Copenhagen Free Walking Tours Travel Guide

Free Guide: Discover masterpieces from the Danish Golden Age and European classics to contemporary art in Denmark’s largest art museum, set by Copenhagen’s serene city park.

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Discover masterpieces from the Danish Golden Age and European classics to contemporary art in Denmark’s largest art museum, set by Copenhagen’s serene city park.

The SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst is Denmark’s premier art museum, set in a striking building at the edge of Copenhagen’s leafy Østre Anlæg Park. Housing a world-class collection, the museum offers an impressive journey through seven centuries of Danish and European art, including works by Matisse, Rubens, Rembrandt, and local masters. With its light-filled modern extension, vibrant contemporary galleries, and family-friendly atmosphere, the SMK is an essential stop for culture lovers seeking both grandeur and creativity at the heart of the city.

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Opening hours

Every day10:30 am–4:30 pm

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Address: Mikkel Bryggers Gade 9, 1460 København
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Walking

From Copenhagen’s bustling city center, it’s about a 15–20 minute walk north through the atmospheric streets toward the entrance of Østre Anlæg Park. The museum’s stately building stands out at the park’s edge, with the Royal residence of Rosenborg Castle nearby offering a helpful point of reference along the way. Walking is pleasant and mostly flat, with plenty of opportunities for people-watching.

Public Transport

Multiple city buses run from central hubs such as Nørreport Station directly toward the museum's vicinity, with stops a short stroll from its main entrance. Single tickets for buses are typically around 24–25 DKK for an adult within the city zones. Metro riders can alight at Nørreport and continue the rest of the way on foot, passing notable city parks and historic landmarks.

Taxi

Taxis from the central station or city hotels usually reach the museum in 5–10 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect fares of about 80–120 DKK. Taxis can drop guests at the accessible main entrance, and Copenhagen’s licensed cabs accept credit cards.

Driving/Parking

While driving is possible, parking in the immediate area is limited and subject to municipal fees, typically ranging from 19–38 DKK per hour. Visitors may find increased availability in the early mornings or late afternoons, and there are spaces suitable for persons with disabilities near the entrance.

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Copenhagen’s SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst, or National Gallery of Denmark, is a cultural cornerstone renowned for its art historical breadth and inspiring setting. The museum’s grand neoclassical façade welcomes visitors on the edge of the tranquil Østre Anlæg Park, an inviting contrast to the bustle of central Copenhagen. Step inside to discover Denmark’s most expansive art collection, spanning from the Renaissance to the cutting edge of contemporary creativity.

The permanent collection boasts celebrated Danish Golden Age paintings, evocative European masterpieces by Mantegna, Cranach, Rubens, and Rembrandt, and a renowned suite of works by modern icons such as Picasso, Matisse, and Nolde. Temporary exhibitions ensure there’s always something new, while the modern, glass-fronted extension is itself a statement—flooded with natural light and home to the museum’s lively contemporary wing.

Visitors find much more than paintings: graphic arts, sculpture, video installations, and rotating showcases offer a changing landscape of experiences. The on-site café invites a pause with views of the park, while the museum shop brims with art books and gifts. SMK is praised for its welcoming spirit, with family zones, interactive installations, guided tours, and kid-friendly events making it accessible to all ages. The museum’s blend of classic and modern, depth and innovation, offers a uniquely Danish environment for experiencing the visual arts—a place as engaging for first-time visitors as for seasoned art lovers.

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