Botanical Museum, Copenhagen

#157 among attractions in Copenhagen

Museum, Natural history museum

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Facts and practical information

The Botanical Museum in Copenhagen originated as a part of the Copenhagen Botanical Garden, which was established in 1600. It was later separated as an independent institution. Since 2004, the Botanical Museum forms part of the Natural History Museum of Denmark under the University of Copenhagen. It does not have exhibitions open to the public. ()

Coordinates: 55°41'7"N, 12°34'22"E

Address

Indre By (Kommunehospitalets)Copenhagen Denmark

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Botanical Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Strøget, Rosenborg, Købmagergade, Botanical Garden.

0.5 miS
Famed pedestrian street lined with shops
Strøget, Copenhagen
12 min walk • Strøget, nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, stands as one of Europe's longest pedestrian streets and a quintessential shopping district. Stretching approximately 1.1 kilometers, this bustling thoroughfare is a vibrant mosaic of high-street shops, exclusive...
~950 ftE
17th-century palace and royal museum
Rosenborg, Copenhagen
5 min walk • Rosenborg Castle stands as a testament to the splendor of the Danish monarchy and the rich history of Copenhagen. This renaissance castle, nestled in the heart of the city, was built in the early 17th century by one of the most famous Scandinavian kings, Christian IV.
0.4 miSE
Shopping, Shopping district
Købmagergade, Copenhagen
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Købmagergade is a bustling shopping district renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse range of retail experiences. This pedestrian street, steeped in history, is not just a paradise for avid shoppers but also a cultural...
~660 ftN
Museum's expansive plant collection
Botanical Garden, Copenhagen
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, the Botanical Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Spanning an area of 10 hectares, this park is a living museum of plant species from all over the world, meticulously...
~1150 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Vilhelm Dahlerup
National Gallery of Denmark, Copenhagen
6 min walk • The National Gallery of Denmark, also known as Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK), is the preeminent Danish art museum located in the heart of Copenhagen. As a cultural treasure trove, it houses the largest collection of Danish art and an impressive assortment of European...
0.4 miSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Jazzhus Montmartre, Copenhagen
12 min walk • Jazzhus Montmartre, tucked away in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, is a renowned jazz club that has been the cornerstone of the city's vibrant jazz scene since its inception in 1959. This intimate venue, often referred to as the "Copenhagen's Village Vanguard," has...
~1970 ftNE
Museum of work by Danish artists
Hirschsprung Collection, Copenhagen
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, the Hirschsprung Collection is a true gem for art aficionados and a testament to the nation's rich cultural heritage. This intimate museum, situated in a classical building amidst the peaceful Østre Anlæg park, offers a...
~1960 ftE
Islamic, European and Danish art museum
The David Collection, Copenhagen
10 min walk • The David Collection is a museum of fine and applied art in Copenhagen, Denmark, built around the private collections of lawyer, businessman and art collector C. L. David.
~940 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Klosteret, Copenhagen
5 min walk • Klosteret is a nightclub located at Hauser Plads 32 in Copenhagen, Denmark. With an area of circa 2000 square meters, it is the largest night club in Denmark. Klosteret was opened as a night club in February 2015 by the members of the pop group Infernal, Lina Rafn and Paw Lagermann. Infernal owned more than half the place.
~1150 ftNE
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Geologisk Museum, Copenhagen
6 min walk • The University of Copenhagen Geological Museum is a geology museum on Øster Voldgade, at the northeast corner of the University of Copenhagen Botanical Garden, in Copenhagen, Denmark. Like the botanical garden, the museum is part of the wider array of centers belonging to the Natural History Museum of Denmark.
~890 ftNE
Observatories and planetariums
Østervold, Copenhagen
5 min walk • Østervold Observatory is a former astronomical observatory in Copenhagen, Denmark owned and operated by the University of Copenhagen. It opened in 1861 as a replacement for the University's old observatory at Rundetårn.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Botanical Museum?

Nearby attractions include Tornebuskegade, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Worker's Museum, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Nørre Voldgade, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Botanical Garden, Copenhagen (4 min walk).

How to get to Botanical Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Botanical Museum:

Train

Nørreport (3 min walk)
Østerport (22 min walk)

Bus

Nørreport St. • Lines: 14, 150S, 15E, 184, 185, 350S, 5C, 6A (3 min walk)
Gothersgade • Lines: 14 (4 min walk)

Metro

Nørreport • Lines: M1, M2 (3 min walk)
Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (15 min walk)

Light rail

Nørreport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (4 min walk)
Vesterport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (19 min walk)

Ferry

Nyhavn • Lines: 991, 992 (24 min walk)
Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (24 min walk)