Museum of classics
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Why locals love it
Commissioned by Carlsberg brewing magnate Carl Jacobsen in 1888, this beautiful and imposing building next door to Tivoli houses Northern Europe’s largest collection of ancient Mediterranean art as well as a fine collection of French Impressionist paintings.
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Why you should visit it
The centre of the building opens up to reveal a glass-roofed, sub-tropical winter garden filled with statues, palm trees, a fountain and a tea room. Don't miss the eerie ancient Egyptian section in the basement, replete with mummies and wood-carved coffins.
Special tip
Free on Tuesdays.