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    Cisternerne

    4.3 (23 reviews)
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    Entrance
    Kathy V.

    Wow! Wow wow WOW! This place is friggen cool! The underground art and culture space would be awesome on its own even if it just remained an empty former water reservoir for the city of Copenhagen. But it has been transformed in to an underground museum and I am also very ok with this! There is historical information on the Cisterns/reservoir on the wall that is permanent. So you can get the background info on the actual space, always. It is ALSO included with the Copenhagen Card, but I would encourage a visit even if you had to pay separately/out of pocket! The exhibit while I was visiting was topical, large-scale, modern, and immersive. Basically, any one of those things alone would draw me in. All together, they had me chomping at the bit! The 2019 exhibit from the collective SUPERFLEX, called "It is not the end of the world," is a view of a possible future if we do nothing to stop or stem the tide of global warming. The space is partially flooded and visitors put on galoshes (that are provided) and invited to walk around the space and exhibit, which features partially enclosed replicas of the restrooms of the UN building in Bonn being filled with inches of water. There is very little light. Some from in the rooms, and a couple dim bulbs far on the sides of the reservoir, and a big neon sign writing out the name of the exhibit. I took lots of pictures and used my phone as a flashlight...but, particularly with *this* exhibit, be careful about not dropping your phone on the stone floor or in the water! I wish there had been more to the exhibit, only because it would have been a legitimate reason to stay for much much longer! I would 130% recommend any one pay the Cisterns a visit. This was my second favorite museum/cultural spot I visited during my time in the city. And oh man...it is so cool. The Fredericksberg area is a surprising and awesome lesser-known and lesser-visited part of Copenhagen. But you should absolutely make an effort to spend an afternoon exploring the area! It is a little creepy and spooky, it is a LOT-le awesome and interesting.

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    Valery C.

    In the 1850's, a water reservoir was built in Søndermarken Park to hold clean drinking water for the city of Copenhagen. Once an open pool, it was later enclosed, forming an underground cistern that served the city until the 1930s, when the city's growth outpaced its capacity. Once drained of water, the Cisternerne is perennially cool, humid, and dark. The cavernous space is filled with supporting arches and columns, accented by decades-long growths of stalactites and stalagmites. What to do with an abandoned space like that? For the Danish, the answer was repurposing the Cisternerne for art, first as a museum for glass art, but better still in the past five years, to showcase rotating modern art installations. Such a clever way to use the space, if the works can properly take advantage of its unique atmosphere. The Danish art group Superflex is currently exhibiting their work, an inquiry about humanity and earth, climate change and future possibilities, interwoven with water. As had been done with other exhibits, the cistern is partially flooded with water, so one first descends into a brightly lit area to change into waterproof boots (or bring your own), before heading in to explore the echoing, hauntingly lit space, punctuated by a distorted, ambient soundtrack, culminating in the billboard-like sign declaring "It is Not the End of the World," its neon reflection shimmering, distorted, in water. Whether you interpret that statement as defiant, hopeful, or ironic, exploring this exhibit makes one feel like a visitor at the end of the world. Brilliant and absolute must-see if contemporary art is an interest. Your mileage may vary but the actual time to explore the exhibit should not take more than an hour. Be mindful that it is cool and humid year-round; dress accordingly. The topside entrance is through glass pyramids that jut out of the central landscaped lawn in Søndermarken Park, opposite the Frederiksberg Castle and the Zoo. Entry fee is included in the Copenhagen Card, or 70 DKK (~$10.50 USD) for one adult. Closed Mondays.

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    Old water cisterns repurposed as an art exhibition space. You'll visit the underground environment with 3 separate compartments, two of them with some water inside, temperature is around 17C with a nearly 100% humidity. The exhibition rotates every few months, so you'll likely see something different few months from now.

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    Nationalmuseet - Japanese house

    Nationalmuseet

    4.2(68 reviews)
    3.2 kmKøbenhavn K

    Like any large museum, it would be impossible to see it all. However, this museum has a LOT to…read moreoffer. It's is mostly a historical museum and covers the time from the earliest relics of the Danes to modern times. The physical museum used to be a castle, and that explains why there are so many rooms, one after another. I recommend looking at the overall map and pick a floor and a place to start, based on what interests you the most. Then, allow yourself to get lost in terms of going from one room to another. There are visual and historical treasures throughout the museum, so it would be nearly impossible to NOT find things of interest. I loved seeing the old crowns, jewelry, and clothing, as well as Viking horns for drinking, old weapons, and the creative way things are presented. I was impressed by this museum because they have used modern museum techniques to display objects and explanations. For example, in one room, they had talking paintings to convey information, or a knight on a horse, which makes horse noises out of the blue. They also have some very creative temporary exhibits, which you should check out. When I was there, there were very interactive displays that were all about money and how wealth is distributed around the world. It was thought provoking, as well as fun. When you need a rest, there is also a cafeteria overlooking the inside of the museum. Face it, you are not going to see it all. There is too much and you won't have the time or stamina to "do it all." But that's OK. It's definitely worth it to buy a ticket ($22 USD) to spend two hours or so, as we did.

    Very historical museum, display from early relics to modern times . Plenty to see, to learn and to…read morediscover. Great layout and it nearby Christiansborg Palace.

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    Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek - Adoratio

    Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

    4.3(84 reviews)
    3.0 kmVesterbro
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    Beautiful museum and it's free too. The collection and exhibits are quite amazingly mesmerizing…read moreand it taken from varies period in time. There is a beautiful garden in the middle of the beautiful, heavily peaceful and relaxing. Plenty of exhibits to see and leans and it's not a small museum either, it big inside so a lot of walking for sure so wear comfortable shoe when visit. Staff are everywhere and they are friendly and helpful when needed. There is a locker room on the lower level and quite big too. Just try to go light or empty handed to avoid checkin and time.

    Sad experience, as we had only scanned our tickets and had to leave without entering. We arrived…read morewith our entrance tickets only to be told I could not bring in the seat cushion I have to use anytime I'll be sitting (due to a medical condition). We actually stopped by just for the beautiful cafe to enjoy an afternoon coffee. I was told I would have to leave it in the lobby to enter, which obviously wouldn't work for me for such an occasion. I was not aware of this rule, and the gentleman who'd scanned our passes clearly didn't wish to converse about its purpose...just a no period. After leaving I saw on their website about large bags not being allowed (the cushion isn't large, just a flat square) and that they'll decide which will be allowed inside. While I understand the need for this type of rule, I wish I'd been allowed to explain. My husband told him we were only visiting the cafe, and I tried to show him the cushion and wanted to explain, but was dismissed before I had the opportunity. Most places I've been to seem to accommodate for certain things like this, but unfortunately not here. A shame, I very much wanted to visit.

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    Rundetaarn - Rundetaarn

    Rundetaarn

    4.3(86 reviews)
    3.5 kmKøbenhavn K
    $

    Wow!!! Rundetaarn is on the Top Ten must see list when in Copenhagen. What makes " Round Tower" so…read morespecial and intriguing? I'm glad you asked... With its distinctive spiral ramp, the Round Tower has become a Danish landmark. Here are some notable facts and points of interest: 1.The Hollow Core: the shape of the tower was Denmark's geographical zero point. 2. There is an Observatory which houses a telescope built in 1929. 3. The Library Hall is used for changing exhibits, cultural events and concerts 4. The Spiral Ramp will get you to 10,000 steps easily; it is the only way to the top of the tower and spins 7 1/2 times around the Tower's hollow core. Believe me, you feel those twists as you climb. 5. The Bell Loft is situated above the Library Hall and two floors above the Trinity Church where the bells have rung for hundreds of years. 6. The Platform: once you climb the narrow stairs you are atop and can see all of Copenhagen's charms and Sweden. During the summer there is a kiosk that sells sweet treats 7. The Planetarium: shows the solar system I highly recommend visiting Rundetaarn. It is located in Norreport; beautiful shops and restaurants. Polse: best hot dogs are served in this truck outside tower Rundetaarn is located on: Kobmagergarde 52 A 1150 København K Denmark Check out Rundetaarn.dk for more info

    This is no longer included in the CPH Card when I went (July) but it was on the card back in…read moreFebruary. Even so, the cost is reasonable (kids are free) so we paid and went up. Plus, it was raining so a good way to wait it out while taking in the sights. You walk up a gentle spiral to get a nice view of the city. Along the way, there are rooms you can stop in for art exhibitions, a view of the actual church (there was service going on when we were there), random alcoves, refreshments, and even the toilet. The place is clean and it wasn't overly crowded when we went on a weekday in the afternoon. Because of the gentler slope, it's friendly for all ages. The view isn't very high, but it's still pretty good! There are little "benches" along the way - in case you do need to rest or plan the next stop of your day. A good place to stop by to get a view of the city!

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    Bakkehusmuseet

    Bakkehusmuseet

    4.3(3 reviews)
    0.5 kmVesterbro, Frederiksberg

    I did not know about this museum before I began my day visiting the Frederiksberg area. But after a…read morevisit to the Storm P. Museet enlightened me to the circle of museums in the area, I saw the historical home on the list. And I am a sucker for an historical home! The entrance is a little unassuming and I probably would have missed it, had it not been for the easy-to-follow directions from the lovely woman at the Storm P. museum. There was a tent-sign outside advertising their "Women Authors" exhibit, but it was all in Danish, and the name of the museum was one of the smallest things on the sign. I was about to walk on past it, but the words "Jane Austen" caught my eye when I skimmed the sign while walking. And then I saw at the tippy-top the name of the museum. It is absolutely charming. AND included with the Copenhagen Card! At the entrance desk, you can get a packet that has a map of the layout of the house, as well as general information about each of the rooms in English (thank youuuu!). The home was a private residence to a family that were lovers and supporters of the literary and artistic community in the early 1800s. Several prominent authors (including one Hans Christian Andersen) were visitors. Like I said, I love an historic home, so even without that prominence, old books and old furniture and original fixtures fascinate and are of interest to me! Everything was in good condition and lovely to see. Upstairs was the special "Women Authors" exhibit. Unfortunately, all the information up there was in Danish. But, you know....the museum *IS* in Denmark, so I can't really complain. There were some Austen-esque clothing pieces that were fun to see. And beyond all that, outside the house is surrounded by lovely, very well-kept gardens. In the old greenhouse/orangery there is a little cafe. It was painfully charming. If you are in the Frederiksberg area, and you have the time, I would absolutely recommend that you visit this home and museum. But if these things just aren't for you...pass it by.

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    Dansk Jødisk Museum

    Dansk Jødisk Museum

    4.4(7 reviews)
    3.6 kmKøbenhavn K

    When the Holocaust occurred and the Nazis invaded Denmark looking for Jews most fled to Sweden who…read moreprovided cover. (The Nazis for some reason did not bother with Sweden.) As a result, Denmark has a very very small Jewish population today estimated at less than 6000. In this light, it was nice to see a Jewish museum and that the country spends a lot of money protecting it. (Heavily armed police sit outside in a car during the hours that it is opened watching everyone approaching the entrance.) It cost about $15 US to enter. You cannot take any bags with you on the tour. After you pay, they will take everything and place it into a locker and give you the key. Once you get inside, the museum is very quiet, serene, and lends itself towards meditation. The museum is small, has limited artifacts, and some of the visual screens were not working when I was there. It seems like the place needs an investment of capital or volunteer labor to keep it up. It did have some interesting pieces and a couple of introductory videos. It tells the story of Jews in Denmark. I was able to work my way through in 45 minutes seeing everything. They have a bathroom and gift shop. The people working there seemed to be Jewish college students attending school in Copenhagen. Interestingly, while I was there for about an hour, there were only about 5 other visitors and 2 of them were from Beverly Hills and Westwood--go figure. We ended up talking about the LA area with the Copenhagen employees. Now, the area with greenery and benches right outside the museum entrance is beautiful and a great place to sit or have a picnic lunch on a nice day. I would check it out if you are in the area.

    Because we should never forget the horrors of the holocaust, I was drawn to this museum from…read morereading about the history of the Jews in Denmark on the plane to Copenhagen. The Danish Jewish Museum, a part of the Royal Library, sits off an austere somewhat hidden street, a passage. As you turn into the site, the property opens into a serene pond, a calm, reassuring peace takes over you.....you see a small nest in this pond, a symbol that yes, here too, you can. There's a beautiful ivied building (the library, HOME) and to its left, a somewhat discreet entrance to the main museum and the first words you read is Mitzvah. Chabad.org defines mitzvah as, "In common usage, a mitzvah often means "a good deed"--as in "Do a mitzvah and help Mrs. Goldstein with her packages." This usage is quite old--the Jerusalem Talmud commonly refers to any charitable act as "the mitzvah." It is this definition of mitzvah that swelled in my consciousness when I walked through the museum, its two collections: the artifacts and the Home (the Jewish experience after returning home from WWII). The Danes and the Swedes protected the Jews during WWII. The artifacts are classic immigrant symbols of survival, tradition and religion. The angled floors and walls remind one of how a passenger felt on the boat from Denmark to Sweden; the rocking sensation also symbolized the anxiety one felt when they arrived to their new home, a new country. The stories at HOME, were compelling. For their mitvahs, I am in awe of the Danish and Swedish people. Through this museum, I've seen tolerance, protection of human beings......chillingly admirable. Today many of us seek reparation for the wrongs committed in history. Destruction of a culture of people is wrong in every sense perceivable. We hope to get there. This museum is a symbol to the world of tolerance, protection and........ because we should never forget. Visits: 1 Tip: Use your Copenhagen card here and many other museums that are free with a card. Most museums close for lunch 12-1 and close at 4pm, check the websites.

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    Dansk Jødisk Museum - Entrance to museum.  Mitzvah.  For once I left a Jewish museum feeling happy.  Mitzvah.

    Entrance to museum. Mitzvah. For once I left a Jewish museum feeling happy. Mitzvah.

    Dansk Jødisk Museum
    Dansk Jødisk Museum - Walls are slanted too -- cool architecture.  Great history of Jews in Denmark, its about Mitzvah in Danmark.

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    Walls are slanted too -- cool architecture.  Great history of Jews in Denmark, its about Mitzvah in Danmark.

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