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Viking Museum (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Viking Museum?

54%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 54% Kids-Friendly: Children enter free and can view ship models and excavation layers, but steep stairs, no play area, and mostly text-based panels mean many under-12s lose interest after a short time.

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Reviews3.9/ 5
(from 1,164 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free entry for children: Kids under 18 enter free, making this a budget-friendly outing.
  • Compact and quick: The small size means children won’t tire quickly or lose interest.

Challenges:

  • No stroller access: Only stairs lead down, so bring a baby carrier or leave prams outside.
  • Limited hands-on exhibits: The space relies on signage and visible layers, with few interactive elements.
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What is Viking Museum?

  • An underground archaeological museum beneath Skt. Clemens Torv preserving the Viking-era settlement of Aros
  • In situ excavation of 10th-century streets, house foundations and workshop remains visible within its former cellars
  • A compact exhibition integrating archaeological layers, scale models and original Viking artifacts

What is so special about Viking Museum for with kids?

  1. Children under 18 enter free
  2. Descend original cellar to see in-situ Viking street
  3. Clear signage and visible artifacts engage young explorers
  4. Compact size suits families with limited time or attention spans
  5. Underground setting keeps you dry on rainy days

Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours

Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: The small underground space takes about 45–60 minutes to explore at a child-friendly pace, plus extra time for queues and photos.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Viking Museum

Descend the historic cellar stairs:

Walk down the original 18th-century stone stairs to reach the exhibition three meters below street level.

Tip: Hold children’s hands and go slowly—there is no elevator or ramp.

Explore the Viking street remains:

See the in-situ clay road, building foundations and everyday artifacts uncovered here.

Tip: Let kids spot small finds like pottery shards and hobnails at their eye level.

Read the interpretive panels:

Follow clear signage that tells the story of Viking trade, crafts and daily life.

Tip: Read sections aloud or ask children to summarize to keep them engaged.

Find hidden Viking objects:

Look for metal tools and pottery fragments displayed in glass cases.

Tip: Turn it into a scavenger hunt: give kids a list of items to find.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Viking Museum

  1. Go early: Arrive before noon to avoid narrow stairway crowds.
  2. Combine with city walk: After the museum, explore the nearby square and grab a treat at a café.
  3. Use a carrier: Carry infants in a sling since strollers cannot go downstairs.
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Reviews of Viking Museum

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Tiber Dacicus

Tiber Dacicus

Dec 2025

The name is misleading. It is not really a museum, it is a place where some remains were discovered, which are now exhibited in a room. And this room, no bigger than a studio apartment, is misleadingly called a museum. The price is low, 30 Danish kroner, but there is not much to see there. The tour of the room can probably be done in a few minutes. I do not regret visiting this place, but my expec...

Martin Gamer

Martin Gamer

Oct 2025

The Viking Museum lives up to its name and then some. You will feel immersed in Viking lore walking through its halls, a large quantity of artifacts in here are in a truly impressive state of preservation. The bog bodies plus extensive captions make this a visit here an enriching anthropological experience.

Kelvin Tan

Kelvin Tan

Jul 2025

Too small, no staff to help explain the place. Fully self guided. Mostly a satellite location for the moesgaard museum. The place is also quite dark, to protect some of the artifacts in the museum, so do take note if you are ever there. But generally you can give this place a miss. Most of the exhibits are in the pictures, so just save the money and buy yourself some souvenirs instead.

Dan Mark

Dan Mark

Apr 2025

I loved this fairly small local museum. It has a lot of local history that really makes walking the streets of Århus meaningful and inspiring. Look for the sign in order to find this museum.

Václav Spiegel

Václav Spiegel

Dec 2024

Lovely but small (service) museum (1 hour of reading and exploring everything), but most lovely thing is it's actually located on exact excavation spot, describing life in viking settlement, especially local one. With locations of craftsman, ramparts and how the local dug houses looked (with one replica).

When is the best time to visit Viking Museum (Aarhus, Denmark)?

Visit on rainy or cold days—the underground setting is dry and climate-controlled, great for when outdoor play isn’t an option.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
AdmissionDKK 0
Family snack in nearby caféDKK 120
Total EstimatedDKK 120

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Viking Museum

Address: Sankt Clemens Torv 6, 8000 Aarhus Centrum, Denmark

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About Viking Museum

Opening Hours

Monday:10:15 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday:10:15 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:10:15 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:10:15 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:10:15 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:10:15 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:10:15 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+45 87 39 40 00

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