Attractions in Odense
Odense offers plenty of attractions for the whole family. In particular, H.C. Andersen, Denmark’s history and art are themes where we truly have a lot to offer.
What is Odense known for?
As the hometown of Hans Christian Andersen, we offer you the chance to get closer to the world-famous author than anywhere else in the world. Follow in H. C. Andersen’s footsteps and relive his life and remarkable legacy.
You can also dive into Danish history at the Funen Village, the city museum TID or the Danish Railway Museum.
Odense is home to several outstanding museums, including Tidens Samling (The Time Collection) and Odense Bunker Museum. We also invite you to experience living history in Odin’s Odense, where you can step into the time when the Iron Age gave way to the Viking Age.
The Classics
Did you know that Odense is the city with the most museums outside the metropolitan area? From Vikin
Visit Odense's many exciting churches. There are historic buildings with strong ties to Denmark's hi
Are you curious about which attractions in Odense are without a doubt worth a visit?
Odense Cathedral is known as one of the best examples of Gothic architecture in Denmark
Michelin Travel Guide has awarded stars to 7 attractions in Odense.
Odense offers a variety of fascinating historical locations that provide unique insights into Denmar
Odense is one of Denmark's oldest cities and you can feel the presence of history everywhere.
Are you obsessed with history? Do you love exploring how people lived in the past?
Art is soul food
In Odense, you can move from exhibitions featuring internationally acclaimed artists to up-and-coming local talents in the city’s galleries within just a few minutes. Enjoy the diversity and variation – and don’t miss the many sculptures, statues and street art along the way.
Art gallery with Danish and international artist, changing exhibitions. It also shows the collection from the former Funen Art Museum.
Visit Odense's many fine small galleries and artisans. Here you'll find all genres of visual art, sc
There are large works by well-known artists such as Robert Jakobsen and Bjørn Nørgård, but lesser-kn
Sculptures, street art and performance are all something that help set the mood of the city.
All over the city you will encounter sculptures inspired by fairy tales - how many can you find?
Odense offers several high class artattractions - visit e.g. Gallery Brandts, Filosoffen, Fyns Grafi
Under the open sky
Visit Odense ZOO and experience wild animals in natural habitat areas. Elected as the best European zoo in 2013-2015 and has up to 500.000 guests a year.
Here is the solution if you are visiting Odense on a fine day - try some of our outdoor attractions.
Experience Odense in new and different ways through exciting digital city walks. Free options.
Fyn is known as Denmark´s garden and Odense is often spoken of as the capital of Fyn.
The Port of Odense was built in the early 1800s, and much has happened since then. After more than 1
Travelling with the family?
In Odense, kids can get their hands dirty, feel the wind in their hair, and soak up new experiences.
Enjoy fairy tale adventures with your little ones when visiting Odense. Ville Vau, the children’s un
There is plenty to see and do in Odense, even on a rainy day.
Odense offers lots of activities - even if your budget is a bit of a challenge.
