SMK – National Gallery of Denmark

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Couples Therapy – Society on the couch

Four Danish artist duos (Bank & Rau, Hesselholdt & Mejlvang, J&K and Randi & Katrine) put society on the couch in sculpture, installation, video and performance.

Now showing29 Aug – 24 Jan 2027kr 140

Lene Adler Petersen

SMK's Spring Exhibition 2027: the largest retrospective yet of Lene Adler Petersen, feminist pioneer behind the 1969 action The Female Christ.

Upcoming13 Feb 2027 – 29 Aug 2027kr 140

Permanent Collections

Danish and Nordic Art 1750–1900

400 paintings in 24 rooms: the Danish Golden Age and Modern Breakthrough, from Abildgaard, Eckersberg and Købke to Krøyer, L.A. Ring and Hammershøi.

Permanent collectionkr 140

French Art 1900–1930

Fauvism to Cubism from SMK's French collection: Matisse (incl. the papercut Zulma), Picasso, Derain, Braque and Modigliani.

Permanent collectionkr 140

Danish and International Art after 1900

Modern and contemporary art in SMK's white extension, with a long corridor as timeline and 104 recent Danish acquisitions.

Permanent collectionkr 140

Nearby

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The Hirschsprung Collection

Art2 min walk

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Natural History Museum of Denmark

Children2 min walk

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Rosenborg Castle

Architecture4 min walk

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The David Collection

ArtFree7 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does SMK – National Gallery of Denmark cost?

Standard adult admission to SMK – National Gallery of Denmark is kr 140. Under 27: 95 DKK; under 18 free. Free with Copenhagen Card, Parkmuseerne ticket or SMK Annual Pass.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of SMK – National Gallery of Denmark?

SMK – National Gallery of Denmark is open Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00, Wed until 20:00; closed Mondays. Special Monday openings on holiday Mondays (e.g. 12 October 2026). Closed 24, 25 and 31 December 2026 and 1 January 2027. Galleries start closing 15 min before closing time.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is SMK – National Gallery of Denmark?

SMK – National Gallery of Denmark is located at Sølvgade 48-50, 1307 København K, Denmark, in the Indre By area of Copenhagen. The nearest stations are Nørreport (Metro, S-train) and Østerport (Metro, S-train).

What can I see at SMK – National Gallery of Denmark?

Denmark's largest art museum: 700 years of art from Mantegna and Rembrandt to Hammershøi, Matisse and today's Danish artists. Current highlights include Lene Adler Petersen, Danish and Nordic Art 1750–1900 and French Art 1900–1930.

Do I need to book SMK – National Gallery of Denmark 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 SMK – National Gallery of Denmark?

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.