# Louisiana Museum of Modern Art — Humlebæk, Denmark

> Louisiana opened in 1958 in a 19th-century villa at Humlebæk, 35 kilometres north of Copenhagen on the coast of the Øresund strait. The museum grew organically over decades, with interconnected whitewashed gallery wings threading through the landscape of the clifftop park — creating one of the most harmonious relationships between art, architecture, and nature of any museum in the world.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday–Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday–Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Closed Mondays
- Admission: ✓ DKK 175 standard adult admission (approx. €23); children under 18 free
- Address: Gl Strandvej 13, 3050 Humlebæk, Denmark
- Time needed: 3–4 hours
- Official website: https://louisiana.dk/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Walking Man I — Alberto Giacometti · 1960
- Little Janey — Alexander Calder · 1958
- Two Piece Reclining Figure No. 5 — Henry Moore · 1963
- Self-Portrait in Green — Andy Warhol · 1981

## FAQ
**How do I get to Louisiana from Copenhagen?**
Take the regional train (S-tog or Øresund line) from Copenhagen Central Station toward Helsingør and exit at Humlebæk. The museum is an easy 10-minute walk from the station. The journey takes about 40 minutes and trains run frequently.

**Is Louisiana better than other Danish museums?**
Louisiana is consistently ranked as Denmark's most visited museum of art and one of the finest in all of Scandinavia. Its combination of coastal setting, permanent collection, and world-class temporary exhibitions makes it exceptional by any standard.

**Why is it called Louisiana?**
The villa was built in 1855 by Alexander Brun, who named it Louisiana after his three successive wives — all named Louise. The name stuck when the museum opened in 1958.

**How long should I spend at Louisiana Museum of Modern Art?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Louisiana Museum of Modern Art best known for?**
Louisiana opened in 1958 in a 19th-century villa at Humlebæk, 35 kilometres north of Copenhagen on the coast of the Øresund strait. The museum grew organically over decades, with interconnected whitewashed gallery wings threading through the landscape of the clifftop park — creating one of the most harmonious relationships between art, architecture, and nature of any museum in the world. Key highlights include Giacometti sculptures — one of the finest collections in Europe, Calder mobiles — hanging works in the garden, Henry Moore bronzes — sculpture park overlooking the sea.

**How do I get tickets for Louisiana Museum of Modern Art?**
✓ DKK 175 standard adult admission (approx. €23); children under 18 free Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://louisiana.dk/en/

**Can I visit the sculpture park without a ticket?**
No — the sculpture park is inside the museum grounds and requires admission. However, the park is included with the standard ticket and is an essential part of the visit. Allow at least 1 hour for the outdoor collection.

**Louisiana or SMK (National Gallery of Denmark) — which first?**
Louisiana for the setting and post-war art (Giacometti, Calder, Moore); SMK in Copenhagen for older art (Matisse, Hammershøi, Danish Golden Age). Louisiana requires a half-day trip from Copenhagen; SMK is in the city centre. If you have time for only one, Louisiana offers the more unique experience.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/louisiana-museum-of-modern-art/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.