Step into Denmark’s greatest treasure trove of stories
In the exhibition Prehistoric Denmark, you can experience iconic finds such as the Sun Chariot, the Egtved Girl and the Gundestrup Cauldron.
You can also meet the mysterious Huldremose Woman, whose life and death still inspire wonder. Among Viking weapons, silver treasures and amulets, you sense a time when Denmark ruled the seas – with trade, faith and adventure in its veins.
Modern exhibitions that engage
In the museum’s latest exhibitions, The Viking Sorceress, you’ll gain a rare insight into Viking beliefs, fate and worldviews, told through the eyes of the völva – a seeress and cultural icon of the Viking Age. And in KA-CHING!, we ask how money has shaped our societies and our lives over thousands of years. You can even join the game yourself win the million and a dip in the money bath?
A place to explore and play
In the National Museum there’s time and place for reflection in the grand halls of the 18th-century Prince’s Palace, where stucco, chandeliers and wood panels whisper stories of elegance and power.
For families, The Children’s Museum is a highlight. Children under 18 enter for free and can sail a Viking ship, cook in a medieval kitchen or try school life in the 1950s – and yes, they can touch, play and laugh as much as they like.
See the highlights – or take your time to explore
You can discover the museum at your own pace with our free audio. If you’re visiting as a group, book a private tour – for instance, in the unique Victorian Apartment, an atmospheric glimpse into 19th-century life.
Taste history – or take it home with you
In the museum restaurant, you can enjoy classic Danish dishes, coffee and cake. In the museum shop you’ll find historic gifts and delicacies – from beer brewed on ancient recipes to unique design items for all ages.
A house full of stories
The National Museum holds far more than Denmark’s own history. Enjoy the world’s largest collection of artefacts from Greenland – from sealskin clothing and kayaks to amulets telling stories of Arctic life. In the ethnographic collection, you can explore cultures from across the globe and glimpse how people through time have lived, created and interpreted the world in their own way.
A visit to the National Museum is an experience for all your senses – and we can’t wait to welcome you.