Museum of Copenhagen

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What's the Big Rush?

67 photographs by Christopher Egeberg "Flip" following graffiti artist SPYO's paint-roller slogans across a Copenhagen reshaped by a building boom.

Now showing1 Oct – 28 Feb 2027kr 110

Permanent Collections

Contemporary Art at the Museum of Copenhagen

Site-specific works by Danish artists woven through the building, including Gudrun Hasle's ceiling text You Took My Hand, Peter Callesen and Jacob Kirkegaard.

Permanent collectionkr 110

The Archaeological Workshop

Watch archaeologists wash, sort and study fresh finds from under Copenhagen's streets, and handle bones and pottery yourself. Open on selected days only.

Permanent collectionFree

The Permanent Exhibition: Copenhagen from the Vikings to Today

400+ artefacts across 14 key city sites, from a Viking-age bone comb and a battle-scarred medieval skeleton to an 18th-century sedan chair and a wooden bicycle.

Permanent collectionkr 110

Nearby

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National Museum of Denmark

Children2 min walk

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Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Architecture2 min walk

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Christiansborg Palace

Architecture5 min walk

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Danish Architecture Center

Architecture5 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Museum of Copenhagen cost?

Standard adult admission to Museum of Copenhagen is kr 110. Free for under-18s. Free admission for everyone on Wednesdays; free for pensioners on Tuesdays. Annual pass (1+1) 320 DKK.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museum of Copenhagen?

Museum of Copenhagen is open Mon-Wed and Fri 10:00-17:00, Thu 10:00-20:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-17:00. Special hours over Christmas/New Year. Tickets sold until 30 minutes before closing.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museum of Copenhagen?

Museum of Copenhagen is located at Stormgade 18, 1555 København V, Denmark, in the Indre By area of Copenhagen. The nearest stations are Rådhuspladsen (Metro M3/M4) and København H (Copenhagen Central Station).

What can I see at Museum of Copenhagen?

The city's own museum: walk through 14 key Copenhagen sites from Viking-age combs to a medieval warrior's skeleton and Christiania. Current highlights include What's the Big Rush?, Contemporary Art at the Museum of Copenhagen and The Archaeological Workshop.

Do I need to book Museum of Copenhagen in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Museum of Copenhagen?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.