All free museums and attractions to visit in Denmark

Denmark (Scandinavia) has a lot to offer for you culturally, even if you're on a budget, including free museums, free activities and free attractions. 117 museums and attractions in Denmark can be visited without charge.

Are you looking for free things to do in Denmark? These are the best places to visit:

  1. Danish Royal Castle1

    Danish Royal Castle

     Kolding
  2. Den Gamle By2

    Den Gamle By

     Aarhus
    Den Gamle By is an open-air town museum in Aarhus that is focused on illustrating Danish town culture. The museum consists of 75 historical buildings collected from 20 settlements from all over Denmark. The town with its buildings as a whole is the main attraction but most buildings can also be visi
  3. Danish Museum of Science and Technology3

    Danish Museum of Science and Technology

     Snekkersten
    Come here for a fun learning experience with the whole family. The museum includes hundreds of automobiles, a number of airplanes, etc.
  4. Kaleko Mølle4

    Kaleko Mølle

     Faaborg
  5. Aarestrup House Museum5

    Aarestrup House Museum

     Nysted
    In the early 19th century, the house was home to the Danish poet Emil Aarestrup and his family. It was here that Aarestrup penned many of his poems, which were later published and for which he gained fame. Visitors to the house can gain a sense of the environment that inspired Aarestrup's work and contributed to his literary legacy.
  6. Borgmestergården6

    Borgmestergården

     Nyborg
  7. The David Collection7

    The David Collection

     Copenhagen
    The David Collection (Davids Samling) is an art museum in Copenhagen that is housed in a neoclassical building opposite the Rosenborg castle gardens. The museum of the David Collection holds and displays art and crafts from 18th-century Europe, from the Danish Golden Age, modern Danish art, and one
  8. Visit Carlsberg8

    Visit Carlsberg

     Copenhagen
  9. Esbjerg Water Tower9

    Esbjerg Water Tower

     Esbjerg
  10. Mariager Saltcenter10

    Mariager Saltcenter

     Mariager
  11. Kastrupgård11

    Kastrupgård

     Kastrup
  12. Kulturhuset Boderne12

    Kulturhuset Boderne

     Næstved
  13. Bornholm Art Museum13

    Bornholm Art Museum

     Rø
  14. Eagle World14

    Eagle World

     Tuen
  15. Majbølle Mølle15

    Majbølle Mølle

     Majbølle
  16. North Sea Oceanarium16

    North Sea Oceanarium

     Hirtshals
    The oceanarium adopts a responsible approach: it strives to provide enough space so the animals can exhibit their natural behaviour.
  17. The Open Air Museum17

    The Open Air Museum

     Copenhagen
  18. Danish Welfare Museum18

    Danish Welfare Museum

     Svendborg
  19. Viking Museum19

    Viking Museum

     Lejre
    The Lejre Museum, situated in Gammel Lejre on Midtsjælland, is a cultural-historical museum that forms part of the Roskilde Museum. This museum offers a comprehensive insight into the history of the Lejre Municipality, from ancient times to the present day.
  20. Ringe Museum20

    Ringe Museum

     Ringe
    Ringe Museum is a local museum situated in the town of Ringe, which is located in the central part of Funen. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the region. The museum offers a unique insight into the local history and culture of the area.
  21. Lumby Mill21

    Lumby Mill

     Lumby
  22. Økolariet22

    Økolariet

     Vejle
  23. Farvergården23

    Farvergården

     Kerteminde
  24. Bindeballe Station24

    Bindeballe Station

     Bindeballe
  25. Annaborg - Hillerød Kunstforening25

    Annaborg - Hillerød Kunstforening

     Hillerød
  26. Jyllandsakvariet26

    Jyllandsakvariet

     Thyborøn
  27. Art Museum27

    Art Museum

     Holstebro
  28. Holstebro Museum28

    Holstebro Museum

     Holstebro
  29. Møstings Hus29

    Møstings Hus

     Frederiksberg
  30. Boldrup Museum30

    Boldrup Museum

     Stenild
    The Boldrup Museum is an agricultural museum situated slightly south of Nørager and to the north of Hobro. This location provides a serene and authentic rural setting that complements the museum's theme and exhibits.
  31. Baunhøj Mølle31

    Baunhøj Mølle

     Grenaa
  32. Lemvig Museum32

    Lemvig Museum

     Lemvig
  33. Hadsund Animal Garden33

    Hadsund Animal Garden

     Hadsund
  34. Øregaard Museum34

    Øregaard Museum

     Hellerup
  35. Ringkøbing Museum35

    Ringkøbing Museum

     Ringkøbing
    Ringkøbing Museum, the oldest of 13 departments under Ringkøbing-Skjern Museum, was formed as a result of a merger between Ringkøbing Museum and Skjern-Egvad Museum in 2007. This historical context adds to the rich heritage of the museum, making it a significant part of the local cultural landscape.
  36. Esbjerg Printing Museum36

    Esbjerg Printing Museum

     Esbjerg
  37. Odense Bunkermuseum37

    Odense Bunkermuseum

     Odense
  38. Hjedding Dairy Museum38

    Hjedding Dairy Museum

     Ølgod
  39. Open Air Museum39

    Open Air Museum

     Herning
  40. Danmarks Motorcykelmuseum40

    Danmarks Motorcykelmuseum

     Stubbekøbing
  41. Stubbekøbing Museum41

    Stubbekøbing Museum

     Stubbekøbing
  42. Langelandsfort42

    Langelandsfort

     Søndenbro
  43. The Border Museum43

    The Border Museum

     Frederikshøj
  44. Kliplev Lokalhistorisk Arkiv44

    Kliplev Lokalhistorisk Arkiv

     Kliplev
  45. Danmarks Museum for Lystsejlads45

    Danmarks Museum for Lystsejlads

     Svendborg
  46. Fredericia Town Museum46

    Fredericia Town Museum

     Fredericia
  47. Langelands Museum47

    Langelands Museum

     Rudkøbing
  48. Løkken Museum48

    Løkken Museum

     Løkken
  49. Dieselhouse49

    Dieselhouse

     Copenhagen
  50. Flakkebjerg School Museum50

    Flakkebjerg School Museum

     Flakkebjerg
  51. Hals Skanse51

    Hals Skanse

     Hals
  52. Humlemagasinet52

    Humlemagasinet

     Harndrup
  53. Museum Vestfyn Toldboden53

    Museum Vestfyn Toldboden

     Assens
  54. Museumsgården54

    Museumsgården

     Keldbylille
  55. Toldboden55

    Toldboden

     Kerteminde
  56. Dansk Klokkemuseum56

    Dansk Klokkemuseum

     Over Lert
  57. The Victorian Home57

    The Victorian Home

     Copenhagen
  58. Kunsthal Aarhus58

    Kunsthal Aarhus

     Aarhus
    Kunsthal Aarhus is a contemporary art centre in Aarhus in Denmark. The art centre's mission is to inspire and promote a general knowledge of the fine arts. The musuem does this by developing and presenting international contemporary art in its contemporary art centre.
  59. The Cathedral Museum - Church of Our Lady59

    The Cathedral Museum - Church of Our Lady

     Copenhagen
  60. Dansk Nutidsmuseum60

    Dansk Nutidsmuseum

     Aars
  61. Danish Revue Museum61

    Danish Revue Museum

     Copenhagen
    The Danish Revue Museum is a museum in Copenhagen that is housed in a Neoclassical country house built for August Jacob Christian Riise in 1860. The museum is dedicated to the history of humorous entertainment in Denmark, as well as the Danish Revue tradition. The collection contains pieces from the
  62. Museum for Banks and Saving Banks62

    Museum for Banks and Saving Banks

     Copenhagen
  63. Museum of Ancient Art63

    Museum of Ancient Art

     Aarhus
    The Museum of Ancient Art in Aarhus is a history museum that is dedicated to the ancient art and cultural history of the mediterranean countries. The museum focuses particularly on Ancient Greece, Etruscan civilization and Ancient Rome. The museum holds a collection of over 4,000 objects related to
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    Cultural Botanical Garden

     Odense
  65. Old Dyers Yard65

    Old Dyers Yard

     Ebeltoft
  66. Løkken Redningshus66

    Løkken Redningshus

     Løkken
  67. Viborg Kunsthal67

    Viborg Kunsthal

     Viborg
  68. Mølsteds Museum68

    Mølsteds Museum

     Dragør
  69. Museum Østjylland69

    Museum Østjylland

     Randers
  70. The House for Art and Design70

    The House for Art and Design

     Holstebro
  71. Roskilde Museum of Tools71

    Roskilde Museum of Tools

     Roskilde
  72. Roskilde Slagter Museum72

    Roskilde Slagter Museum

     Roskilde
  73. Museum Østjylland73

    Museum Østjylland

     Grenaa
  74. Jacob Michelsens Gård74

    Jacob Michelsens Gård

     Aabenraa
  75. Kastrupgårdsamlingen75

    Kastrupgårdsamlingen

     Kastrup
  76. Mid and West Jutland Railway Museum76

    Mid and West Jutland Railway Museum

     Struer
  77. Thisted Lilleby77

    Thisted Lilleby

     Thisted
  78. Vingsted Historical Workshops78

    Vingsted Historical Workshops

     Vejle
  79. Thy National Park79

    Thy National Park

     Faddersbøl
    Thy National Park, one of the four national parks in Denmark, holds the distinction of being the first national park on Danish mainland territory. Established on June 29, 2007, the park spans an impressive area of 244 km², offering a vast expanse of natural beauty for visitors to explore.
  80. Brohuset ved Hammershus80

    Brohuset ved Hammershus

     Dammen
  81. E Bindstouw81

    E Bindstouw

     Lysgård
    E Bindstouw is a quaint local museum situated in the town of Lysgård, to the south of Viborg. It is managed by the Viborg Museum and is open to the public only during the months of July and August. This information is crucial for tourists planning their visit to ensure they schedule it within the museum's operating months.
  82. Reersø Museum82

    Reersø Museum

     Reersø
  83. Toftum School83

    Toftum School

     Toftum
    Toftum Skole, situated on the Danish North Sea island of Rømø, is recognized as one of the smallest school buildings in Denmark. This unique attribute adds to its charm and historical significance, making it an interesting site for tourists who appreciate architecture and history.
  84. Randbøldal Museum84

    Randbøldal Museum

     Randbøldal
  85. Karlsladen85

    Karlsladen

     Rostved
  86. Enigma – Museum of Post, Tele and Communication86

    Enigma – Museum of Post, Tele and Communication

     Copenhagen
    The Enigma – Museum of Post, Tele and Communication is an interactive museum in Copenhagen that is dedicated to communication. The collection includes old phones, first mobile phones or even letters dating back to the 17th century.
  87. Regional Museum87

    Regional Museum

     Hirtshals
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    Jyllands Park Zoo

     Fjelstervang
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    Skovhuset Kunst & Natur

     Værløse
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    PapegøjeLand

     Husum-Ballum
  91. 91

    Pangea Park

     Bjæverskov
  92. Ringkøbing Museum92

    Ringkøbing Museum

     Skjern
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    Stenaldercenter Ertebølle

     Ertebølle
  94. 94

    Hillerød Town Museum

     Hillerød
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    Samsø Tekniske Museum

     Langemark
    The Samsø Austin Museum is a technical museum situated to the east of Torup on the island of Samsø. The museum's main focus is on the display of cars from the Austin brand. This unique collection offers visitors a chance to explore the history and evolution of this iconic car brand.
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    Myrthuegård

     Guldager Stationsby
  97. 97

    Herb Garden

     Aalborg
  98. 98

    Bonbon Museum 2.0

     Hedegårde
  99. 99

    Nakskov Brandmuseum

     Nakskov
  100. 100

    Danmarks Kartoffelmuseum

     Hasmark
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    Høkeren

     Kerteminde
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    Birkerød Art Association

     Birkerød
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    Ulstrup Mill

     Ulstrup
    Recently renovated Dutch gallery mill. Perfect vantage point and a reminder of the region's history.
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    Ballerup Museum

     Ballerup
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    Migration Museum of Denmark

     Farum
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    Skovsgaard's Mill- and Bakery Museum

     Fladholte
  107. 107

    Møsting's House

     Copenhagen
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    Kramboden

     Odense
  109. 109

    Østerskov Museum

     Haderslev
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    Tobaksladen

     Tranekær
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    The Bunker Museum

     Fredericia
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    Karrebæksminde Fiskeri- og Bymuseum

     Karrebæksminde
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    Egnssamlingen

     Saltum
  114. 114

    Thorsbro Vandværks Museum

     Torslunde
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    VW & Retro Museum

     Ulfborg
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    Ravningbroen

     Bredsten
  117. 117

    Øster Han Herreds Egnssamling

     Tranum