Experience runestones, stand face to face with bog bodies, see The Golden Horns, be inspired by the suit worn by the first Dane in space and see an original hash stall from Freetown Christiania. The National Museum tells the history of Denmark from the earliest settlements to the life today.  Iconic treasures of Danish history Learn about the heritage of Denmark, meet the famous vikings and hear the story of how the nation came to be. Experience world-famous highlights with a starring role in Danish history. Runestones, The Golden Horns, the suit worn by the first Dane in space and the hash stall from Freetown Christiania that has become a symbol of Danish liberal-mindedness. The National Museum exhibits collections from the Danish Pre-History up until today, through the Middle Ages, Rennaissance, the 1950's in Denmark and much more. Some of the higlights of the Musuem are: 'THE VIKING SORCERESS' Meet the powerful sorceress of the Viking Age at the National Museum’s spectacular exhibition. Step inside the mystical universe of the Vikings and unravel their complex relationship to their own age and the future. The Children’s Museum Here you are invited to play and touch everything in sight! Join a raid in the Viking ship, discover a backyard of the 1930s or enter a classroom of the past and experience what school was like for the great-grandparents of Danes. Board the cargo ship and settle down in the berth in the cabin, or explore a Pakistani market and buy food in the bazaar. You can also cook in a Medieval kitchen, or prepare the knights’ castle for defense against enemy attacks. The Ethnographic Collection Go on voyage of discovery in the collections from North America, South and Central America, Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Arctic - of the American Indians, the Inuit and Yupiit, Mongolian and Maori peoples - and from the world religions of Buddhism and Hinduism. With clear references to classic lunch and local dishes, restaurant Smör serves new interpretations of Danish food.

At Home of Carlsberg, you step inside an iconic area with an exhibition and attraction in the heart of Carlsberg's original brewery. You will be taken back to where it all started in 1847 with the story of what Carlsberg was and is today.  Back to where it all started The exhibition unfolds the fascinating story of Carlsberg and Carlsberg's founder, J.C. Jacobsen, and his son, Carl Jacobsen. A story about how disputes between father and son and very different perceptions of beer brewing have shaped Carlsberg. Through interactive games and videos in the exhibition, you will learn more about the science that has played an essential role for Carlsberg since its foundation and its importance for the development of beer worldwide. You will also discover one of the world's largest bottle collections, with 22,000 unopened beer bottles. And that is just a fraction of what the exhibition unfolds. Extend your visit with a beer tasting and a guided tour To get the full Home of Carlsberg experience, you can add one or more experiences to your visit. It could be a beer tasting in the old cellars, where our experts will treat you to three beers from Carlsberg's brands. At the same time, they share their extensive knowledge of the beers spiced up with fun anecdotes along the way.  You can also go on a historical guided tour of the old brewery area and the mythical cellars with the story of J.C. Jacobsen's lifelong journey of developing and refining beer. Both activities can be added when you buy a ticket to the exhibition and are in English. A large free area Of course, you should also experience the best beer in the world, probably, perfectly served fresh from tap in the cozy Carlsberg Bar, followed by a visit to our majestic draught horses in the stable. End your visit in the lively Brewery Courtyard surrounded by historical buildings or enjoy the quiet oasis in the Sculpture Garden.

SMK – The National Gallery of Denmark SMK - The National Gallery of Denmark (Statens Museum for Kunst) is Denmark’s largest art museum, featuring outstanding collections of Danish and international art from the past seven centuries. SMK is located just off of Copenhagen's Nørreport station. Here you can experience special exhibitions, the royal collections, guided tours, performances, art talks, concerts, workshops and much more. At the SMK you can enjoy the grand masters of art history along with cutting-edge contemporary artists and the rising stars of the art scene. No other museum in Denmark shows such a rich and varied selection of art – from the European classics of the Renaissance to the overwhelming diversity of modern and contemporary art. Here you will find gems by artists such as Mantegna, Nolde, Anna Ancher, Derain, Rubens, Matisse, Hammershøi, Munch, Abramovic, Danh Vo and Elmgreen & Dragset. SMK is especially famous for its beautiful collection of Danish Golden Age art, the country’s most comprehensive collection of Danish contemporary art – and one of the world’s best Matisse collections. Special Exhibitions (smk.dk): Käthe Kollwitz – Mensch, 7. November 2024 - 23. February 2025 Humanity above all. Art, compassion, and protest go hand in hand in the work of Käthe Kollwitz – one of the most groundbreaking artists of the 20th century. She is known for her vast body of graphic works, where she brings social perspectives to light through a raw and unpolished depiction of the human condition. War, grief, oppression, death, and poverty are recurring themes in her intense and confrontational works, but care, hope, and love are also present. Kollwitz was professionally active as an artist during the five most turbulent decades in German history: from the 1890s to the early 1940s, as the country moved from the violent upheavals of industrialization through two traumatic world wars. She used her art as a voice for those who suffered most during these developments and were the most powerless. With this exhibition, SMK presents the full scope of Käthe Kollwitz’s artistry – as a graphic artist, draughtswoman, and sculptor – offering a nuanced insight into her artistic works and their social, political, and historical foundations.

Vivid colours and grand architectural design characterise the museum, which houses the works of the world-famous Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen. Thorvaldsens Museum opened on September 18th 1848 and was the first public museum in Denmark. The characteristic building was built to exhibit the extensive works of the sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen. Today the museum looks more or less as it did when it opened over 150 years ago. A tour of the museum reveals a very special opportunity to enjoy world-class art and architecture. The museum houses the work of the world-famous Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844). Located at Slotsholmen in the heart of Copenhagen the museum is very close to some of the most popular attractions of the city.  Their free audio guide offers visitors a glimpse into the history of the sculptures which represents Roman gods and famous historical personages. Special exhibitions (thorvaldsensmuseum.dk): THORVALDSEN - WORKS AND DAYS An introduction to the famous sculptor.  TRAVELLING, 9.10.2024 – 26.2.2025 To travel is to step out of the familiar and into a world of possibilities, where each step opens the door to new cultures, landscapes, and encounters. Both inner and outer journeys enrich the soul, challenge the mind, and create memories that last a lifetime. In the exhibition Travelling, we focus on both the outer and inner journey. Through Thorvaldsen's many adventures and travels, we provide insight into the practicalities, obligations, pleasures, and dangers associated with travelling. The romanticised image we have of travel today was not necessarily the reality of Thorvaldsen's time. Through the motifs of Golden Age painters, especially from Italy, the exhibition offers a visual journey back in time, revealing the inspiring landscapes and cultural encounters that shaped Thorvaldsen's life. The exhibition is a celebration of Thorvaldsen's life and career, and a tribute to the artistic connections and friendships that influenced his work.

NB: The Museum is closed for the winter, and reopens in the spring of 2025. Statues in heathery hills and concrete architecture Men and women in bronze are looking over the heathery hills in the park. And in the impressive octagonal room in the museum, where the ceiling is 11 metres above you, you find more men and women, now in white plaster. It is a very special experience walking around in Rudolph Tegner’s Museum and the Statue Park – a calm yet intense experience where beautiful nature and bombastic concrete architecture are combined.   Use the route-planner in the Copenhagen Card app the find the easiest route. A walk in Russia The natural resort where you find Rudolph Tegner’s statues is called Russia. The rather special name relates to the remoteness of the place. However, from Russia and Rudolph Tegner’s Museum to the nearest town, i.e. Dronningmølle in North Sealand, is only 2 kilometres. In the park, you find 14 Rudolph Tegner statues while walking around the heathery hills outside the museum. See the art in Rudolph Tegner’s Statue Park. Almost like a church The museum room was designed by Rudolph Tegner himself with the purpose of housing all his artworks. It was built in 1937-38, and when walking through the large port, you almost feel like being in a church room. The solid walls, the high ceiling and the absence of large windows make all sounds resonate between the statues. The permanent collection counts 355 of Rudolph Tegner’s artworks. Most of them are originals in plaster; others are in bronze and marble. Climbing trees and activities for children Children are welcome at the museum. In Statue Park, there are climbing trees. You can also go treasure hunting or orienteering during your visit – both require that you have information about the artworks. If you want to be creative, you can visit the drawing workshop to try to draw various artworks. Activities for children all over North Sealand. Søren’s Café When you have walked the hills and experienced the octagonal museum room, you can visit the café where you can get lunch or a cup of coffee. The café at Rudolph Tegner’s Museum is open in the summer half. They serve coffee, tea, cake, sandwiches, ice cream, etc. Here you find the opening hours of Café Søren at Rudolph Tegner’s Museum. One of Denmark’s great sculptors Rudolph Tegner was educated at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in 1893. His art was very controversial at that time. His work is intense, dramatic and huge and comes under the art form called vitalism. And they formed a great contrast to other Danish sculptors such as Bertel Thorvaldsen. For a great part of his artistic life, Rudolph Tegner lived in France and 1916; he bought the area outside Dronningmølle, where he constructed his museum. Here, he is buried together with his wife, Elna. Combine your trip to Tegner's museum with a nice day-trip to the beach town Hornbæk