All archaeology museums to visit in Denmark

Uncover the secrets of the past at 17 archaeology museums in Denmark. These museums feature artifacts and exhibits that reveal the history of ancient civilizations.

Are you curious about ancient civilizations and archaeological finds? Here are the archaeology museums you must see in Denmark:

  1. The National Museum of Denmark1

    The National Museum of Denmark

     Copenhagen
    The The National Museum of Denmark (Nationalmuseet) is the largest museum of cultural history in the whole country. This museum, located in Copenhagen will guide you through several thousand years of both Danish and foreign culture. Highlights of the collections include Golden Horns of Gallehus, Gun
  2. Viking Fortress2

    Viking Fortress

     Trælleborg Gårde
    Ruins of Viking circular forts dating back to the 9th century. One house was reconstructed outside the fortress.
  3. Ribe Viking Museum3

    Ribe Viking Museum

     Ribe
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  4. Thorvaldsens Museum4

    Thorvaldsens Museum

     Copenhagen
    The Thorvaldsens Museum is a museum in Copenhagen that is dedicated to Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844). It is the oldest museum in Denmark that was built from 1839 to 1848, after the sculptor returned from Rome in 1838. In addition to the collection of models and drawings of almost al
  5. Fyrkat Viking Museum5

    Fyrkat Viking Museum

     Hobro
    In an intriguing reconstruction of excavated farmstead, the visitors can get a taste of the everyday life of Vikings.
  6. Viking Museum6

    Viking Museum

     Lejre
    The Lejre Museum, situated in Gammel Lejre on Midtsjælland, is a cultural-historical museum that forms part of the Roskilde Museum. This museum offers a comprehensive insight into the history of the Lejre Municipality, from ancient times to the present day.
  7. Ringe Museum7

    Ringe Museum

     Ringe
    Ringe Museum is a local museum situated in the town of Ringe, which is located in the central part of Funen. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the region. The museum offers a unique insight into the local history and culture of the area.
  8. Vendsyssel Historical Museum8

    Vendsyssel Historical Museum

     Hjørring
    The Vendsyssel Historical Museum in Hjørring was established in 1889 by dentist Lønborg Friis. It was officially recognized as a cultural history museum in 1959. This information provides a historical context to the museum, which could be of interest to tourists who appreciate understanding the origins of the places they visit.
  9. Stiftsmuseum Maribo9

    Stiftsmuseum Maribo

     Maribo
    One of the current exhibitions at the museum is LOLA, which presents the findings of Museum Lolland-Falster's excavations conducted before the establishment of the fixed connection over the Femern Belt. This exhibition focuses on the Stone Age and features numerous well-preserved artifacts discovered during the excavations, providing visitors with a glimpse into the region's distant past.
  10. Om Kloster Museum10

    Om Kloster Museum

     Emborg
    Øm Kloster Museum is a significant historical site located between Mossø and Gudensø. It is dedicated to the illumination of Øm Kloster, a medieval monastery. The museum provides a unique opportunity to delve into the history and culture of the region.
  11. Danish Jewish Museum11

    Danish Jewish Museum

     Copenhagen
    The Danish Jewish Museum (Dansk Jødisk Museum) is a museum in Copenhagen that documents the approximately 400-year history of the Jews in Denmark. One focus of the museum is the rescue of Danish Jews during Nazi occupation in October 1943. The museum is located in Slotsholmen, in a former building o
  12. Viking Museum12

    Viking Museum

     Aarhus
    The Viking Museum is a small history museum in Aarhus that is devoted to the city's Viking Age. The museum is located on the site of the archaeological excavations from 1960 that are on display inside the museum. The excavations consisted of various Viking Age structures, various items, and parts of
  13. Museum of Ancient Art13

    Museum of Ancient Art

     Aarhus
    The Museum of Ancient Art in Aarhus is a history museum that is dedicated to the ancient art and cultural history of the mediterranean countries. The museum focuses particularly on Ancient Greece, Etruscan civilization and Ancient Rome. The museum holds a collection of over 4,000 objects related to
  14. Dueholm Monastery14

    Dueholm Monastery

     Nykøbing Mors
    Museum Mors, formerly known as Morslands Historiske Museum, is a state-recognized cultural and geological museum. It is located on the island of Mors in Limfjorden. The museum is divided into four departments, each offering a unique perspective on the region's history and geology.
  15. Rudersdal Museer15

    Rudersdal Museer

     Nærum
    Rudersdal Museer, located in Rudersdal Municipality, is a state-recognized local history museum. It is composed of three departments: Mothsgården, which was formerly known as Søllerød Museum, the Historical Archive, and the Vedbæk Finds at Gammel Holtegaard. Each of these departments offers a unique insight into the local history and culture of the area.
  16. Øm Kloster Museum16

    Øm Kloster Museum

     Gammel Rye
    Øm Kloster Museum is a historical site that provides insight into the Øm Kloster, situated between the scenic Mossø and Gudensø. This location offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of Denmark's medieval monasteries.
  17. Kalundborg Museum17

    Kalundborg Museum

     Kalundborg
    Kalundborg Museum is a state-recognized cultural history museum located in Kalundborg. It is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history and culture of Kalundborg and its surrounding areas. The museum's recognition by the state signifies its importance and the quality of its exhibits.