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Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek?

90%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 90% Solo-Friendly: A solo visitor can roam quiet sculpture halls, rent an audio guide, linger in the Winter Garden, and join free English tours, so independent exploration stays engaging and stress-free.

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Reviews4.6/ 5
(from 14,342 reviews)

Positives:

  • Self-guided flexibility: Audio guides and ‘Listen!’ installations let you explore on your own schedule
  • Café in the galleries: Café Picnic in the Winter Garden lets you grab coffee or a light meal between rooms

Challenges:

  • Bag storage fee: Large backpacks must go in basement lockers for DKK 20 coin return
  • Stair-only access: Older wings lack elevators—ask staff for ground-floor routes if needed
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What is Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek?

  • A fine art museum in Copenhagen established by brewer Carl Jacobsen in 1888 to house his collection of Mediterranean antiquities and 19th-century French and Danish paintings
  • Holds over 10,000 artworks spanning ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome alongside Danish Golden Age and French Impressionist sculptures and paintings
  • Occupies a classical building completed in 1897, anchored by a glass-roofed Winter Garden and complemented by a modern extension by Henning Larsen Architects

What is so special about Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek for solo trip?

  1. Explore the tranquil Winter Garden with palms and fountain
  2. Follow sculptural displays from Ancient Egypt to Greece
  3. Use audio tools and free tours to enrich your solo visit
  4. Visit Thursday evenings or Sundays for quiet or free entry

Recommended visit duration: 1–3 hours

Why 1–3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time to explore the Winter Garden and main galleries at a relaxed pace

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Solo-Friendly Activities in Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Wander the Winter Garden:

Enjoy the palm-filled hall and central fountain under vaulted glass

Tip: Visit early or Thursday evening (open until 10 pm) for fewer visitors

Follow the ancient sculpture trail:

See Egyptian, Etruscan and Greek works in chronological order

Tip: Pick up a map at the desk to guide your self-paced route

Join the free English tour:

Get insights on highlights from a guide

Tip: Tours run Sundays at 1 pm (May–August); collect your free ticket 15 minutes before

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

  1. Buy tickets online: Skip the front-desk line by booking your admission in advance
  2. Start on the top floor: Begin with the French impressionists then descend through older collections
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Reviews of Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

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Laura M.

Laura M.

Jan 2026

This museum is fabulous! And free every last Wednesday of the month. There are token machines placed downstairs so you can pay by card and for 20 DKK you'll get a token for the locker. The art collection is very impressive so the history of the place itself. The canteen gets very very crowded so you can wait up to 30-45 mins until you get your food. Even though, the food and cakes are delicious. O...

Petek S.

Petek S.

Jan 2026

exceeded my expectations. I honestly didn’t anticipate being this impressed, but from the moment I stepped inside, it became clear that this is not a museum you rush through — it’s a place you truly live in for a while. I spent at least 5–6 hours here, and it still didn’t feel like enough. The collection is incredibly rich and thoughtfully curated, spanning ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Etr...

Alex Jezdik

Alex Jezdik

Jan 2026

It is a beautiful place with a lot of interesting and carefully arranged statue exhibition. Starting from ancient Egypt, via Rome and Greek to Danish and Norsk sculptures. We enjoyed the time there and the Wintergarten is very nice as well.

Oleksandra Fiks

Oleksandra Fiks

Jan 2026

Today I had the chance to visit the Glyptotek in Copenhagen. As much as my stubborn soul resisted going, this decision — on the advice of my dear friend— turned out to be absolutely right. I have never in my life (and I say this without any dramatization) seen sculptures like the ones here. From the very first step into the museum, I was enchanted by its architecture: at first glance, it feels ...

R V

R V

Sep 2025

Beautiful museum! I absolutely love when museums are filled with statues and this one was filled with them! The building is stunning as well, with sort of an indoor garden by the entrance and big rooms filled with artwork. There’s also a rooftop which was a surprise and has a stunning view of Copenhagen. The reason why I’m not giving them more stars is because of how rude the staff were in the mu...

When is the best time to visit Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek (Copenhagen, Denmark)?

Admission is free every Sunday. From May to August, join the free English tour at 1 pm. On Thursdays, stay until 10 pm to explore in quieter evening light.

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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult admissionDKK 75
Basement locker (optional)DKK 20
Total EstimatedDKK 95

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 Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Address: Dantes Plads 7, 1556 København, Denmark

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About Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 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

Official Website

Phone Number

+45 33 41 81 41

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