On a family trip? In Roskilde, Lejre and Frederikssund you’ll find great experiences for children. If you're looking for family activities, we’ve gathered them in one place. Let the kids travel back in time or explore the springs in Roskilde.
Lejre Land of Legends – Experience 13,000 Years of Danish History
Step into living Danish history – from the Stone Age and Viking Age to 19th-century farming life. Visit Lejre Land of Legends and feel history come alive.
Roskilde Museum – 1,000 Years of History from the Prehistoric Period to Today
Discover Roskilde – one of Denmark’s oldest cities, with 1,000 years of history from ancient times to the present day. Exciting experiences for the whole family.
Experience the original, 1,000-year-old Viking ships, enjoy traditional craftsmanship, and set sail on Roskilde Fjord. A memorable adventure for both children and adults.
Find Fjordlandet’s Three Trolls in Roskilde and Hedeland
Explore Thomas Dambo’s famous trolls in Roskilde and Hedeland. Find routes, parking and tips for visiting Runde Rie, Glade Anders and Måne Mor in Denmark’s scenic landscapes.
At The Old Smithy in Slangerup, you step into an authentic time capsule and experience traditional blacksmithing as it was practised more than 100 years ago. The small museum offers a fascinating glimpse into life and work in a small-town smithy from the early 1900s – for both children and adults.
Jægerspris Castle – royal history and cultural heritage in Zealand
Jægerspris Castle is one of Denmark’s oldest royal residences and houses a museum dedicated to King Frederik VII and Countess Danner. In 1854, the couple moved into the castle, and after the King’s death, Countess Danner opened his rooms as a memorial museum. In 1874, her own study was also preserved as part of the collection. Countess Danner is buried in the castle park.
Roskilde – The City of Springs | Discover the City of Springs on Foot
Roskilde is known as the City of Springs. For centuries, the town’s many natural springs have served as lifelines, gathering places and sources of both stories and renewal. The water has shaped the town’s development, architecture and everyday life, and traces of it can still be found throughout the town today.
Egholm Museum in Hornsherred – 1,500 m² of History from the 1600s to World War II
Step into a world of wartime history, the Wild West, and the universe of hunting at Egholm Museum. Audio guides bring the stories to life for the whole family.
Explore the fjord from a National Park canoe or dinghy
Skjoldungernes Land offers everything you could wish for in a national park – from fjords and forests to cultural heritage. With the park’s free canoes and dinghies, you can experience it all from the water.
Frederikssund Museum - A journey through time by the fjord
When visiting the Frederikssund Museum, Færgegården, you can explore the history of the fjord landscape from prehistory to the present day. Here you will find a vivid narrative about people’s relationship with Roskilde Fjord told through exhibitions, the museum gardens, and the surrounding trails.
Lejre was a centre of power and a royal seat during the Viking and early Iron Age - not just for one king or for a short time, but for more than 500 years! The area is also known as the home of the first Danish kings, the "Skjoldunger", and the famous heroic poem "Beowulf". In the museum you can admire the many finds and explore the history of Denmark. Lejre Museum is situated in the middle of a hilly, historic natural landscape.
Experience the Rock Museum (known in Danish as “Rockmuseet”) in Roskilde – an interactive museum filled with sound, light and stories about rock, pop and youth culture. Here, you can hear, see and feel the music from the 1950s to the present day in one of Denmark’s most unique museum experiences.
Step into the world of the Vikings on Kalvøen in Frederikssund. Here, you can explore reconstructed houses, bridges, and roads from the Viking Age, discover history first-hand, and experience the unique atmosphere of the site. Throughout the year, the settlement hosts activities, markets, and engaging events that bring the Viking past vividly to life.
Lützhøfts Old Grocer’s Shop – an authentic 1920s store in Roskilde
Step into Lützhøfts Old Grocer's Shop and experience the atmosphere of life 100 years ago. Explore the authentic shop, step behind the counter, listen to fascinating stories, and buy traditional goods.
Musicon is Roskilde’s vibrant new district, bursting with creativity, culture, and unique experiences. Here, homes, workplaces, leisure activities, and cultural attractions are seamlessly blended. Visit the iconic Rock Museum of pop, rock and youth culture, the contemporary dance theatre Aaben Dans, Roskilde Festival Folk High School, the metal art workshop Kunstsmedjen, and explore quirky shopping streets like Rabalderstræde and Containerstriben, or enjoy the skateparks in Rabalderparken and Hal 12.
In the heart of the city, ancient springs emerge with stories of healing, myths and life through the centuries. With this fun and active experience, the whole family can explore together and discover Roskilde from a completely new perspective.
Skjoldungernes Land National Park along Roskilde Fjord is a beautiful and diverse natural area that encompasses both a rich cultural heritage and awe-inspiring nature. With its mix of forests, lakes and historical sites, it is an ideal destination for those who want to experience the beauty of nature and the history of Denmark at the same time.
Find Fjordlandet’s Three Trolls in Roskilde and Hedeland
In Fjordlandet – a scenic region west of Copenhagen – you can meet three of Thomas Dambo’s famous recycled-wood trolls: Runde Rie, Glade Anders and Måne Mor. They are hidden in the landscapes around Roskilde and Hedeland, inviting children and adults alike to go on an outdoor troll hunt.
Rejsestalden in Jægerspris – Cultural Venue by Castle and Forest
Located in the heart of Jægerspris, close to the forest and Jægerspris Castle, Rejsestalden Kulturhus is a historic cultural venue. Originally built in 1875 as part of Jægerspris Hotel, the building was transformed into a cultural centre in 1995 following an extensive renovation led by local citizens.
Roskilde – The City of Springs | Discover the City of Springs on Foot
Roskilde is known as the City of Springs. For centuries, the town’s many natural springs have served as lifelines, gathering places and sources of both stories and renewal. The water has shaped the town’s development, architecture and everyday life, and traces of it can still be found throughout the town today.
The Midgard Serpent in Boserup Forest - play and balance in nature
The Midgard Serpent in Boserup Forest is an approximately 300-metre-long balance trail made from logs and natural materials. The trail winds through the forest like a serpent and gives both children and adults the opportunity to play, balance and explore nature in an active and unusual way.
Roskilde Museum – 1,000 Years of History from the Prehistoric Period to Today
At Roskilde Museum, visitors can explore 1,000 years of history in one of Denmark’s oldest cities. The exhibitions range from ancient times and the Middle Ages to the modern era, and your visit can be rounded off with a break in the museum café or a browse in the shop.
Lejre Land of Legends – Experience 13,000 Years of Danish History
Lejre Land of Legends is a unique attraction with its large and famous King's Hall, houses and environments from the Stone Age, the Iron Age, the Viking Age as well as workshops. Discover a historical playland for children and adults, where you can also experience other prehistoric eras. Everything is based on archaeological research about life in the past.
Saint Laurentius Church - 900 years of history hidden beneath Roskilde
Beneath Roskilde’s lively main square lies a medieval church ruin featuring a rare brick floor and dramatic stories from the city’s distant past. The ruins of Saint Laurentius' Church and the preserved tower stand today as a testament to faith, building traditions, and Roskilde’s evolution over nearly a thousand years.
Selsø Castle – the forgotten manor house by the fjord
Selsø Castle is a remarkably well-preserved historic building with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. When you step inside, you encounter a manor house that remains almost exactly as it was left in 1829 – without electricity, running water or heating – and with an atmosphere that transports your imagination across several centuries.
At the music venue Gimle in Roskilde, you can experience everything from intimate concerts to large-scale events in a truly unique setting. Here, music, culture and community come together in the old waterworks, where both emerging talents and established artists create memorable experiences all year round.
Tadre Mølle – watermill history since the 14th century
Surrounded by woodland, meadows and streams in the lush Elverdam Valley, Tadre Mølle is the last remaining watermill from the former Aastrup Estate area. The mill’s history dates back to the 14th century, and today visitors can experience the historic mill in authentic surroundings. Here, cultural history, nature and traditional craftsmanship come together in a peaceful landscape of paths, millponds and historic buildings.
Roskilde is the only place in the world where you can board a real Viking ship, experience original vessels from the Viking Age, or take a sailing trip on the fjord in traditional Nordic boats.
J. F. Willumsen dealt with virtually all forms of art, both painting, sculpture, ceramics, graphics, photography and architecture, and has his own style with his strong and expressive colors and his sense of shapes and story telling. Willumsens Museum is a sensory and color explosion in all the colors of the rainbow for both children and adults.
Hedeland Vintage Railway – Heritage Trains and Museum in Scenic Hedeland
Hedeland Vintage Railway takes visitors on a nostalgic journey through the former gravel pits of Hedeland. Here, historic trains, beautiful nature and the story of Denmark’s industrial railways come together in a recreational landscape with space for both relaxation and exploration.
