Hans Christian Andersen's Hometown
Get to know Odense's most famous son, Hans Christian Andersen. A multi-talented artist, Andersen impressed with fairy tales, plays, biographies, travel accounts, paper art and more.
Experience Odense
Photo:Anne Sofie Isbrandt Ovesen&Søren rosenberg
- where history and modern life meet eye to eye
Odense is a city that invites you to explore – not just the major attractions, but also the small details, hidden corners, and local stories. It’s a place where the fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen still live in the streets, and where traces of the Viking Age blend with modern architecture, street art, and world-class cuisine.
Experience Odense
You can stroll through cobbled streets, visit internationally acclaimed museums, or find peace in green parks and along the Odense River. The city offers everything from Odense Theatre and TID – Museum of Odense to the Brandts Art Museum and Odense ZOO – all within walking distance in a vibrant, car-free city centre.
Odense is also a city with edge and personality. You’ll find small galleries, creative workshops, and cafés tucked away in courtyards and alleyways – places you never knew existed, but that make your visit truly special. Whether you’re here for a day or a weekend, you’ll discover experiences that surprise and inspire.
What will you be doing today?
There’s always something going on in Odense – from major festivals to intimate local experiences.
"Odense is a city where you can feel history while watching the future take shape."
- Jeanette Varberg, museum curator and author
When should you visit Odense?
Each season has its own charm – if you’re not sure when to visit, explore our themes to see what Odense has to offer year-round.
