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Get InspiredEuropeDenmarkKbenhavnCopenhagen Contemporary

Copenhagen Contemporary

DK
Art Center·Industrial, Spacious, Avant Garde
Copenhagen Contemporary
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Copenhagen Contemporary
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Copenhagen Contemporary
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Copenhagen Contemporary
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Copenhagen Contemporary
Photo by Copenhagen Contemporary from Google Places
Copenhagen Contemporary
Photo by Copenhagen Contemporary from Google Places
Copenhagen Contemporary
Photo by Ida Louise from Google Places
Copenhagen Contemporary
Photo by Laurent Friob from Google Places
Copenhagen Contemporary
Photo by Bank Tungtawee from Google Places
Copenhagen Contemporary
Photo by Copenhagen Contemporary from Google Places

Copenhagen Contemporary is an expansive art center located in a former industrial welding facility in Copenhagen. It is renowned for hosting large-scale, avant-garde installations that utilize the grandeur of its massive hangar spaces to create immersive environments. Visitors can experience rotating exhibitions that range from high-concept digital works like 'Soft Robots' to physical, site-specific pieces. While the location is slightly removed from the city center, the unique architectural setting and high-level curatorial work make it a standout destination. The venue is particularly praised for its ability to house complex works that require significant physical space, offering a distinct alternative to traditional galleries.

Copenhagen Contemporary is an expansive art center located in a former industrial welding facility in Copenhagen. It is renowned for hosting large-scale, avant-garde installations that utilize the grandeur of its massive hangar spaces to create immersive environments. Visitors can experience rotating exhibitions that range from high-concept digital works like 'Soft Robots' to physical, site-specific pieces. While the location is slightly removed from the city center, the unique architectural setting and high-level curatorial work make it a standout destination. The venue is particularly praised for its ability to house complex works that require significant physical space, offering a distinct alternative to traditional galleries.

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Address
Refshalevej 173A, 1432 København, Denmark
Websitecopenhagencontemporary.org
Hours
Closed
Mon
Closed
Tue
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wed
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thu
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sun
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Highlights

  • Massive installations in a former industrial welding facility.

  • Spacious hangar-like galleries designed for large-scale works.

  • Rotating avant-garde exhibitions with high-level curatorial design.

  • Unique industrial setting that provides a sense of grandeur.

  • Accessible via a scenic harbor ferry or local bus routes.

Best For

Immersive art lovers and fans of industrial architecture.

Time of Day

Lunch

Occasion Tags

Tourists, Locals, Solo, Date Night

Reviews

4.4
Great2,1 K reviews

Copenhagen Contemporary is widely praised for its unique location in a former industrial welding facility, which provides a grand and spacious setting for art. Reviewers highlight the high quality of curatorial work, specifically noting the impressive scale of the avant-garde installations. While the museum is located slightly outside the city center, visitors find it easily accessible via Bus 2A or the harbor ferry. The art is described as 'hit or miss' depending on individual taste, but the immersive nature of the exhibitions like 'Soft Robots' is frequently commended. Some visitors noted a lack of nearby amenities during the day, suggesting it as a dedicated destination for art enthusiasts. Overall, it offers a distinct and memorable cultural experience that differs from traditional galleries.

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Location

Indre By, København, Denmark

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