What makes it 86% Solo-Friendly: The free audio guide, quiet galleries and reflective gardens let solo travelers move at their own pace and think deeply; lockers and the café add comfort.
Why 2–3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Enough time to explore the main museum, audio guide, birthplace and garden at a relaxed pace.
Audio guide exploration:
Choose sections of the 70-minute audio guide to suit your interests.
Tip: Download the guide at the ticket desk and pause at any exhibit to dive deeper.
Visit Andersen’s birthplace:
Walk to the small yellow house on Munkemøllestræde where Andersen was born.
Tip: Read the English panels and imagine his childhood here.
Fairy Tale Garden photography:
Snap sculptures and themed plantings across six garden sections.
Tip: Go early to avoid crowds and capture soft morning light.
Sketch or journal time:
Find a bench in the garden or foyer to write or draw.
Tip: Bring a small notebook to record inspiration from Andersen’s stories.
Solo coffee at Café Deilig:
Enjoy a Danish pastry and coffee in the garden café.
Tip: Order a ‘kaffe’ and sit by the window for garden views.

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...
Visit from late spring to early autumn for blooming flowers in the garden. In winter, check for shorter opening hours and dress warmly for outdoor sections.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Entry ticket (includes audio guide & garden) | DKK 120 |
| Coffee & pastry at Café Deilig | DKK 50 |
| Souvenir from the museum shop | DKK 100 |
| Total Estimated | DKK 270 |
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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