Home Of Carlsberg: complete guide to Copenhagen’s legendary brewery

The historic Carlsberg Brewery Museum, now known as Home of Carlsberg, reopened in 2024 after more than five years of renovation.

Nestled in the heart of historic buildings dating back to 1847, this 10,000 m² center has been transformed to offer a complete immersion in the world of brewing, highlighting its rich heritage and global impact.

This reinvented venue blends history, tradition and modernity to introduce visitors to the fascinating story of Carlsberg, from its craft origins to its pioneering role in the brewing industry.

Organizing your visit

The Home of Carlsberg is an immersive experience that plunges you into the world of the Carlsberg brewery, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a global beer giant.

🐘 Before you begin your visit, take time to admire the monumental gateway to the old brewery, supported by four imposing elephants. This emblematic gate is one of Carlsberg’s most recognizable symbols.

• 📜 Interactive exhibition: The tour begins with a presentation of the history of J.C. Jacobsen, the visionary founder, and his son Carl, who greatly contributed to the company’s expansion.
• 💻 Immersive and intuitive experience: digital animations are available throughout the visit to learn more about the brewing process.
• 🍺 Historic bottle collection: several showcases display an impressive beer collection, tracing the evolution of Carlsberg product design and marketing over the decades.
• 🏛️ Architectural heritage: discover the old copper vats, emblematic of the traditional brewing process, and the famous Elephant Gate, adorned with impressive sculptures symbolizing Carlsberg’s strength and resilience.
• 🐎 The stables housing the brewery’s majestic horses, another emblematic tradition that links Carlsberg to its rich past.
• 🍻 Tasting : at the end of your visit, you’ll be invited to taste a Carlsberg beer.

🖼️ Another interesting aspect of the museum is the close link between the brewery and art. The collection of statues and works of art scattered throughout the complex testifies to the ambition of J.C. Jacobsen, whose vision went far beyond beer production.

👉 Carl Jacobsen, son of the founder of the Carlsberg brewery, was a passionate art lover and generous patron. He devoted much of his life to building up a collection of varied works. His ambition to create a space where ancient and modern art could meet was realized in 1897 with the founding of the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek.

Practical tips for visiting the brewery

• 🕐 Best time to visit: weekday mornings are generally less busy.
• 🎟️ Book your tickets online in advance, especially at weekends and during school vacations.

We recommend using the Get Your Guide booking platform (official reseller), which offers flexible cancellation conditions, so tickets can be refunded up to 24 hours before the activity. This is not the case on the official website.

🕐 When booking, you can select your time slot.

• Attire: Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour of the old brewery involves walking on cobblestones and stairs.
• Children: minors are not allowed to visit the site alone.

Our opinion

Home of Carlsberg is a must-see museum in Copenhagen for beer and industrial history enthusiasts. The architecture of the building is magnificent, and can be admired free of charge from the outside. Since the reopening, the combination of interactive games, architectural heritage and tastings makes the visit both educational and entertaining. Access to the stables adds a very pleasant dimension to the visit.

Where is the home of Carlsberg in Copenhagen?

Located in the Vesterbro district, Home of Carlsberg is close to other major attractions such as Tivoli Gardens, and is also an ideal area for dining out.

Interactive video tour

To give you an idea of what’s in store, here’s a video preview of what you can expect when you visit Home of Carlsberg.