Danish Jewish Museum, Copenhagen
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Facts and practical information
The Danish Jewish Museum, in Copenhagen, Denmark, sits inside the Danish Royal Library’s old Galley House and exhibits Danish Jewish historical artifacts and art. Designed by architect Daniel Libeskind, the building memorializes the story of Danish Jews who were saved from Nazi persecution by their fellow Danes in October 1943. Construction of the Museum began in March 2003 and the museum opened in June 2004. ()
Day trips
Danish Jewish Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Christiansborg Palace, Royal Stables, Holmen Church, Ved Stranden 10.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Danish Jewish Museum open?
Danish Jewish Museum is open:
- Monday closed
- Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
- Friday 10 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 5 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Danish Jewish Museum?
Nearby attractions include Proviantgården, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Royal Library Garden, Copenhagen (1 min walk), The Royal Library, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Søren Kierkegaards Plads, Copenhagen (2 min walk).
How to get to Danish Jewish Museum by public transport?
The nearest stations to Danish Jewish Museum:
Bus
Ferry
Metro
Train
Light rail
Bus
- Børsen • Lines: 2A (3 min walk)
- Holmens Kirke • Lines: 23 (6 min walk)
Ferry
- Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (5 min walk)
- Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (5 min walk)
Metro
- Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (7 min walk)
- Kongens Nytorv • Lines: M1, M2, M3, M4 (10 min walk)
Train
- Copenhagen Central Station (18 min walk)
- Nørreport (20 min walk)
Light rail
- Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (18 min walk)
- Nørreport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (20 min walk)