What makes it 68% Baby-Friendly: Borrowable strollers, elevators and flat gardens ease navigation with an infant, yet no in-museum changing tables or nursing room means extra planning or nearby city pit stops.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time to explore the main exhibits, stroll the garden and rest in the café with your baby.
Main Exhibition Tour:
Explore 12 chronological rooms of Andersen’s life and works.
Tip: Use a baby carrier inside the exhibition; large prams aren’t allowed.
H.C. Andersen’s Birthplace:
Visit the original childhood home with three small rooms.
Tip: Carry your baby through narrow doorways for the best experience.
Fairy Tale Garden Stroll:
Walk themed gardens featuring sculptures, lakes and sunken paths.
Tip: Paths are flat and pram-friendly—ideal for a mid-visit break.
Café Deilig Comfort Stop:
Enjoy light meals, coffee and pastries in the garden café.
Tip: Ask for a high chair and choose a corner table for more space.

Oksana Drobnytsia
I was very impressed. It was incredibly magical. I adore the poet, and for me, visiting his dim (this museum) was like touching a sacred place. I liked how modern and antique styles were combined. I learned a lot of new things. The atmosphere inside is magical and enchanting.
Gerda Barčienė
It's really worth every cent for this museum. With ticket you get free like phone thing and you can listen history on it without headphones. The history is interesting, the main hall is amazing with interactive fairy tales.
Li Smith
Probably the biggest tourist attraction in Odense, so definitely needs a visit. Well laid out, with a detailed history of his life first, followed by a wonderland of activities for the kids (thank God they didn't do this bit first otherwise you'd never get the kids round the rest of it!) Well curated, and the audio guide worked flawlessly. TBH I hadn't really heard of the fella, but still enjoyed ...
James Andrews
Loved it. Great experience for younger ones and still kept us parents interested. The place tells the story of the life of Hans Christian Anderson. Through the main part of the museum you can use these audio guidebooks which were great at also keeping our 4 and 6 year old engaged. The audio bits were easy to do and didn't last too long. Maybe a minute or two maximum for most (a complaint I have fo...
Mythri V K
Truly magical and indeed very interactive experience. One of the best museum I have ever visited. The story telling,lighting, the ambience everything felt right into the place. I even had a chance to draw and make a silent book for myself which I believe is one of the unique souvenir that I could ever get. I could spent hours and hours without getting bored. I never thought visiting a museum coul...
Spring and summer bring lush garden blooms. Winter visits offer quieter exhibits and indoor warmth.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult admission (2 adults) | DKK 240 |
| Café snack and drink | DKK 50 |
| Total Estimated | DKK 290 |
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