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- Denmark
- Copenhagen
- Copenhagen Historical Museums
Copenhagen Historical Museums
The rich history of Denmark, from Viking days through to the
Second World War resistance movement, is encapsulated in
fascinating collections of artefacts housed in a series of museums
in and around Copenhagen. The Prince's Palace in the city centre
houses the National Museum covering Danish history in general and a
collection of international antiquities. The open air museum a few
miles north of the city makes for a fascinating excursion with its
100 or so buildings, most relocated from elsewhere in the country,
set out to illustrate what life was like in rural Denmark in days
of yore. Visitors can get up to date on the history of the city
itself in the Copenhagen City Museum, housed in the Royal Shooting
Society's palace dating from 1787.
Information & Facts
Address
The Copenhagen City Museum, Vesterbrogade 59. The National
Museum, Ny Vestergade 10. Open Air Museum, Kongevejen 100
Admission
Copenhagen City Museum: kr 20 (adults), children under
18 free; Fridays free for all. National Museum: Free. Open Air
Museum: Free.
Language
Danish is the official language, but English is
understood and widely used.
Money
Danish currency is the Krone (DKK), made up of 100 ore. ATMs are
liberally sprinkled throughout the country, and all major credit
cards are widely accepted, expecially Visa. Travellers cheques are
welcome at banks and hotels. Most banks are not open at weekends,
however Copenhagen has several bureaux de change which stay open
late at night, seven days a week.
Opening Times
Copenhagen City Museum: Wednesday to Monday 10am to
4pm, until 9pm on Wednesdays. National Museum: Tuesday to Sunday
10am to 5pm. Open Air Museum: Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 5pm (3
April and 30 September). Rest of the year Tuesday to Sunday 10am to
4pm (until 9pm on Thursdays throughout July)
Time
GMT +1 (GMT +2 from last Sunday in March to the last Sunday
in October).