The history of the Danes is inextricably linked with the history of the Vikings, which is why a visit to the Viking Ship Museum on Roskilde Fjord is a “must” during a trip to Denmark. Experience this fantastic highlight up close with your group!

Original Viking ships and the impressive collection of ships in the museum’s own harbor form the core of this extraordinary exhibition. The ships were all found and excavated together in 1962 at a former barrage built by the Vikings in Roskildefjord. The find comprises 5 different types of ship, including one of the largest warships from the Viking Age discovered to date, which together give a unique impression of Viking shipbuilding and craftsmanship.

If you like, you can dress up like a Viking yourself and slip into the time of the old warriors, having lots of fun with the props and the replica of a Viking ship. Even sailing trips on the boats are possible. Other temporary special exhibitions round off the offer. The museum also has its own museum island with a harbor, boatyard and “Tunet”, the meeting place of the Vikings.

The museum harbor houses a large collection of traditional Scandinavian wooden boats and reconstructed Viking ships, which show the appearance of the original ships 1000 years ago.

The boatyard conveys the craft and boatbuilding culture of the Viking Age. Here you can visit an active shipyard and not only follow the work of the boat builder at close quarters, but also try, feel and smell it with all your senses. You can also try your hand at making a rope, carving patterns in wood, forging red-hot iron or minting coins.

There is of course a souvenir store and food and drink is also provided. Special meal arrangements make a visit to this attraction a real experience. Why not combine this attraction with a visit to Roskilde Cathedral, a World Heritage Site.