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Arken

Arken
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© Wonderful Copenhagen / Morten Bjarnhof
Type of Site
Museums
Neighborhood
Greater Copenhagen
Interests That Apply
Art, Architecture, Photography
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Price: $5-$10
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Assistance Available: Wheelchair Walker
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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Arken

ARKEN Museum of Modern Art

The Newest Museum of Modern Art


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
Skovvej 100
Ishøj, 2635
+45 4354 0222
Fax: +45 4354 0522

Description

Arken, located in Ishøj, south of Copenhagen, houses a large new museum for modern art. This building has a character of its own, given to it by architect Søren Robert Lund. Arken fits beautifully into the low-lying landscape of beach, lakes, lagoons, and dikes. From a distance, the building resembles a huge ship. The interior of the museum has been criticised for not being very suitable for exhibiting paintings. Arken hosts exhibitions of work by world-famous modern artists, such as Dalí or Rauschenberg, as well as works by relatively unknown artists. It also contains a concert hall and a cinema.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 10a-5p Tu-Su, 10a-9p W
Visit Time: 2hr-Half day(4hr)
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Discounts Available: Groups of 10+, Under 18 free

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Ishøj st.
Best Modes of Transportation: Train
Notes: Arken is situated about 20 km south of Copenhagen. Take the train (Either Line A or E) from Copenhagen Main Railway Station to Ishøj Station. From there, bus no. 128 takes you directly to the museum. Journey time is approximately 30 minutes.
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free


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