Photo: Mellanie Gandø
Photo: Mellanie Gandø
Photo: Mellanie Gandø
Photo: Mellanie Gandø
Photo: Mellanie Gandø
Photo: Mellanie Gandø
Natural History Museum Denmark
Explore the world of nature in the heart of Copenhagen
Step into the beautiful mineral halls, touch a huge meteorite from outer space and explore the natural world in the changing exhibitions.
An annual highlight at the museum is the famous exhibition Wildlife Photographer of the Year, featuring the 100 best nature and wildlife photos worldwide. Experience the beauty and fragility of nature in an exhibition that delights millions of people every year. See more about the exhibition at wpy.dk.
Recharge in the café with a view of the Botanical Garden, where you can explore the museum's collection of rare plants and see the iconic Palm House.
Opening hours
Please note that the Natural History Museum Denmark has special opening hours during the summer. In July and August, the museum is open on Mondays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The rest of the year, the museum is closed on Mondays. The museum is also open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, with extended hours on Wednesdays until 9:00 pm all year.
Current Exhibitions:
Wildlife Photographer of the Year, 21/11-2025 - 20/09-2026
The annually recurring competition, Wildlife Photographer of the Year, is the world's largest of its kind, attracting the most talented amateurs and professionals from around the globe. Experience the best photos of nature and wildlife selected in 2025 in a thought-provoking special exhibition at the Natural History Museum Denmark.
Wild Wonderful World, 28/06-2024 - 01/11
Behind the scenes in the museum's collections, you can find more than 14 million items; everything from microscopic plankton to gigantic whales, from stardust to gemstones, bird feathers, and flower seeds. Take a look inside one of the world's most important collections, which has been built over 400 years with the help of thousands of people from around the globe.
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Opening Hours
02.01.2026 - 30.06.2026:Monday: closed
Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 - 21:00
Thursday: 10:00 - 17:00
Friday: 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00
Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
Location
Øster Voldgade 5-7
1350 København K
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
