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National Museum of Denmark, Copenhagen

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Travel through 14,000 years of history at National Museum of Denmark, which narrates the stories of the many different cultures that once thrived in this and other parts of the world. The museum's eclectic collection includes everything from Viking coins and Bronze Age coffins to Egyptian mummies and African masks. Offering a kind of crash course in Danish culture, the museum stores a vast collection of prehistoric archeological treasures unearthed from Denmark's soil over the last few centuries. The easiest way to see the most representative exhibits quickly is by guided tour. Stop by the information desk at the entrance to sign up for one, or visit the website for downloadable guides and leaflets. Admission is free. To visit National Museum of Denmark and other attractions in Copenhagen, use our Copenhagen vacation generator.
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  • August 17, 2017
    Here at the national museum, there is so much to experience for large and small. That one simply cannot go into the details of it all, you have to get there on several occasions. But my grandson was particularly impressed by the exhibition from Egypt.
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  • August 16, 2017
    There is a large and diverse museums, really. In a lifetime. Don't see too many sights in the city already es to think that there will be a lot of tutorial we become museums.
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  • August 15, 2017
    Free and written in the guide but unfortunately it is currently free of charge. I was quite shocked at the table signs. But that came in went so far, but I have too time to reverse. The content is great.
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  • June 4, 2017
    One of the highest quality I have ever been to. We visited there on our first day in Copenhagen, ended up spending pretty much all afternoon although we could easily spend several more hours. The timeline was amazing, everything was well displayed, explained and translated. It was a great start to see the culture and history of Denmark! It made me want to visit more Danish museums but sadly we did not have the time. Next time!
  • July 4, 2017
    Very nice Danish history & pre-history collections and information. The ethnographic artifacts upstairs are really cluttered and not nearly as enjoyable. I'd love to know more about where those collections came from (gifted v. stolen). The exhibit on Navajo blankets was wonderful if lacking the full horror/history of the Navajo people. In general, good museum whose dense collections need culling and organizing.
  • July 5, 2017
    Best museum I visited while in Europe! Section on Danish history was particularly interesting. Even if you are an English-only speaker, you will be amazed by the amount of information being presented here. Five stars
  • June 25, 2017
    So. Much. History. We went here only budgeting 90 minutes and barely skimmed the surface of items to see. The organization of the museum was impressive as well. Very quick moving and orderly.
  • April 9, 2017
    Really nice museum in Copenhagen, lots of things to see. You can spend a good half day here walking around. They have these miniature houses that were really cool to see. There's also different sections for art for different time periods. There's a mummy section too. Great for families or if you're just visiting.
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