Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek: Museum of Art and Sculpture in Copenhagen
The Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek houses one of Europe’s most important collections of ancient art, including Greek, Roman and Egyptian sculptures, as well as modern works by Rodin and Degas.
Tours and tickets
Address
Dantes Plads 7, 1556 Copenhagen
By metro: Rådhuspladsen stop (line 3) a 10-minute walk away.
Prices and tickets
Adult: 125DKK (approx. €16)
Student + Youth (18 to 27): 95DKK (approx. €10)
Children (under 18): Free of charge
🌟 Free admission for all on the last Wednesday of the month.
City Pass
👉 Good deal: with the Copenhagen Card, admission is free + unlimited public transport.
Opening dates and times
Tuesday-Sunday: 10am – 5pm
Thursday: 10am – 9pm
Closed: Mondays, December 23, 24, 25 and 26 + January 1
⌛ Estimated visit time: 1h30 to 2h
Which works are not to be missed?
During your visit to Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, here are a few must-see works you won’t want to miss:
- Auguste Rodin’s “The Thinker“, a masterpiece of modern sculpture.
- Greek and Roman sculptures, including imperial busts and impressive athletic statues.
- Paintings by Paul Gauguin and Vincent Van Gogh, outstanding examples of Post-Impressionist art.
- Ancient Egyptian treasures, including mummies and sarcophagi.
These works testify to the diversity and richness of the museum’s collections, making it one of Copenhagen’s must-see museums.
A museum founded on the passion of Carl Jacobsen
Carl Jacobsen, son of the brewer who founded the Carlsberg brand, and a great patron and collector of art, devoted much of his life to acquiring a wide variety of works of art. His dream of creating a place where ancient and modern art could coexist was realized in 1897 with the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek.
- 🧜♀️ Carl Jacobsen is also the patron behind one of Copenhagen’ s most famous icons: the Little Mermaid statue.
- 🍻 Home of Carlsberg is a museum dedicated to the famous Danish beer brand.
Architecture that blends classicism and modernity
The building itself is a masterpiece, with its imposing columns and vast galleries, the central vault is impressive.
🌿 In the center, the winter garden is a veritable oasis of tranquility. Bathed in natural light, it’s the perfect place to take a break in the middle of your visit, surrounded by palm trees and exotic shrubs.
Where is the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek museum?
Just a few steps from the museum are the Tivoli Gardens, an ideal place to stretch your legs in the fresh air after your visit to the museum.
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek museum video
Whether you’re a fan of ancient art, modern sculpture or simply curious about a unique museum, the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek is a must-see in Copenhagen.
To complete your visit, we recommend adding the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (35 minutes north of Copenhagen) and the Statens Museum for Kunst (Denmark’s national art museum) to your itinerary.
