What makes it 86% Solo-Friendly: The museum offers free audio guides, varied Danish history displays, quiet reading corners, and social public tours, but the 150 DKK ticket may feel pricey if you rush through.
Why 3-5 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Enough time to explore the permanent exhibitions, follow the must-see list, and join a Viking tour
Use the free audio guide app:
Explore all galleries at your own pace with commentary
Tip: Download the app before your visit and enable offline mode to save data
Follow the “10 Must-See Things” list:
Hit key highlights like royal treasures and prehistoric finds
Tip: Pick up the printed list at the information desk to stay on track
Join the public Viking tour:
Learn Viking history from an expert guide in the entrance hall
Tip: Book online in advance; tours run at 14:00 on weekends
Relax in the café and shop:
Rest over smørrebrød or browse replica artifacts
Tip: No museum ticket needed; use free Wi-Fi in both areas

Meriç Öztürk
A fantastic museum. It tells Danish history from the Viking Age to the present day in a very engaging way. The collection is incredibly rich and the Viking artifacts are especially fascinating. Definitely a must-visit in Copenhagen
Kevin O'Dwyer
The Viking artefacts at the National Museum of Denmark offer a vivid and grounded insight into everyday life, belief systems, and craftsmanship in the Viking Age. Beyond the familiar imagery of warriors and longships, the collection reveals finely worked objects of daily use—combs, keys, jewellery, tools, and textiles—that speak to a society deeply invested in design, symbolism, and skilled making...
Andrew Vandekerckhove
We went with our kids (7 and 9) and absolutely loved this museum. Most visitors just think “Vikings” when they think about Scandinavia. However, the Nordic Bronze Age and earlier periods have so much fascinating and under-appreciated history and this museum covers it beautifully. Several of their displays like the Gundestrup Cauldron, Sun Chariot and Huldremose Woman are deservedly world famous. ...
Marcia Regina Cominetti
We visited the National Museum of Denmark today and it was a genuinely positive experience. The museum feels welcoming, well organized, and intellectually rigorous without being intimidating, which made the visit both enjoyable and enriching. We enjoyed so much the Viking exhibition! What impressed me most about it was the technological experience and at the same time, how human and nuanced it fel...
Penny Gaffney
Good big museum with multiple levels and buildings! Vast varieties of many contents and really interesting things to see! There is a little children playground in the middle of the complex but only for children and with an extra fees. (I saw a Viking set up with a guys dress in the Viking style but we can't go in as an adult 😞) The Doll House section was super impressive with the number and size ...
Summer afternoons get busy—arrive at opening to avoid lines. Winter weekdays are quieter for a more peaceful visit.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult admission (online) | DKK 135 |
| Danish sandwich at café | DKK 75 |
| Small souvenir | DKK 100 |
| Total Estimated | DKK 310 |
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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