All the Viking ships at the museum were once ocean-going vessels before they were hauled onto land to be used in burial rituals for their wealthy owners. In the burial mounds, archeologists unearthed skeletons, beautiful wood carvings, and a diverse range of artifacts from the fascinating world of the Vikings. You can see all of the beautifully-crafted grave gifts found with the ships, ranging from everyday objects and utensils to religious artifacts with breathtaking details. Every day, three times per hour, a film is played to take the audience on a unique visual journey into the history of a Viking ship. There is also an outdoor café serving light snacks.
A museum dedicated to the iconic warships of the Vikings is something that you can easily spend a few hours exploring. The Vikings were a fierce community of pirates who roamed the seas in their wooden ships and raided lands on their way. The main section of this museum is the Viking Ship Hall - an exhibition of five original Viking ships that were excavated in 1962 from Roskilde Fjord. The rest of it is the Boat Yard, where archeological work continues round the year. Here, you can also understand the historical background and culture of the Vikings. You'll especially enjoy the Jetty, where you can actually climb onboard recreations of the vessels in the water as well as try on traditional Viking costumes and participate in activities. In warm months, you'll also see coin minting, jewelry making, and shield-painting sessions.
Bygdøyfergen: Ferry from Rådhuskaia to Dronningen.
Bus nr 30, direction Bygdøy, to Vikingskipene.
By walking:
Take a walk from Roskilde city center to Viking Ship Museum. It is a journey of 1.1 km that can be covered in 13 minutes.
By bus:
Take a bus from Duebrødrevej to Vikingeskibsmuseet. It is a journey of 1.3 km that can be covered in 3 minutes and costs 17 to 24 DKK. It is followed by a short 4-minute walk to the Viking Ship Museum.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday: 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Waiting Time
Entrance Fee
Adults: NOK 100
Students/Seniors: NOK 80
Children under 18: Free
Staff and students at UiO: Free
Refugees/asylum seekers: Free
Season ticket, adult: NOK 400
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