All film museums to visit in Scandinavia

Discover the world of cinema at 10 film museums in Scandinavia. These museums celebrate the art and history of filmmaking, from classic movies to modern blockbusters.

Are you a movie buff looking to dive into the world of film? These are the top film museums in Scandinavia:

  1. Vridsløselille Prison1

    Vridsløselille Prison

     Albertslund
    Vridsløselille Prison, located in Albertsløselille, Denmark, is a former state prison with a rich history. It was operational from 1859 to 2016, serving as a correctional facility for men over the age of 23. The prison was known for its strict enforcement of imprisonment and execution of arrests, housing a total of 241 inmates at its peak.
  2. Bergman Center2

    Bergman Center

     Mölnor
    A must-see for every fan of Sweden's most famous director. The centre presents his amazing work in the setting of Farö where he spent a portion of his life.
  3. Film Museum3

    Film Museum

     Oslo
    One of the main attractions at Filmens Hus is the cinema offering Cinemateket, which is operated by the Norsk filminstitutt (NFI). Cinemateket is a specialized cinema that focuses on showcasing classic films and alternative contemporary films. While membership in Cinemateket offers a discount on entrance tickets, it is not necessary to become a member to watch a film. This makes it a great place for tourists who are film enthusiasts to visit.
  4. Dansmuseet - Rolf de Mare's Museum of Movement4

    Dansmuseet - Rolf de Mare's Museum of Movement

     Stockholm
    Dansmuseet - Rolf de Mare's Museum of Movement (The Dance Museum) is a museum in Stockholm dedicated to the performing and visual arts. The museum holds and displays a collection of materials from Western Europe which date between 1500 and 1850, a journal collection that dates from the turn of the 2
  5. Søgne Old Vicarage5

    Søgne Old Vicarage

     Søgne
    Søgne gamle prestegård, or Søgne Old Vicarage, is a significant historical site in Søgne, Agder. It is a medieval vicarage and holds the distinction of being the first registered farm in the area. This makes it a site of considerable historical interest, offering visitors a glimpse into the region's past.
  6. Danish Revue Museum6

    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
  7. Berlevåg Harbor Museum7

    Berlevåg Harbor Museum

     Berlevåg
    The Berlevåg Harbor Museum is situated in the town of Berlevåg, in the Finnmark region of Norway. It forms part of the Museums for Coastal Culture and Reconstruction in Finnmark and the Coastal Administration Museums. The museum is housed in the old premises of the State Harbor Authority, which were rebuilt after the burning down of Berlevåg in the autumn of 1944 during the German retreat.
  8. North Atlantic House8

    North Atlantic House

     Copenhagen
    Nordatlantens Brygge, or North Atlantic House is a cultural center where visitors can experience art and culture from the Faroe Islands, Greenland and Iceland and the rest of the Nordic region. Visitors can experience everything from art exhibitions, concerts and films to events and lectures, with b
  9. Huset Aukrust9

    Huset Aukrust

     Alvdal
    Huset Aukrust, previously known as Aukrustsenteret, is a museum located in Alvdal, Innlandet. It is dedicated to the works of Kjell Aukrust, a renowned Norwegian artist, and was inaugurated in 1996. The museum showcases a wide range of Aukrust's works, including his drawings, paintings, and his imaginative creations.
  10. Tycho Brahe Planetarium10

    Tycho Brahe Planetarium

     Copenhagen
    Named after the famous astronomer Tycho Brahe, this planetarium is now an attraction in Copenhagen. The center allows you to learn while being entertained at the same time. The planetarium's permanent exhibition is focused on natural science, astronomy, and space travel. During the day, you can expe