Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Glyptoteket
Ancient sculpture, French Impressionists and a winter garden under a glass dome: the most charming museum in the city.
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Opening hours to be checked150 DKKVisit: 1 h 45Under cover
AI image, an evocation
Founded by the brewer Carl Jacobsen, the museum spans 6,000 years of history. The winter garden, with its palm trees and café, is its heart; the roof terrace offers a fine view over the city.
Our tipFree admission to the whole museum on the last Wednesday of the month. A major restoration has been announced over several years, with partial closure: check the website before you come.
Visiting Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek: the essentials
How long should you allow?
Allow about 1 h 45 on site.
How much does it cost?
150 DKK on site, 135 DKK online, free for under-18s.
How do you get there?
Central Station, 8 min walk. Address: Dantes Plads 7, 1556 København V.
Is the Copenhagen Card accepted?
Yes, according to the card’s website.
Can you go when it rains?
Yes, most of the visit is under cover.
In our routes
Nearby
- National Museum of Denmark270 m as the crow flies
- Tivoli Gardens310 m as the crow flies
- Christiansborg Palace580 m as the crow flies
- The Black Diamond610 m as the crow flies
Sources consulted on 2 November 2026