Overview
Housed in a former princely palace built in 1743, this is Denmark's largest cultural history museum, with an extensive collection spanning prehistory to the modern era. Highlights include the Bronze Age Sun Chariot (Solvognen), Viking Age artifacts, and Egyptian, Greek, and Roman antiquities, plus a hands-on children's museum. It's just a few minutes' walk from Strøget. Permanent collection free (special exhibits paid - details may change). 3-minute walk from Metro Gammel Strand station.
Travel Tips
Don't miss the Bronze Age Sun Chariot gallery. The children's museum corner is great if you're traveling with kids.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Copenhagen, Denmark from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Denmark on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Korean Community · Korean Food
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Attractions near National Museum of Denmark
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Strøget
One of Europe's longest pedestrian shopping streets, stretching about 1.1km.
📍 495m away
Rosenborg Castle
A 17th-century Renaissance castle housing the Danish crown jewels.
📍 1.3km away
Frederik's Church (Marmorkirken)
A Neoclassical church boasting one of Scandinavia's largest domes.
📍 1.5km away
Freetown Christiania
A unique self-governing freetown brimming with art and alternative culture.
📍 1.6km away
Things to Do in Copenhagen
Copenhagen Canal Cruise
1-hour canal tour from Nyhavn covering the Little Mermaid, Opera House, Christiansborg Palace and more. About DKK 105 (EUR 15)
Copenhagen Bike Tour
Explore Copenhagen like a local on a 3-hour guided bike tour through major sights and hidden neighborhoods. About DKK 350 (EUR 47)
Tivoli Gardens All-Day Pass
Entry + unlimited rides at Tivoli Gardens. Enjoy the fairy-tale atmosphere with 110,000 lights at night. All-day pass about DKK 405 (EUR 55)