Thorvaldsens Museum

Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads 2, Copenhagen, Denmark (Indre By)

+4533321532

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Ranked #19 of 179 attractions in Copenhagen

67 Reviews

Type: Art Museums, Speciality Museums, Museums

Fee: Yes

Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours

Owner description: See sculptures created by sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen, whose work can be found across Europe. Long corridors allow for natural light and echo the... more » Owner description: See sculptures created by sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen, whose work can be found across Europe. Long corridors allow for natural light and echo the creative ambiance. The Museum opened on September 18, 1848. It is Denmark’s oldest and also most extraordinary museum building. Open Tuesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

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kees s

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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“superb collection”

Reviewed 13 May 2013

combine this with the glyptothek which is within walking distance. small intimate museum with superb sculptures made by a man few still know. interesting collecting of paintings, coins, egyptian artefacts and greek vases upstairs. i was the only visitor one sunday afternoon. had the entire museum to myself while the audio guide explained everything to me. the building itself and... More

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Thank you - we are more than happy to receive your positive feedback! Indeed, since the museum is placed in the heart of Copenhagen it is a great idea to combine a trip to the museum with visits to other attractions. It is also very nice to hear that you enjoyed the special atmosphere of our grand and colourful museum.... More

Northernlights13

Copenhagen, Denmark

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“The best museum in Kobenhavn!”

Reviewed 1 April 2013

The museum was built to house the collection of Thorveldsen, Denmarks most famous sculpture - he is even buried I. The courtyard! Fabulous exhibits including his own personal collection of art on the top floor. Excellent but slightly academic audio guide - but it is free! Museum is free on Wednesdays. Note: Go to the Dom Kirke after the museum... More

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We are absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit. It is a great idea to go by the church Vor Frue Kirke (i.e. Københavns Domkirke) to see Christ and the apostles in their “natural” settings. The church is only a short walk away from Thorvaldsens Museum. We hope to see you again! More

SkyDK

Denmark

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“Brilliant statues”

Reviewed 21 March 2013

A fashinating collection of statues made by the Danish artist Thorvaldsen. Very quiet and maybe a bit boring.

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Thank you for your feedback. To get the most out of the visit we highly recommend all quests to pick up an audio guide at the Museum Shop (it's free!). This will provide unique insights into the history of the sculptures, such as the mythology behind the hero Jason or Venus the goddess of beauty. It informs about the people... More

James241C

London, United Kingdom

2 reviews

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“The most enjoyable hour you can spend in Copenhagen”

Reviewed 11 February 2013

I had an hour between business meetings and it turned out to be my favorite hour of the week! The ground floor sculptures are superb, but don't miss the pictures on the first floor either. The wall paintings are also outstanding. Quirky in teh best possible way and certainly not to be missed on any trip to Copenhagen.

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Liisbergkamp

Roskilde, Denmark

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“Very educating”

Reviewed 29 January 2013

The museum owns the original paster versions of Thorvaldsen's famous statues. Maximillian elector of Bavaria equestian statue. And Stanislaw Poniatowsky. The germans blew up the equestian statue in Warzaw during WW2, a new copy was made from this original and presented to Poland afterwards. And the pope who was present at Napoleons coronation. Fantastic history lessons - and one of... More

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Thank you for your feedback. We are very happy to hear that your experience at Thorvaldsens Museum was positive and educating. You are more than welcome to visit us again. More

Latchford21

wimbledon

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“Worth visiting for both paintings and sculpture”

Reviewed 28 January 2013

Thorvaldsen was an academic sculptor who trained in Italy. His works look very conventional to today's viewer, though one can only admire his technique and the beauty of certain works. He was also a collector of paintings and these are in some ways as interesting, if not more so, than his sculptures. Tastes have changed and in many ways his... More

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Thank you for your feedback. It is very nice to hear that you enjoyed Thorvaldsen’s sculptures as well as his collection of paintings. Though some of Thorvaldsen’s work might be regarded as more traditional through modern eyes, he was indeed one of the most important European representatives of neoclassicism of his time. As such, his very detailed and well-crafted sculptures... More

goldenlane

London

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“my favourite Copenhagen Museum”

Reviewed 26 January 2013

If you like neo-classicism there is nothing better in Europe. The way Thorvaldsen became a national figure is also impressive and says a lot about the Danes.

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friendlytrips

Palo Alto

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“Sculpture at its Best.”

Reviewed 6 January 2013

The present museum is the original museum build and opened in 1848. That's right, not only are you privileged to see one of the most famous sculptures from the 1770 to 1844 but a building as well. They are in the process of restoring the ceilings. The museum is closed Mondays and admission is free on Wednesdays. However the admission... More

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AHKennedy

Dublin, Ireland

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“Must See this!”

Reviewed 4 January 2013

This doesn't look much from the outside but it is really worth a visit. It reminds me of museums from another era....very atmospheric especially as the donor is buried in the courtyard. The sculpture collection is just marvelous. I had a crick in my neck from just starring at everything. Highly recommended on a visit to this lovely city

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teskeTeske

denmark

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“love this place”

Reviewed 30 December 2012

I come here for the art but also very much for the rooms in the building which is one of my favorite places in CPH. Just love the place...