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Morning Light at the National Museum

Beat the crowds at Copenhagen’s premier history museum, then wander through the greenery of Kongens Have.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 10:00

    Nationalmuseet

    Walk into the Nationalmuseet as it opens. The permanent collection is well laid out, making the first hour the quietest time to explore the impressive Danish prehistory and Viking artifacts before the midday rush.

  2. 11:00

    Illum

    Stop at Illum for a sweet treat. This 8-storey department store is smack in the middle of Strøget and houses small independent stores. It is open until 19:00 on weekdays, making it a reliable stop for a coffee or candy break during the day.

  3. 11:10

    Kongens Have

    Stroll through Kongens Have. This park adjacent to Rosenborg is the most frequented in the city and perfect for a post-museum stroll. The walk from the center takes about 19 minutes, so you can enjoy the open space and greenery.

Local tip

The museum is closed on Mondays in winter, so plan your visit on a Tuesday or later in the week.

Check before you go

  • Nationalmuseet is closed on Mondays in winter.
  • Illum is open Mo-Th 10:00-19:00.

Worth knowing

  • Illum is open at 11:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Copenhagen (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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