The art and culture scene beyond Copenhagen

Although Copenhagen is known for its rich art and culture scene, the surrounding cities and areas also have a lot to offer on this front. Take a cultural excursion to the Danish countryside and fill your backpack with unique experiences and impressions.

Whether you're most interested in seeing modern and groundbreaking contemporary art, going to the theatre the old-fashioned way or seeing iconic author Karen Blixen's living room and bedroom in real life, this guide will give you inspiration for your cultural excursion.

Photo: Karen Blixen Museum

Karen Blixen Museum, Rungstedlund

In the city of Rungsted, you will find the charming and historic house Rungstedlund. The authentic author home of Karen Blixen is today a museum, Bird Sanctuary and lovely café.

Sophienholm Kunsthal

Visit a historic landmark, the romantic park and a leading gallery of contemporary and modern art in one and the same excursion.

Photo: Mark Tanggaard

Museum Ordrupgaard

Museum Ordrupgaard is a state-owned art museum close to Dyrehaven and Jægersborg in Greater Copenhagen. The museum is known for its large collection of French and Danish pieces from the 19th and 20th centuries.

ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art

ARKEN Museum of Contemporary Art in Ishøj, south of Copenhagen, hosts a variety of exhibitions each year alongside one of Scandinavia's finest collections of contemporary art. At ARKEN you can experience art in scenic surroundings.

Kastrupgårdsamlingen

Experience modern graphics and contemporary art at the old country house Kastrupgård, whose past points back to Amager's history from the mid-18th century onwards.

Bellevue Theatre

The Bellevue Theatre is part of the white town, in Klampenborg, north of Copenhagen, designed by world-famous Danish architect Arne Jacobsen.

Select site

Select language