Danish War Museum
Discover the arsenal employed by the Danish military throughout various conflicts, including wars against Sweden, World War II, the Afghan War, and more, at the Copenhagen War Museum.
Housed in the historical 1604 arsenal of King Christian IV, the National War Museum (Krigsmuseet) preserves a diverse array of war artifacts utilized by Denmark in both national and international conflicts.
The collection includes cannons, swords, ammunition, armor, military uniforms, and various weapons from around the globe. Through informative panels and recreations, the museum's exhibition chronicles over 500 years of Danish war history.
Noteworthy items in the collection include warships, with the oldest dating back to 1660, a battle tank subjected to bombing in Afghanistan, and a uniform from the American Civil War.
Interesting, but skippable
While the Copenhagen War Museum provides insight into Denmark's wartime past, some might find the collection relatively sparse. Therefore, we recommend exploring other essential museums in Copenhagen first for a more comprehensive experience.
Schedule
Tuesday to Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm
Monday: closed (open from June to August)
Price
Adults: 95 kr (US$ 13.40)
Children under 18: free
Transport
Bus: lines 66, 1A, 2A, 9A, and 26
Nearby places
National Museum of Denmark (240 m) Christiansborg Palace (242 m) National Library of Denmark (256 m) Copenhagen's Thorvaldsen Museum (271 m) Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek in Copenhagen (407 m)
