Experimentarium: Copenhagen's Interactive Science Playground
Unleash your curiosity at Experimentarium, Copenhagen’s immersive science centre with hands-on exhibits, captivating installations, and family-friendly adventures.
Experimentarium, situated in Hellerup just north of central Copenhagen, is Denmark's most interactive science centre. This vibrant and family-friendly museum transforms science into hands-on adventures, letting all ages experiment with light, water, sound, physics, the body, and the natural world. Spanning three floors, its colourful halls are filled with inventively designed exhibits and immersive installations. Originally founded in 1991, Experimentarium’s 2017 renovation doubled its space and wowed visitors with spectacular features such as the iconic Helix staircase.
A brief summary to Sundstorget
- Helsingborg, 252 21, SE
Local tips
- Arrive early in school holiday periods to avoid crowds, as it’s especially popular with families and local groups.
- Lockers are available for bags and coats—highly recommended as you’ll be active throughout your visit.
- Don’t skip the Helix staircase—it offers great views from above and is a photo favourite.
- Food is available at the café but bringing your own snacks for the picnic area is allowed and common.
- Check for temporary exhibitions and science shows—they rotate frequently and add new experiences.
Getting There
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Public Transport
Experimentarium is easily accessible from Copenhagen’s city centre via the S-train network. From the major hubs, a direct train to Hellerup Station takes around 10–15 minutes. From there, the museum is a short journey by local bus or a leisurely walk along the waterfront area, with the modern glass and copper building appearing as a striking landmark. A standard adult fare within the city’s public transport zones costs approximately DKK 24. Expect well-marked routes and plenty of signage pointing toward the science centre once in the Hellerup neighbourhood.
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Taxi
A taxi from City Hall Square or major hotels in the centre brings you to Experimentarium in about 15–20 minutes outside peak hours. For a typical fare, budget around DKK 120–180 depending on traffic and time of day. The journey follows the coastal stretch and ends in the Tuborg Harbour area, with the museum’s contemporary façade visible close to the water. Taxis can drop you directly at the entrance.
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Driving/Parking
If arriving by car, Experimentarium sits within the Tuborg Harbour complex, with its own paid parking lots. Charges typically average DKK 12–16 per hour. The area has limited spaces during weekends and school holidays, so arriving early helps. No tolls or congestion fees apply in this part of Greater Copenhagen.
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Cycling/Walking
For those eager for an active approach, Experimentarium is located along the scenic coastal cycle and pedestrian routes that stretch north from central Copenhagen. The trip by bike usually takes just under half an hour at a leisurely pace. Along the way, you’ll pass harbourside parks, marinas, and local cafes dotted around the Østerbro and Hellerup neighbourhoods. Dedicated cycle parking is available onsite.
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