Museums and art in public spaces
For an inspiring day out and a chance to better understand your new home, why not try one of Copenhagen’s museums? A rich showcase of the past, present, and future awaits. Denmark’s history, art, and culture takes the centre stage at four city museums. Learn about the life of Søren Kierkegaard at the Museum of Copenhagen, or surround yourself with modern art in the former St Nicholas Church - now home to Nikolaj Kunsthal. Paintings from the Danish Golden Age also await at the museum dedicated to Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen. Make sure to check out entry prices and exhibitions online before you visit.
Map of museums and city archives
Below is a map and a list of the City of Copenhagen's museums and city archives.
You can search for an address in the search box to find museums nearby.
Art in public spaces
Read about art in public spaces and find examples of sculptures, monuments, fountains, light installations, video installations, decorations and other works of art. You can also learn about the artists, history, location, materials and so on.
The Culture and Leisure Administration
Rådhuspladsen 1