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SMK - National Gallery of Denmark: free entry days, tickets & hours
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SMK is next free on Friday, 20 November 2026 (in 4 weeks).
- SMK Fridays: free after-hours evening (next 20 Nov 2026).
- Also free: Under-18s always free.
- Otherwise: adult — kr 140.
Calendar
Free days at SMK
- FRI20NOVFriday, 20 November 2026 · in 4 weeks · 16:00–22:00
1 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- The permanent collection is not free for adults - only under-18s and SMK Fridays evenings are free.
- Watch for the next SMK Fridays date (20 Nov 2026, 16:00-22:00); entry is free and no booking is needed.
- Wednesday is the late opening until 20:00.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free forUnder-18s always free | under-18s | — | No |
| Free eventSMK Fridays: free after-hours evening (next 20 Nov 2026) · 16:00–22:00 | everyone | Six SMK Fridays a year with talks, music, bar and street food; drinks and food are paid. | No |
Official prices
SMK ticket prices
| Adult — Under 27: DKK 95. | kr 140 |
| SMK annual pass (individual) — Unlimited visits for a year, also valid at SMK Thy. | kr 295 |
| Parkmuseerne ticket (one visit at each of six museums in the district, valid a year) — Good value if you also visit Rosenborg's neighbours in the museum district. | kr 345 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (adult). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–20:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–18:00 |
Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00, Wednesday until 20:00; closed Mondays (special Monday openings in school holidays). Galleries start closing 15 minutes before closing time. Closed 24, 25, 31 Dec and 1 Jan.
Sølvgade 48-50, 1307 København K, Denmark
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FAQ
SMK: common questions
Is SMK free?
SMK is free for everyone sMK Fridays: free after-hours evening (next 20 Nov 2026). Also free: Under-18s always free. Otherwise the official ticket costs kr 140.
Who gets free entry to SMK?
Under-18s.
How much is a ticket to SMK?
Adult costs kr 140 on the official site.
What day is SMK closed?
SMK is closed on Mondays. Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00, Wednesday until 20:00; closed Mondays (special Monday openings in school holidays). Galleries start closing 15 minutes before closing time. Closed 24, 25, 31 Dec and 1 Jan.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- smk.dk/en/section/visit-smk/ · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
- smk.dk/en/article/smk-fridays/ · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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