Thorvaldsens Museum

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Life, Longing & Landscape – Thorvaldsen's Painting Collection

Nine newly renovated galleries show Thorvaldsen's private painting collection: Roman street life, romantic ruins and dramatic landscapes by Lindau, Markó, Eckersberg and more.

Now showingFrom 9 Septkr 110

Thorvaldsen: Works & Days

Meet Thorvaldsen as sculptor and man: from plaster to marble, his diary-traced journey south to Rome, his booming workshop and a world map of his art's reach. Basement level.

Now showingOngoingkr 110

Permanent Collections

Thorvaldsen's Collection of Antiques

Thorvaldsen's own hoard from Egypt, Greece, Etruria and Rome, from Egyptian amulets to Greek vases, gathered during his Roman years. First floor.

Permanent collectionkr 110

Thorvaldsen's Cast Collection

Plaster casts of antique and Renaissance masterpieces Thorvaldsen amassed in Rome, many just hands, feet and faces studied through an artist's eyes. Basement.

Permanent collectionkr 110

Thorvaldsen's Sculptures

Venus, Ganymede, Cupid and the Christ and Apostles models: Thorvaldsen's mythological marbles and plaster originals fill the museum's painted halls.

Permanent collectionkr 110

Nearby

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Christiansborg Palace

Architecture1 min walk

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National Museum of Denmark

Children4 min walk

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Museum of Copenhagen

Local History5 min walk

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Danish Architecture Center

Architecture6 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Thorvaldsens Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to Thorvaldsens Museum is kr 110. Under 18s free; seniors free on Tuesdays; free admission for all on Wednesdays. Annual pass 1+1 also covers Museum of Copenhagen and Nikolaj Kunsthal.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Thorvaldsens Museum?

Thorvaldsens Museum is open Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00; closed Mondays. Closed 24, 25 and 31 December and 1 January.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Thorvaldsens Museum?

Thorvaldsens Museum is located at Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads 2, 1213 København K, Denmark, in the Slotsholmen area of Copenhagen. The nearest stations are Gammel Strand (Metro M3/M4) and Kongens Nytorv (Metro).

What can I see at Thorvaldsens Museum?

Denmark's first public museum: a painted, temple-like home for Bertel Thorvaldsen's gleaming marble gods, heroes and his own grave. Current highlights include Thorvaldsen's Collection of Antiques, Thorvaldsen's Cast Collection and Life, Longing & Landscape – Thorvaldsen's Painting Collection.

Do I need to book Thorvaldsens Museum 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 Thorvaldsens Museum?

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.