The best museums in Odense in January 2026

These are the top 10 best museums in Odense, Denmark, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2026. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

For a complete overview of museums in Odense, their exhibitions and discount cards & passes, see our overview page with all museums in Odense.

Looking for the best museums in Odense? These are the best ones:

  1. Hans Christian Andersen's Childhood Home1

    Hans Christian Andersen's Childhood Home

     Odense
    H.C. Andersen's Childhood Home is a small museum situated in Munkemøllestræde 3-5, originally known as Klingenberg 646, in Odense. The museum covers a total area of approximately 42 square meters.
  2. TID - Museum for Odense2

    TID - Museum for Odense

     Odense
    The TID - Museum for Odense is a cultural history museum located in the heart of Odense. It is situated in a block surrounded by Sortebrødre Stræde, Hans Mules Gade, Claus Bergs Gade and Overgade on Østerbro. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city.
  3. The Funen Village3

    The Funen Village

     Odense
    The Funen Village is an open-air museum situated in the neighborhood of Fruens Bøge in Odense, Denmark. This location offers a unique opportunity to explore Danish history and culture in an immersive, outdoor setting.
  4. The Danish Railway Museum4

    The Danish Railway Museum

     Odense
    The Danish Railway Museum, a four-star tourist attraction, is conveniently located in Dannebrogsgade in Odense, right next to the Odense Train Station. This makes it easily accessible for tourists who are visiting the city or passing through.
  5. Art Museum Brandts5

    Art Museum Brandts

     Odense
    Kunstmuseum Brandts, located in Odense, is the largest art museum in the region of Fyn. It is a combined museum for art and visual culture, housed in the historic Brandts Klædefabrik. The museum offers a unique blend of Danish and international visual art and photography, making it a significant cultural destination in the city.
  6. Odense Zoo6

    Odense Zoo

     Odense
    Odense Zoo, situated at Søndre Boulevard in Odense, was inaugurated on May 16, 1930. Initially, it was known as Odense Dyrehave, but it adopted its current name in 1933. This historical background adds to the charm and appeal of the zoo, making it a place of interest for tourists.
  7. The Time Collection7

    The Time Collection

     Odense
    Tidens Samling, located in Odense, is a unique cultural history museum that allows visitors to experience the evolution of clothing, form, and housing throughout the 20th century, from 1900 to the 1990s. Unlike traditional museums, Tidens Samling encourages a hands-on approach, allowing visitors to touch the displayed items, sit on the furniture, open drawers, look at books, and even try on the clothes.
  8. Jernalderlandsbyen Odins Odense8

    Jernalderlandsbyen Odins Odense

     Odense
    Jernalderlandsbyen Odins Odense, previously known as Jernalderlandsbyen, is a small independent open-air museum located on the outskirts of Odense. The museum features houses from the Iron Age, providing a glimpse into what life looked like approximately 2000 years ago. It's a unique opportunity for visitors to step back in time and experience the living conditions of the Iron Age people.
  9. Thriges Kraftcentral9

    Thriges Kraftcentral

     Odense
    Thriges Kraftcentral is a unique destination for those interested in the history of electrical engineering. This well-preserved industrial building offers a rare glimpse into the early days of this field. Visitors can explore the building and its intact interior, which has been carefully preserved to maintain its historical authenticity.
  10. Odense Bunkermuseum10

    Odense Bunkermuseum

     Odense

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