The Danish Maritime Museum, also known as M/S Museet for Søfart, is an underground museum built around the old dry dock of Kronborg Castle. It is a place to learn about Denmark's naval and shipping history, and it is set in the grounds of a castle that many visitors already have on their list.
Its location is the first thing that sets it apart. Rather than sitting above ground, the museum is constructed within the dry dock, so the galleries follow the shape of the old harbour works. The address is Ny Kronborgvej 1, Helsingør, in Denmark, and the museum can be reached by phone on +45 49 21 06 85 if you have questions before you go.
What you will find
- Exhibits on Denmark's naval history and its long connection with the sea
- Displays on the shipping trade and the people who worked on the water
- Ship models of many kinds, showing how vessels were built and rigged
- Interactive exhibits that suit visitors who prefer to explore by doing rather than only reading
Planning your visit
The museum suits anyone with an interest in ships, ports or maritime life, and it is a natural pairing with a visit to Kronborg Castle, which stands beside it. Helsingør itself is a harbour town on the Øresund coast, so a walk along the waterfront makes a good addition to the day. Because the galleries are underground, it is a practical choice on a cool or wet day as well as a fine one.
