9 museums in North Zealand
It's hard not to visit a few museums when visiting North Zealand. The 9 museums have great diversity, so dive in and find a museum after your preferences. Whether you are into pictures in a gold frame or modern art installations, you will find a match.
Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. - Pablo Picasso

Louisiana is Denmark's international museum for modern art. Experience fabulous architecture, design, photography, film & culture. Get more info.

Experience the largest Renaissance castle in the Nordic region. Walk in the halls of past Danish kings and queens - and feel the history of Denmark.

Visit the Nivaagaard Collection, an exquisite experience for art lovers. An atmosphere of the Danish “hygge” (cosiness) and intimacy, among 500 years old European masterpieces.

At Munkeruphus art, architecture and design meet in beautiful surroundings directly to Oresund at the coastline between Gilleleje and Dronningmølle.

It is both an intense and meditative experience to visit Rudolph Tegner’s Museum and Statue Park and to walk between the bronze statues in the park and the bombastic architecture.

Take a trip to Esrum Abbey and immerse yourself in the life of a monk in the ancient monastery. Explore the impressive buildings, the historical exhibition, and the beautiful monastery garden. Also, find inspiration for nature experiences in the Royal North Zealand National Park.

Visit Knud Rasmussen’s House in Hundested, a museum dedicated to the famous polar explorer’s life and achievements. Enjoy the nature and beautiful view over the Kattegat.


Discover the history of gunpowder production at the Powder Works Museum in Frederiksværk. See the historic water-powered machines and join the new audio tour, bringing history to life for all ages.

