your visit just to the left of the entrance hall.
Jakub SMay 15, 2018
There is a photo booth with clothes from 1700-1900 which you can use and create your own style :) . Booth is open till 4:30 pm . Exhibitions start to close at 4:45 pm from the bottom.
Elisabeth HerzigOctober 6, 2018
We had a great free English Tour that explained modern Danish life.
Martin Saldivar HimesMarch 1, 2017
If you wish to know more about Denmark and its history, it's a must in Copenhagen, even if you don't like museums, you will like this one!
Hans-Henrik T Ohlsen (SU9)May 9, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Danish history, not least the iron age and viking age sections - see the hall of runic stones!
Linde JMay 12, 2015
We visited with two kids (2 & 4 yo) and had a good time. The children's wing is really nice and interactive. And: this museum is free!!
oliverJune 3, 2018
avoid, if the outside temperature is above 25 degrees. they lack air condition. the nationalmuseet is great though. many different stories are told and ages are shown.
Dubravko J.September 19, 2012
Prepare for lots of walking... I'd recommend splitting your visit in two days, or even more, if you really want to see everything. Great place to spend your day!
Lover of LifeMay 31, 2016
very beautiful and informative museum. spend as much time as you can. it close at 5pm.
Hans-Henrik T Ohlsen (SU9)May 9, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Unfortunately the state museums, including this one, no longer have a free admission. It is free, though, to visit the museum shop and Restaurant/Café Julian.
QAugust 8, 2019
It is a humungous & very well kept place. Free lockers are available on site.
AirplanemodeonMay 27, 2014
The best museum I've been to! The way they display the historical facts is really intuitive and it makes you want to read everything!
Jerome RodrigoOctober 7, 2016
The exhibits on display are very extensive. You'll need more than a day to go through everything the museum has to offer!
Morten AastadFebruary 15, 2013
Very interesting. It's free and there's free Wi-Fi. Tons of unruly kids, people who can't understand you don't leave through doors marked EXIT and constant alarms drags it down a bit.
Francesco MinciottiAugust 24, 2010
Hey've got The best prehistorical Danish museum section I've ever experienced. Medieval section rather old and decay, need improvements. They use Twitter and foursquare actively, though: really cool!
Kukkii KoppeeSeptember 28, 2015
Interesting museum of history. There's so much to take in, it's impossible to do it all in one visit.
Edith SAugust 14, 2014
Tour (in English) of Stories of Denmark exhibition is great intro to country's history. 50DKK at 11am on Tue, Thu & Sun from Jun to Sep.
Christian FriisOctober 4, 2012
The old ceremony hall (Festsalen) on the upper floor above the main entrance is great for conferences. Beautiful setting and good acoustics!
Víctor SAugust 17, 2014
Beautiful, big and free. We loved the recreations of old times scenarios.
Enzo MartinelliOctober 26, 2018
Great collections of historical items from ordinary life in Denmark
Anna van BeijmerwerdtApril 27, 2018
What a fantastic place to go with kids. We went with our 18 month son and he loved it!!
Lukáš StrnadelJuly 16, 2016
They are now charging for admission - 75 DKK for adult person, 18 and under still for free.
Sidney San MartínJuly 1, 2015
Great collection, beautiful building. Don't miss the unusual glass elevator.
SheepAugust 27, 2015
Don't expect a huge Viking exhibition, but learn real history of the pre-history through late Bronze Age people's around here instead on the ground floor.
Kristee SongJuly 31, 2018
Lot of random stuff about Asia haha but overall great! Cosplay exhibition
Eric PanFebruary 23, 2015
Fascinating Danish pre history and onward. Of course, Vikings!
Vladimir PosvyanskiyAugust 31, 2014
Nice museum with no entrance fee, a great gift shop and phone charges in cafe
Amy MalespinNovember 7, 2014
There's tons to see so make sure you give yourself plenty of time.
Atsuo SugiuraMay 25, 2016
Fantastic and so amazing museum！
Paolo LimJuly 1, 2015
Leave your big bags in the lockers before entering the exhibits. They're free of charge.
Cian Mac MahonApril 18, 2015
I got completely lost in this museum. Super interesting - check out the Viking artefacts.
Linda DertingerJuly 24, 2014
for you dont have to pay, just walk in and out however your child likes. there is plenty to see also for little children.
Greg LovettApril 29, 2014
The posh hotdogs from the cafe/kiosk in the main hall are really excellent.
SabinaDecember 29, 2014
A very forward-thinking museum, they embrace social media and encourage your photography and selfies.
Nicole NewBlackApril 15, 2012
Be sure to book a table for the amazing brunch! It's award winning and there is a huge variety!
Lucia LuFebruary 23, 2014
So much to see! Make sure to have 3 hoots at least to cover all the floors
Mathilda LarssonJune 5, 2017
Good museum! Interesting exhibition on WW2.
Ks MelchakovaOctober 11, 2012
The Children's Museum is suitable for kids aged up to 12. Opening hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10.00-16.30 pm
CharlotteAugust 16, 2016
Great changing exhibitions. Worth a visit.
Timothy MöhleNovember 13, 2015
The ancient history exhibit is exceptional.
Marcos BrocJanuary 24, 2017
If you've been in important museums (Paris, Rome, Madrid...), skip this one. Too expensive for what you get. Things throw in and lots of text to read. Zero interactive displays or audiovisuals.
Jakub SMay 15, 2018
Takes around an hour to see just one out of three floors so be prepared to spend there at least three hours.

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