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Odense as a city of culture

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– from historical museums to contemporary art and vibrant city life

Odense is a lively cultural city, offering everything from historical museums and theatres to modern art and creative events. Discover acclaimed exhibitions, explore emerging artists, or get hands-on with your own creativity.

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Street and City Art

Sculptures, street art and performance are all something that help set the mood of the city.

Dronefoto over den gamle bydel med H.C. Andersens Hus

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Museums in Odense

Did you know that Odense is the city with the most museums outside the metropolitan area? From Vikin

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Galleries & Artisans

Visit Odense's many fine small galleries and artisans. Here you'll find all genres of visual art, sc

Odense Teater besøger H.C. Andersens Hus

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Theatres in Odense

With a national stage and several smaller, innovative theatres, there are plenty of theatre experien

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Odense Symphony Orchestra

With two internationally recognized conductors in the forefront, 73 musicians from 17 different nations, and an International Carl Nielsen Competition...

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Concert Venues

Odense is a city with a rich cultural life, including a vibrant music scene. You can experience ever

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Cinemas in Odense

In Odense, you’ll find cinemas for every taste – from large theatres showing action films, romantic

Odense for creative minds

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More Than Just Coffee

You don't just come here for the coffee - in fact, the coffee is just a small detail. Here, you can paint ceramics, create your own jewelry, geek out over board games, or do something entirely different. They are usually started by makers who wanted a place to cultivate their passion.

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Design - Furniture and Industrial Design

Classic design furniture and Georg Jensen - or Ikea, Rice and Sisters Greene?

Veras Vintage second hand market in Storm's Pakhus

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Antiques, Second-Hand and Flea Markets

Are you shopping for antiques or secondhand items in Odense?

Tips for your cultural visit to Odense

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Accommodation in Odense

A hotel accommodation for a conference guest, a night in a B&B with personal charm, budget-friendly accommodation right in the center, a tent site, a family room? Or perhaps a day ticket for the Andersen museums or a guided tour with one of the local experts?

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Restaurants and eating out

In Odense, we love food and curiously cultivate the new and the traditional. Restaurants and eateries, cafés, gourmet experiences, street food markets, Funen specialities and produce, food markets and much more form the framework for a city with plenty of opportunities to explore the world...