Experimentarium

About the museum

Experimentarium opened on January 9, 1991, in Hellerup, north of København. Rather than exhibits behind glass, the museum has relied on hands-on participation from the start: visitors conduct experiments themselves and experience physical and biological phenomena directly. It is housed in a former bottling hall of the Tuborg brewery at Tuborg Havn.

From 2014, the building was fundamentally remodeled and expanded. The plans come from the Danish architecture firm CEBRA; a striking element is a large, spiral Helix staircase connecting the floors. A fire at the construction site in April 2015 delayed the work, and on January 26, 2017, the renewed science center opened. From 1991 to 2014, Asger Høeg directed the museum.

Experimentarium is an independent, state-supported knowledge-sharing center and is among the most visited attractions in Denmark; it is a member of Top Attraktioner and certified as a green attraction. Its roughly dozen exhibition areas range from the soap bubble room Bobleriet and the human body in Under Huden to play worlds for the youngest such as Miniverset and Legedalen. There are also an interactive roof terrace, shows, and extensive programs for schools and daycare centers.

Highlights

• Helix staircase in the Tuborg building remodeled by CEBRA
• Bobleriet – large soap bubble area with light and music
• Under Huden – a journey of discovery through the human body
• Miniverset – science play world for children ages 1 to 5
• Interactive roof terrace

Permanent exhibitions

• Bobleriet – Large soap bubble area with light, sound, and interactive stations for everyone age 2 and up, plus regular soap bubble shows.
• Under Huden – Experiments take you through the human body – from cells, breathing, and circulation to muscles, skeleton, and brain; recommended from about age 10.
• Miniverset – Play world with seven areas in which children ages 1 to 5, together with adults, discover first phenomena of biology, physics, and mathematics.

Founded

1991

Director

Kim Gladstone Herlev

Visitors per year

approx. 220,137 (2021)

Admission & discounts

Admission prices vary by day of the week and season; the prices given are the lowest online prices ("from"). Online tickets are 10% cheaper than at the ticket desk and are valid only for the chosen date. Within 30 days, a day ticket can be credited toward an annual pass in the shop. Free admission with the Kulturpas (ages 15–24). School and institution tickets DKK 60 per child.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

All floors are wheelchair-accessible by elevator from the entrance hall; loaner wheelchairs in the shop. Accessible restrooms on all floors except the roof, adult changing table (up to 75 kg). Accessible parking spaces on the north side toward Tuborg Boulevard; there is no elevator from the parking garage. For autistic guests, an illustrated guide to preparing for the visit is available.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Hands-on stations
• Stroller-friendly
• Baby changing facilities
• Playground / play area
• Kids’ birthday parties: not available

Almost all exhibitions are designed for touching and trying things out. For the youngest there are Miniverset (ages 1–5, visit of about one hour) and Legedalen (ages 3–6), plus soap bubble shows in Bobleriet (ages 2 and up). Strollers can be borrowed; parking spots for them are available in some areas. Baby changing areas and a quiet nursing and changing room at Miniverset. There are no dedicated children's birthday packages, but cake can be enjoyed in the area for food you bring yourself.

Getting there & parking

Bicycle parking in front of the main entrance, along Tuborg Havnevej, and covered on Tuborg Boulevard; no charging for e-bikes.

Amenities & dining

• Restaurant
• Museum shop
• Coat check
• Lockers
• Wi-Fi

Restaurant SMASK on the second floor with seasonal cuisine and children's dishes (hot food from 11:00). Free coat check at both main entrances, lockers also for luggage and e-bike batteries. Free Wi-Fi. Area for food you bring yourself (Madpakkeområde).

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events
• Weddings / ceremonies

Up to 600 guests.

About 1,400 m² of meeting and event space for up to 600 guests, conferences for 50–244 people; company parties, team building, private celebrations, and weddings, with catering and a soap bubble show on request.

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