Copenhagen: Ripley’s Believe It or Not! 4-Way Combo Ticket

Strange sights make Copenhagen more playful. This four-part ticket brings together Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, the Hans Christian Andersen Experience, the Guinness World Records Museum, and the Mystic Exploratorie, all in central Copenhagen. I like the mix of genuine oddities and hands-on games, and I like that one ticket covers four very different stops.

The main drawback is uneven quality. Ripley’s can be quite short, while the Hans Christian Andersen attraction is small. The Mystic Exploratorie may also feel more like a brief spooky walk-through than a full museum, especially for a family expecting a large attraction.

Four useful facts before you go

• Two central locations: Visit Ripley’s and Hans Christian Andersen at Rådhuspladsen 57, then walk about 15 minutes to Østergade 16 for Guinness and Mystic Exploratorie.
• Over 500 Ripley’s exhibits: Expect unusual objects, including genuine shrunken heads, letters written on a grain of rice, and a mummified hand.
• A fairy-tale stop: The Hans Christian Andersen Experience features The Ugly Duckling, Thumbelina, and The Emperor’s New Clothes.
• Games at Guinness: Test yourself in the Interactive Game Zone, try to set a record, or play on a giant Pac-Man game.
• A dark, spooky finale: Mystic Exploratorie uses dark corridors, illusions, mystical effects, and a deserted graveyard scene.
• Not wheelchair accessible: The attractions occupy two floors and have no lift, so this ticket is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Four attractions, two Copenhagen addresses

The practical appeal is simple. You pay about $45 per person for access to four attractions, and you do not need to buy four separate admissions. That can be good value if you plan to visit all four rather than picking only one.

The ticket is redeemed at either location. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and the Hans Christian Andersen Experience share the address at Rådhuspladsen 57. The Guinness World Records Museum and Mystic Exploratorie are at Østergade 16.

The walk between the two sites takes about 15 minutes. That is easy enough for most people, and it gives you a natural break between the two pairs. I would visit the Rådhuspladsen attractions together, walk across town, then see Guinness and Mystic Exploratorie in the same outing.

The ticket information gives a validity period of 365 hours and also says tickets can be used up to a year after purchase. Since those details do not perfectly match, check the current booking terms and the dates shown when you reserve. Do not assume you need to complete everything in one day.

There are no food or drinks included. Bring water, wear comfortable shoes, and keep your camera ready. Flash photography is not allowed, and backpacks are not permitted.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and the 500 oddities

Ripley’s is the strongest stop for sheer curiosity. It is described as the only Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Scandinavia, with more than 500 exhibits. The tone is part museum, part visual puzzle, and part carnival of the improbable.

You might see genuine shrunken heads, a mummified hand, and tiny letters written on a grain of rice. These are the kinds of objects that give the attraction its purpose: they make you stop, look twice, and wonder how such things came to exist.

The collection also introduces extraordinary people from past and present. That human element helps prevent the visit from becoming only a parade of strange objects. You are not simply reading labels. You are being shown unusual achievements, physical extremes, and curious pieces linked to real people.

Still, set your expectations carefully. A family can move through this attraction in about 30 minutes, especially if nobody stops for long at each display. That is not necessarily a flaw for a visitor with limited time, but it does affect the ticket’s value.

I would not buy the four-way ticket for Ripley’s alone. I would use Ripley’s as a compact, quirky stop before or after another central Copenhagen sight. Children and adults who enjoy bizarre facts may have fun, but the attraction may not hold the attention of every child for long.

Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tales in a small setting

The Hans Christian Andersen Experience offers a gentler change of mood. Instead of oddities and physical records, you follow the author’s famous fairy-tale world, including The Ugly Duckling, Thumbelina, and The Emperor’s New Clothes.

This is the most storybook-like part of the ticket. It gives families a chance to connect the name Hans Christian Andersen with the tales themselves. If you grew up with these stories, familiar characters provide an easy reason to stop.

The attraction is also the smallest of the four. Think of it as a short, focused visit rather than a large museum devoted to Andersen’s life and work. That compact size can be useful when you are touring with children, since it does not demand a long stretch of concentration.

I would pair it with Ripley’s because they share the same address. See the fairy tales first if you want a calmer start, or save them for after Ripley’s if you need a change from the stranger exhibits.

The main value here is atmosphere and recognition. You are not coming for a major literary collection or a full account of Andersen’s career. You are coming to revisit some of the best-known tales in a small attraction that works well as part of a central Copenhagen day.

Guinness World Records Museum: facts, games, and mixed priorities

The Guinness World Records Museum shifts the focus from strange objects to human achievement. Displays feature record holders such as the man who ate a plane, the model with the world’s longest legs, and the world’s tallest man.

Those examples give you the flavor of the place. The museum is designed for quick reactions and visual comparisons. You can move from one startling record to another without needing much background.

The Interactive Game Zone adds a hands-on element. You can attempt to break a record and try to put your own name into the record book. There is also a large Pac-Man game, which gives families and friends something to do together rather than simply read displays.

That game focus is useful if you are visiting with children or teenagers. It gives the museum energy and makes the stop less passive. If you prefer detailed stories behind each record, however, you may find the balance less satisfying.

The Guinness stop has also changed in a way that matters to your expectations. It can feel more like a gaming venue than a traditional museum, with fewer objects and stories than you might expect from the printed Guinness World Records books. For some families, the games will be the best part. For others, the reduced display material may feel disappointing.

I would visit with an open mind. Treat Guinness as an interactive entertainment stop with record-themed displays, not as a complete archive of world records.

Mystic Exploratorie and the spooky finish

Mystic Exploratorie is the most theatrical attraction in the group. Its dark passageways are built around thrills, illusions, and mystical phenomena. You put your senses to the test while moving through an environment designed to feel unsettling.

The deserted graveyard at midnight is the clearest example of its style. You may also cross paths with unpleasant characters along the route. This is not the quietest or most educational stop, and it is unlikely to suit everyone.

For visitors who enjoy spooky settings, the attraction can provide a memorable change from the factual displays at Ripley’s and Guinness. It is particularly easy to place at the end of the day, when a dark walk-through feels more fitting.

The important caution is scale. Do not expect a large haunted attraction with a long storyline. The experience is described as a set of dark hallways and mystical scenes, and some families may find it brief or underwhelming for the price.

Young children may also react differently to the graveyard and unsavory characters. The ticket information does not give a recommended age, so use your own judgment based on the children in your group. If anyone dislikes darkness, illusions, or spooky figures, Mystic Exploratorie may be the weakest part of the package.

What $45 really buys you

At about $45 per person, the ticket makes financial sense only if you use the whole package. Four admissions bundled together usually offer savings compared with buying each stop independently, but the attractions are not equal in size or depth.

Ripley’s may take around 30 minutes for a fast-moving family. Hans Christian Andersen’s attraction is described as very small. Guinness may take longer if you use the games, while Mystic Exploratorie depends on how much time you spend moving through its scenes.

That means the value comes from variety rather than a full day inside one major museum. You are paying for four short, unusual experiences spread across central Copenhagen. If you enjoy novelty and want several light stops between bigger sights, the combination works well.

If you are looking for one substantial museum with extensive displays, this is not the right purchase. A family of five could spend a significant amount, and a disappointing visit to two of the four attractions would quickly weaken the value.

I would also consider your group’s interests. A child who loves records and games may have a great time at Guinness. A fairy-tale fan may care most about Andersen. Someone fascinated by unusual objects may prefer Ripley’s. The ticket is strongest when different people in your group want different things.

Timing, comfort, and access

You should wear comfortable shoes because you are visiting two locations and walking between them. The attractions are in central Copenhagen, so the 15-minute transfer is manageable, but you still need to plan around the rest of your day.

Bring a camera, but leave the flash switched off. Backpacks are not allowed, so pack lightly. Water is not included, and food and drinks are not part of the ticket, so take care of those needs before or between attractions.

The most important access issue is clear: the attractions are not wheelchair accessible. They are on two floors and do not have a lift. This is not a minor inconvenience, so wheelchair users should not book this ticket.

The host or greeter language is English. That makes the package practical for English-speaking visitors, though the ticket does not promise a guided tour or a named guide. You should expect to explore the attractions rather than join a long, formal walking tour.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Copenhagen schedule is still changing.

Who will enjoy this Copenhagen combo?

I would recommend the ticket to families, curious adults, and groups with mixed interests. It gives you four very different themes in a small area: bizarre objects, fairy tales, world records, and spooky illusions.

It is also a good rainy-day option if you want several indoor stops. The attractions are compact, so you can spread them across your Copenhagen visit instead of forcing four visits into one rushed afternoon, subject to the ticket’s stated validity terms.

I would be cautious if you want serious museum content. The exhibits are built for quick impact, simple entertainment, and unusual facts. The Guinness museum may feel too game-focused, Ripley’s may feel too short, and the Andersen attraction may feel too small.

Families should also think about age and temperament. The games at Guinness are likely to appeal to competitive children, while Mystic Exploratorie may suit older children and adults better than very young ones. Nobody in the group should need wheelchair access because the buildings have stairs and no lift.

My verdict: book for variety, not depth

Book this combo if you like short, quirky attractions and expect each stop to have a different mood. The ticket’s best feature is the variety, with Ripley’s oddities, Andersen’s familiar tales, Guinness games, and Mystic Exploratorie’s spooky corridors all within a short walk of one another.

Skip it if you want a large, detailed museum experience or if your group will probably visit only one or two stops. At $45 per person, the package needs all four attractions to feel worthwhile. I would especially check your group’s reaction to games and spooky effects before booking.

The overall rating is 4.5 from 13 reviews, but the experience clearly divides opinion. Some people find it enjoyable and easy to use, while a family visit can feel disappointing when displays seem reduced or attractions feel too small. My practical advice is simple: buy it for a playful afternoon of oddities and entertainment, not for a major cultural tour of Copenhagen.

FAQ

Where are the four attractions located?

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and the Hans Christian Andersen Experience are at Rådhuspladsen 57. The Guinness World Records Museum and Mystic Exploratorie are at Østergade 16.

How far apart are the two locations?

The two locations are about a 15-minute walk apart.

What does the combo ticket include?

It includes entry to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Copenhagen, the Hans Christian Andersen Experience, the Guinness World Records Museum, and the Mystic Exploratorie.

Is food included?

No. Food and drinks are not included in the ticket.

Is the ticket wheelchair accessible?

No. The attractions are on two floors and do not have a lift, so the ticket is not suitable for wheelchair users.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable shoes, water, and a camera. Flash photography is not allowed, and backpacks are not permitted.

Can I cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Can I reserve now and pay later?

Yes. The booking option allows you to reserve your place and pay later.