Top 10 museums in Copenhagen

1. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

This is our favorite museum and a true cultural gem, combining an impressive collection of ancient and modern art. From Greco-Roman sculptures to Impressionist masterpieces, each room reveals treasures of great beauty.

The museum is surrounded by peaceful gardens that invite you to relax after a visit rich in discovery.

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2. Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK)

The Statens Museum for Kunst is Denmark’s national museum of fine art. It houses an eclectic collection ranging from Renaissance masters to contemporary artists, with a particularly rich section of Danish and European works.

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4. Louisiana Museum of Modern Art – Musée d’Art Moderne

Located by the sea, some 30 km north of Copenhagen, theLouisiana Museum ofModern Art is a perfect fusion of nature and contemporary art. Its permanent collection includes works by modern masters such as Picasso and Warhol, as well as avant-garde temporary exhibitions. A stroll through the museum’s gardens offers a breathtaking view of the Øresund Strait.

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5. National Museum of Denmark (Nationalmuseet)

The National Museum of Denmark traces the country’s history through fascinating exhibits, from the Viking Age to modern times. Its collection of Viking artefacts is one of the most impressive in Europe. A must-see to understand the cultural and social evolution of Denmark.

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6. Home of Carlsberg

Housed in fully renovated historic buildings dating back to 1847, the museum offers an interactive immersion in the history of Carlsberg, from its craft origins to its international success. 🍻 The tour ends with a beer tasting. Find out more about the Home of Carlsberg

7. Cisternerne

Cisternerne is a former underground water reservoir transformed into a unique contemporary art space. Located in Frederiksberg Park, it offers a mystical yet immersive atmosphere, with installations by artists who play with shadow, light and sound. Each exhibition is a sensory experience in its own right.

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8. Museum of Natural History

It’s a fascinating place that immerses visitors in the wonders of nature and evolution. Located in a verdant setting close to the Botanical Gardens, the museum houses an impressive collection of specimens from the four corners of the globe, ranging from dinosaur fossils to rare minerals, as well as exhibits on biodiversity and present-day fauna.

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9. Rosenborg Castle Museum

Rosenborg Castle, dating back to the Renaissance, today houses an incredible collection of royal objects, including the magnificent Danish crown jewels. Through the castle’s sumptuous halls, you’ll discover the history of the Danish monarchy and many royal treasures. The castle park, Kongens Have, is one of Copenhagen’s oldest and most popular.

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10. Amalienborg Museum

The Amalienborg Museum, located in one of the palaces, plunges you into the heart of the Danish monarchy. Exhibitions trace the history of the royal family through the centuries, with historic objects, portraits and furnishings. It’s also an opportunity to learn more about the traditions of royalty still in place today.

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