H. C. Andersens House

Very informative museum that shines light into the life of Hans Christian Andersen, built around his birth home (different from his childhood home). It's amazing to understand more about the author who wrote many of the fairy tales that we grew up with, such as the little mermaid and the ugly duckling. If you're passing by Odense by any chance, you should drop by this house.

Don't dismiss this historical and beautiful museum. Very interactive art/ architectural gallery and educational. Highly recommend even if you have an hour. They did an amazing job to depict Hans Christian Andersens life. Took our 16 year old who doesn't love these types of things but we all enjoyed it. I had read all the stories to my kiddos when they were little so to see how it was written or they're display of the stories was great.

Lovely, quiet and cool museum. There were hardly any people there when I visited. The whole museum is Hans Christian Andersens story that is told while you listen on headphones. It gives you a lot of information about his life and you can go through at your own pace. I like that it's a different set up than just artifacts and panels to read like most museums. There's music, stories, artifacts and installations. Very cool museum and seeing his actual house attached to the museum is a great way to finish off.the whole exhibit. I definitely recommend the museum if you are into literature and history.

It’s a very nice interactive museum, and everything is easy to understand, even if you don't speak Danish. At the entrance, you’ll receive a headset with your choice of Danish or English. The museum isn't too long, so if your kids tend to get bored quickly, they should still stay engaged throughout the whole experience.

For book and fairy tale lovers, this museum is an absolute gem. It offers a delightful journey into the world of Hans Christian Andersen, bringing his timeless fairy tales to life through captivating visuals while also providing an engaging overview of his life. It's not only a treat for adults, but also a fantastic opportunity to foster a love for stories in your children. A visit here is guaranteed to be a memorable experience, and one you certainly won’t regret!

Spectacular display of H. C. Andersen's spirit. Very well put-together combination of objects from his everyday life, his passions, his frustrations as a human being, as well as displays of his work. The latter includes elements and symbols from his stories and very interesting visual installations, a circular display with a mini game about his approach to storytelling and many other great ways to engage the audience. Definitely a must see in Odense.

I don’t know why I was surprised to find this museum to be an absolute delight. The clever design puts visitors right into the story of Hans Christian Andersen’s life, from his impoverished birth in the tiny house that is incorporated into the museum, through to his death as a fêted literary figure. There are mementos of his life, as well as statues, installations, projections and other wondrous exhibits about his stories. The provided headsets are offered in multiple languages and the audio is provided automatically as you step close to a story point. You can move as slowly or quickly as you like and enjoy everything the museum has to offer. The cafe is wonderful and open later than in many other cultural institutions. The gardens that wind their way around the building only enhance its beauty. If you only have time for one museum in Odense, I recommend visiting this one.

Very impressive. The audio guide is flawlessly integrated into the visuals for an immersive and educational experience - enjoyable as well!!