National Museum of Denmark

With over 14 million artefacts inside the National Museum of Denmark, unearth Denmark’s fascinating past from ancient Demark and the Viking era to German occupation and beyond. The Danish Prehistory exhibit features the must-see Bronze Age Sun Chariot and the legendary story of the Egtved Girl. You’ll get to see intricately crafted jewellery, weaponry and helmets of Demnark’s Viking ancestors too.

The museum will also transport you through different eras of Danish art, with works by celebrated artists such as Christen Købke and Vilhelm Hammershøi and revolutionary works of the Danish Golden Age. For those interested in royal history, the collection of Danish crown jewels is not to be missed. Adorned with dazzling diamonds, emeralds, and pearls, these treasures embody centuries of royal tradition.

Expand your horizons and travel the globe. Yes, it’s possible thanks to the museum’s dedicated areas to the cultures of different continents. You can also enjoy a range of interactive exhibits where history is brought to life before your very eyes. Get hands-on with archaeological excavations, ancient crafts and engage with multimedia presentations that provide a deeper understanding of Denmark's fascinating past.