
4.7 ·
Walk into the David Collection for Islamic art displayed in an elegantly designed setting. Study detailed craftsmanship and the European and Danish early modern sections, with free entry and room to linger.
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The David Collection brings together a rich Islamic art collection with European and Danish early modern paintings and decorative art. Visitors single out the interior design and organisation, noting careful attention to detail, plus a welcoming reception.
Anyone interested in Islamic history and craftsmanship can easily spend close to two hours reading the labels, though an hour covers the highlights. Entry is free, it is open most of the week and it sits in central Copenhagen, so it fits easily between other sights.
The David Collection brings together a rich Islamic art collection with European and Danish early modern paintings and decorative art. Visitors single out the interior design and organisation, noting careful attention to detail, plus a welcoming reception.
Anyone interested in Islamic history and craftsmanship can easily spend close to two hours reading the labels, though an hour covers the highlights. Entry is free, it is open most of the week and it sits in central Copenhagen, so it fits easily between other sights.
Duration
1h
Best time
morning, lunchtime, afternoon or evening
Intensity
Easy pace
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Great museum, very nice reception. If you read everything, you can easily spend 2 hours here. Especially if you are interested in the history of islam, you are going to like this collection. Sadly there is no english translation for most text. Entrance is free.
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