Naturama Svendborg
A modern nature theatre in Svendborg where whales, Ice Age giants and Nordic wildlife are brought to life with dramatic light, sound and immersive storytelling.
Naturama in Svendborg is a modern natural history museum that stages Nordic wildlife like a theatre show. Spread over several levels, dramatic light, sound and film surround towering whale skeletons, Ice Age giants, musk oxen, elk and an impressive collection of birds and eggs. Interactive exhibits, changing themed displays and family-focused activities make it an engaging stop for children and adults alike, blending science with storytelling in an immersive indoor setting.
A brief summary to Naturama
- Dronningemaen 30, Svendborg, 5700, DK
- +4562210650
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 4 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 9 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4 pm
- Thursday 9 am-7 pm
- Friday 9 am-4 pm
- Saturday 9 am-4 pm
- Sunday 9 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Plan at least 2–3 hours to explore all levels of the main animal hall as well as any temporary exhibitions and activity areas without rushing.
- Bring a light layer; exhibition areas can feel slightly cool due to climate control needed for taxidermy and collections.
- Check the museum’s event calendar in advance for special exhibitions, family workshops or talks that might coincide with your visit.
- Use the ramps rather than the stairs if visiting with a stroller or wheelchair; they give excellent changing viewpoints on the whale skeletons.
- Consider combining your visit with a stroll in central Svendborg or the harbour area to make a full day out in the town.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Getting There
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Train and local bus from Odense
From Odense, take a regional train to Svendborg Station; journeys typically take 45–55 minutes with departures roughly every half hour during the day. From the station, local buses serve the Dronningemaen area in about 5–10 minutes, and a combined ticket for train and bus usually costs around 80–110 DKK one way depending on time and ticket type. Expect more limited evening and weekend frequencies, so check return times in advance.
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Car from central Svendborg and Funen
If you arrive by car from elsewhere on Funen, allow around 30–40 minutes from Odense and 5–10 minutes from central Svendborg, depending on traffic. Street parking and nearby spaces can be busy on wet days and school holidays when indoor attractions are popular. Fuel and driving costs vary, but Denmark has relatively high fuel prices, so factor this in if you are planning multiple day trips by car.
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Walking from Svendborg town centre
From Svendborg’s central area, Naturama can typically be reached on foot in about 15–25 minutes at a relaxed pace. The walk follows regular town pavements and gentle gradients, making it reasonable for most visitors with standard mobility, though young children may tire and benefit from a stroller. As with any urban walk, be prepared for wind and rain, especially outside summer months.
Naturama location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
Discover more about Naturama
Nature on Stage in Southern Funen
Naturama reimagines the classic natural history museum as a kind of nature theatre, where animals are the actors and you walk among them. Located in Svendborg on southern Funen, the museum is built around a tall, open hall with layers of walkways spiralling around dramatic scenes of Nordic wildlife. Instead of glass cases in long corridors, you are met by full-size musk oxen, elk and other large mammals set in atmospheric lighting, with soundscapes and projections that shift the mood from Arctic tundra to deep ocean. A series of suspended whale skeletons dominates the vertical space, some soaring overhead while others seem to be diving through the air. From different levels you can view them eye-to-eye, from below or from above, which gives a rare sense of scale and movement. Around them, the curving ramps make the building feel more like an auditorium than a gallery, inviting slow circuits rather than a linear route.Ice Age Beasts, Birds and Hidden Details
One of Naturama’s signatures is its focus on Ice Age and northern fauna. You encounter reconstructions and taxidermy of animals that once roamed Denmark’s landscapes, from heavyset giants to predators adapted to cold climates. The staging often combines real specimens with backdrop imagery and subtle sound effects, creating small dioramas that feel like frozen moments in time. Equally striking is the extensive bird collection, arranged so you can compare plumage, beaks and sizes across many species at once. Mixed among them are more intimate details, such as one of Denmark’s larger and more complete egg collections, highlighting shapes, colours and nesting strategies. Careful lighting picks out textures in fur and feathers, rewarding slow looking and repeat passes along the balconies.Immersive Sound, Light and Live Creatures
Throughout the museum, technology is used to support rather than overshadow the specimens. Films wash across walls in the main hall, adding moving clouds, waves or forests behind the animals. Surround sound shifts from rainforest calls to Arctic winds depending on the themed zone you are in, subtly changing the emotional tone as you move from floor to floor. Alongside the preserved animals, Naturama also keeps a small selection of live creatures, typically amphibians and invertebrates such as turtles, frogs and spiders. These tanks provide a contrast to the stillness of taxidermy and give a sense of how animals behave and interact in real time. Occasional special exhibitions bring in dinosaurs, gemstones or other topics that connect natural science with art, design or storytelling.Hands-On Learning for Families and Schools
Naturama is designed with families and school groups in mind. Many displays are placed at multiple heights so children can see easily, and there are touch-friendly elements where materials, models or simple mechanisms can be explored directly. The wide ramps make it easy for prams and wheelchairs to circulate, and there is generally space for children to move without feeling constrained. Programs often include talks, themed days and activity stations that explain everything from whale biology to Ice Age geology in accessible ways. Seasonal events and temporary exhibitions refresh the experience for repeat visitors, while the core animal hall remains the anchor of the visit. For adults, interpretive texts, diagrams and object groupings offer enough depth to connect the dramatic staging with solid natural history content.Café Moments and Indoor Comfort
Beyond the exhibition areas, Naturama includes café and lounge spaces where you can pause between circuits. Food and drink options lean on simple, family-friendly fare and, on selected days, brunch concepts featuring regional produce. Large windows and seating areas offer a visual break from the darker exhibition hall, while still keeping you within the building’s modern design language. The museum operates mainly as an all-weather destination: its indoor setting, controlled climate and cloakroom facilities make it particularly appealing on cool, windy or rainy days. From a practical perspective, information boards, staff at the reception and clear wayfinding help orient your visit, whether you plan a quick circuit or a slow half-day exploring every floor.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Saint Nicolai's Church
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Damestenen
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Tranekær Castle
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Ærø Turist & Erhverv
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Ærøfærgerne
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Hattesens Konfektfabrik Aps
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Hotel Ærøhus
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På Torvet
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Danish Island Weddings
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Andelen Guesthouse
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Monument for Danske Sømænd
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Langdyssen "Kong Humbles Grav"
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Mindesten for Ærøs Samling
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Bregninge Kirke
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Ærø
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Unmissable attractions to see
Danmarks Forsorgsmuseum
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Cubo Nero
0.3 km
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Anne Hvide's House
0.4 km
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Danmarks Museum for Lystsejlads
0.9 km
Denmark’s dedicated yachting museum in Svendborg Harbour, showcasing 150 years of pleasure sailing through classic boats, living workshops and rich maritime stories.
Ørkild Slots Voldsted
1.1 km
One of Denmark’s largest medieval castle mounds, where grassy ramparts and deep ditches reveal the ghost of a lost fortress above the outskirts of Svendborg.
Valdemars Slot
5.5 km
Seaside baroque manor on Tåsinge where royal ambition, naval heroism and intimate family life meet amid gardens, shoreline paths and characterful historic interiors.
Ambrosius's Oak
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A 400‑year‑old oak in Tåsinge’s Nørreskov forest, where poetry, castle history, and quiet woodland atmosphere meet beneath one vast crown.
Elvira Madigan og Sixten Sparre
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Beautiful Beach
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Tåsinge
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Gorilla Park Svendborg
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Vornæs havn
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Egeskov Castle
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Camping Outdoors Museum
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Langelands Museum
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Essential places to dine
Kong Volmer Svendborg
0.5 km
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Pams African Restaurant
0.5 km
Ghanaian warmth, jollof rice and slow-cooked stews bring a slice of West Africa to the historic streets of Svendborg’s compact old town.
Under Uret
0.6 km
All-day café and brasserie under the clock on Svendborg’s main pedestrian street, serving cozy comfort food, quality coffee and relaxed drinks from morning to late night.
Restaurant Børsen
0.6 km
Central Svendborg gastropub blending Danish comfort cooking, specialty beers and a colourful terrace under floating umbrellas in a set of characterful vintage rooms.
Salig Simons Gaard
0.6 km
French-inspired bistro flair in a historic Svendborg courtyard, where candlelit beams, local Funen produce and relaxed service turn meals into lingering occasions.
Thude's Restaurant & Vinbar
0.7 km
Intimate seafood-focused restaurant and wine bar in central Svendborg, pairing seasonal Danish cooking with thoughtful wines and a charming hidden garden terrace.
Restaurant Resumé
0.7 km
Gourmet cuisine rooted in South Funen, delivered at remarkable value in Svendborg's finest restaurant.
Jettes Diner
0.7 km
Cozy harbor-side diner in Svendborg serving generous burgers, changing daily specials and comforting Danish-style dishes in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Restaurant Svendborgsund
0.7 km
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Restaurant Hotel Ærø i Svendborg
0.8 km
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Christians madhus
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Frederiksøens Madbar
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Restaurant
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Restaurant Øret
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Unpretentious Danish dining where fresh local ingredients and skilled kitchen craft create honest, memorable meals.
Stella Maris
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Phigo, Fine Luxury
0.6 km
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Kop & Kande
0.6 km
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Flying Tiger Copenhagen
0.6 km
Colourful, low-cost Danish design and quirky gifts in the heart of Svendborg’s main shopping street, ideal for quick souvenirs, party supplies and everyday essentials.
Shop Dot & Flower Corner Svendborg
0.6 km
Svendborg's premier florist and lifestyle boutique, where fresh blooms meet curated gifts and fine wines.
Thi Ti Ting
0.7 km
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Storms Hjørne
4.2 km
A volunteer-run village gem where Danish tradition, local pride, and waterfront views converge.
Høkildegård
9.2 km
Family-run South Funen farm and country shop overlooking Syltemade Valley, where free-range animals, quality meat and gentle rural landscapes meet in one stop.
Dansk
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Kaj Hansen
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Shop Louise Mary
15.6 km
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Skovhus Keramik
15.7 km
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Købmandsgården-Tingstedet- v/Torbjørn Brun Madsen
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Butik Knag I/S
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Imerco
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Books & Paper Rudkøbing
15.8 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Hemingway's Svendborg
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HANSTED
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Vinsted
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Ørkild
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Trier's Corner
0.6 km
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Den Høje Stue
0.6 km
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The Drunken Sailor
0.6 km
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Kahytten Svendborg
0.6 km
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Rasmus
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Loftet
0.7 km
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Tingvalla 2013 ApS
0.7 km
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Strandlyst Svendborg ApS
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Strandbar
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Spillestedet Kammerateriet
0.8 km
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
Crazy Daisy Svendborg
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Ommel
22.7 km
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Ærø Golf Klub
27.6 km
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Muzirkus
29.0 km
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KJ's bodel
30.0 km
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Dance Odense, Funen Square Dance Club
34.8 km
Community-driven square dancing in a cozy Odense neighborhood hall, where callers, patterns and shared rhythm turn an ordinary evening into a friendly social event.
Carlsens Kvarter
38.9 km
Atmospheric pub in Odense C, offering unmatched hygge, an impressive selection of craft beers, and a welcoming local vibe in a characterful historic setting.
Den Brølende And
39.4 km
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Heidi's Bier Bar Odense
39.5 km
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BUTCHERS Odense
39.5 km
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The Flower and the Bee
39.5 km
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Dansebar Odense
39.5 km
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Boogie Dance Café
39.6 km
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Grand Bar & Lounge
39.7 km
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Sir Club
39.8 km
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Fun-filled
- Lively
- Entertaining
- Unique
- Casual
- Scenic
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Landmarks
- Art & Design
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
- Selfie Spots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Low Impact
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Day Trip
- Roadtrip Stop
- Festival / Event Nearby
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Wheelchair Access
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly