National Museum of Denmark Entry Tickets Copenhagen
- Duration2-3 hours
- Open onTuesday to Sunday
- Meeting pointThe ticket desk of the National Museum of Denmark, Prinsens Palæ, Ny Vestergade 10
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Overview
The National Museum of Denmark is the country's largest museum of cultural history, housed in an eighteenth-century palace in central Copenhagen. Its collections run from the Stone Age and the Vikings through the Middle Ages to modern Danish life, with world cultures, classical antiquities and a hands-on children's area alongside. Our entry ticket is valid for a full year, so you choose the day. It is a self-guided visit, without hotel pickup, and suits families, history lovers and anyone spending a day in Copenhagen who wants to understand Denmark's past.
Highlights
- Denmark's largest museum of cultural history
- Viking Age treasures and Bronze Age finds
- Exhibitions from prehistory to modern Danish life
- World cultures and classical antiquities
- Children's museum for hands-on play
- Ticket valid for a full year, so you choose the day
Full Description
The National Museum in the Prince's Palace
The National Museum of Denmark, or Nationalmuseet, occupies the Prince's Palace, an eighteenth-century building on Ny Vestergade in the heart of Copenhagen. It is a short walk from Christiansborg Palace, Strøget and the City Hall Square, so it fits neatly into a day of sightseeing.
If you are searching for how to get to the National Museum of Denmark, take the metro or a bus to the city centre and walk; the museum sits just across the canal from Slotsholmen. The ticket is valid for 365 days, which makes planning easy.
Vikings, prehistory and the Middle Ages
The prehistory galleries are the highlight for many visitors. They present the Stone and Bronze Ages, with world-famous finds such as the Sun Chariot and the Egtved Girl, and the Viking Age with weapons, jewellery and runestones. The Viking exhibition is one of the reasons people search for the National Museum of Denmark tickets in the first place.
The medieval and Renaissance sections show church art, weapons and everyday objects, and help explain how Denmark developed from a Viking realm into a modern kingdom. Allow at least an hour for these galleries alone.
Danish history, world cultures and the children's museum
Later galleries follow Danish life from the Renaissance to the twentieth century, with rooms, clothing and design that show how people lived. Elsewhere in the museum you find collections from the ancient world and other cultures, giving a broader context to Danish history.
The children's museum lets younger visitors dress up, explore and play, which makes the museum one of the best family activities in Copenhagen on a rainy day. Ask at the entrance for the current opening hours, which change by season, and check what is on for children on the day of your visit.
Planning your visit
Allow two to three hours for a full visit, or around ninety minutes if you focus on the Viking and prehistory sections. The museum is a good rainy-day choice, and many visitors pair it with Christiansborg Palace, which stands nearby on Slotsholmen.
The visit is self-guided and there is a museum shop and cafe on site. Check the booking panel for dates, and remember the ticket remains valid for a year, so you can pick the best day and avoid the busiest times, such as school holiday weekends.
Itinerary
- Arrive at the museumShow your voucher at the entrance on Ny Vestergade.
- Prehistory and VikingsExplore the Stone Age, Bronze Age and Viking Age galleries, about an hour.
- Middle Ages to modern DenmarkFollow Danish history from the Renaissance to modern times.
- World cultures and children's museumVisit the collections from around the world or let children play.
- Museum shopBrowse books, souvenirs and gifts before you leave.
What's included
- Entry ticket to the National Museum of Denmark
- Ticket valid for 365 days
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Is this right for you?
Great for
- History and culture lovers
- A half-day plan — about 3 hours
Not suitable for
- Visitors who want a guided tour, as none is included
- Anyone expecting a short visit, as a full tour takes several hours
Meeting point
There is no hotel pickup. Go directly to the National Museum of Denmark on Ny Vestergade in central Copenhagen. Show your voucher on your phone at the entrance.
Important information
- Bring your voucher on your phone
- The ticket is valid for 365 days from purchase
- Visit is self-guided
- Allow two to three hours for a full visit
- Opening hours change by season, so check before you go
- Children's museum is designed for younger visitors
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much do National Museum of Denmark tickets cost?
The price depends on the visitor category. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for adults and children.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. This is an entry ticket, and you make your own way to the museum.
How long does a visit take?
A full visit takes two to three hours. If you focus on the Vikings and prehistory, about ninety minutes may be enough.
Is the museum suitable for children?
Yes, it has a dedicated children's museum and many exhibits that young visitors enjoy.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable shoes for walking through the galleries and your voucher on your phone.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Often yes, depending on availability. The ticket is valid for a year, so you can also choose a later date.
How long is the ticket valid?
It is valid for 365 days, so you can choose the day of your visit.
What is the difference between the options?
There is a single entry ticket option. Age categories set the price for adults and children.
Is the National Museum of Denmark worth visiting?
Yes, especially for the Viking and Bronze Age collections. It gives a clear picture of Denmark's history in one place.
Where is the museum?
It is on Ny Vestergade in central Copenhagen, close to Christiansborg Palace and Strøget.
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