The National Museum

Denmark starts here The National Museum of Denmark is the country’s largest museum of cultural history, bringing 9,000 years of Danish history together under one roof. Explore the people, stories, and ideas that have shaped Denmark through the ages, from prehistoric times to the present day.  

Step into Denmark's most significant treasure trove of stories

In the exhibition Prehistoric Denmark, you can see iconic finds such as the Sun Chariot, the Egtved Girl, and the Gundestrup Cauldron. You can also meet the Huldremose Woman, whose life and death continue to inspire wonder. Among Viking swords, silver treasures and divination amulets, you will gain insight into a time when Denmark was a maritime superpower.

From grandeur to play at child height

At the National Museum, you can immerse yourself in the historical halls from the 1700s — the Prince’s Palace, where stucco, panels and chandeliers bear witness to grandeur and elegance. For families with children, the Children’s Museum is the highlight, where you can sail in a Viking ship, cook in a medieval kitchen and experience school life in the 1950s. The best thing about it all is that you can touch, play and laugh as much as you want.

Explore the dramatic world of the Vikings – The Viking sorceress

The Vikings did not just sail, fight and trade. Through spectacular scenography, ancient objects and immersive storytelling, the Vølvens Varsel exhibition reveals how the Vikings understood life, death, nature and the future.

Ka-Chiing! 

A fun exhibition for families of all ages who want to explore money, trade and choices through games, hands-on activities and playful stories.

Free audio guide: Experience the museum at your own pace

Explore the museum at your own pace and learn about some of the greatest moments in Danish history.

Eat like a Dane

If history gets you hungry, take a break at Café Daisy. Enjoy the classic Danish Smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches) and other local specialties for lunch or have a cup of coffee and something sweet during your visit.

Bring home a piece of Denmark

Some memories fit in a suitcase. In the Museum Shop, you will find Danish design, books, gifts, jewelry, local specialties and high-quality replicas inspired by the museum’s collections.