Feel the Presence of History in Odense
Odense is one of Denmark's oldest cities and you can feel the presence of history everywhere. In our museums you can explore the Iron Age, Viking Age, 18th century farm village life, the Cold War and even what everyday life was like for your grand parents at Tidens Samling.
Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale. Hans Christian Andersen
Step back into the Viking Age in Odense
Indoor history experiences
In the city centre, just a short walk from the old town, you can explore Denmark’s railway heritage, the ancient and modern history of Denmark—with a special focus on Funen—visit the historic general store Kramboden in Nedergade, and much more. If you're up for venturing beyond the city centre, you can also explore Funen’s military history, including a Cold War bunker.
TID City Museum
In the heart of old town you will find TID museum – a cultural oasis comprising lovely courtyards and buildings from the 16th century to the present day.
Cnut the Holy - King and Saint
King Cnut the Holy was King of Denmark from 1080 until his death in 1086. He was the son of Sweyn Estridsen and brother of Harald Hen. Cnut was a Christian king who fought to strengthen the power of t...
The Danish Railway Museum
The Danish Railway Museum is located in the centre of Odense and is an ideal destination for the whole family.
Kramboden (The old Store)
Visit Kramboden, a charming museum shop in the heart of Odense, and experience the city’s history through vintage goods, antiques, and fine museum replicas.
Tidens Samling - HANDS-ON Museum
Tidens Samling is an everyday museum of fashion, design and interior decoration in the 20th century. There are two exhibitions, the permanent one and a special exhibition.
Odense Bunker Museum
Would you like to explore a fully intact 450 m2 nuclear bunker from the 1950s?
This bunker has been restored to pristine condition and includes a majority of the original artefacts from the cold war ...
The Funen Military History Museum
At the Funen Military History Museum, you can dive into the Funen war history, the history of the Funen soldiers, the Funen resistance movement and the Funen Home Guard. The story of the Funen militar...
History under the open sky
Just outside the city centre, you’ll find cultural gems like The Funen Village and Odins Odense, which focus on rural life in 19th-century Funen and the Iron and Viking Ages, respectively.
Viking Ring Fortress Nonnebakken
Viking Castle Nonnebakken
The Viking castle at Nonnebakken was one of at least five known ring castles, which King Harald Bluetooth built around 980. The others are Aggersborg at the Limfjord, Fyrkat a...
The Funen Village - Open Air Museum
The Funen Village focuses on past experiences of living circularly and in closer harmony with nature, and how the past can inspire sustainability in everyday life today.
Odin's Odense - Iron Age and Viking Age
Join us for an adventure at the Iron Age Village of Odin's Odense, a unique ancient environment that brings 2,000 years of history to life!
Marking of the original Albani Church
This marker shows the location of the wooden church, St. Albani, where Denmark's last Viking king, Cnut the Holy, was murdered on July 10, 1086.
King Cnut the Holy was the king of Denmark from around...
Lumby Mølle (Mill)
Lumby Mill from 1820 is beautifully situated in the north of Odense, where it has been a central focal point for local history. The mill is an old windmill from 1820 that is the centre of a wide range...
Næsbyhoved Castle Ruin
Næsbyhoved Voldsted in Odense is a fascinating medieval castle site with a rich history. Visit the remnants of the castle, where Queen Christine held court in the 16th century, and enjoy the beautiful...