The Bottle Ship Museum
Open from 27 June to 30 August 2026
Practical information
What does it cost? Where is the Bottle Ship Museum located? Find the answers on this page.
Opening hours
The Bottle Ship Museum 2026
27 June – 30 August 2026
Monday-Sunday 11. am-5 pm
Visits during spring and autumn are possible by prior arrangement.
Subject to alterations.
Admission
2026
| Adults | 50 DKK |
| Children (0-17 years) | Free |
| Combined ticket | 125 DKK* |
Combined ticket – 3 museums*
27 June – 30 August
For 125 DKK you have access to Ærø Museum, Hammerich’s House and the Bottle Ship Museum (normal price 165 DKK).
Combined tickets can be purchased at the ticket office at Ærø Museum and the Bottle Ship Museum and are valid for visits on the day of purchase.
Who gets free admission?
- Companions of disabled persons, when showing their companion card
- Bus drivers and travel guides visiting the museum with a large group
- Pupils, teachers and students visiting the museum for educational purposes
Subject to alterations.
Payment
You can pay by credit card or in cash.
How to find us
The Bottle Ship Museum, Smedegade 22, 5970 Ærøskøbing
The Bottle Ship Museum is located about a 5-minute walk from the ferry terminal (to and from Svendborg) and the bus stop (to and from Marstal/Søby) in Ærøskøbing. Bus travel on Ærø is free of charge.
Contact the museum
Please contact Ærø Museum:
By phone +45 62 52 29 50 or by e-mail: info@museumsydfyn.dk
During your visit
Where can we park? Can we bring a lunch? Find the answers here.
Parking
Bottle Peter’s Collection is located in the narrow streets in the center of Ærøskøbing.
If you arrive by car, we therefore recommend parking at the harbor or in Pilebækken. From there, it is about a 5-minute walk to the museum.
Accessibility
The Bottle Ship Museum is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchair users.
Food and drinks
You are welcome to bring your own food and drinks. Unfortunately, the museum does not sell food and beverages. We sell coffee and ice cream.
The museum has a few indoor seating areas, and outdoors there are tables and benches available.
Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome in the museum. We merely ask that they be kept on a leash and consideration should be taken to other guests.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed inside the collection but is permitted outdoors in the courtyard.
Photography
You are welcome to take photos at the museum for personal use.
If the photos are for professional use, the museum must be contacted in advance at info@museumsydfyn.dk
After the visit
Where can we eat? What can we experience on Ærø? Where can we stay overnight? Find the answers here.
Places to eat in Ærøskøbing
If you are hungry, there are many cafés and restaurants in Ærøskøbing, both in the town center and at the harbor. There is something for every taste. At many places, you can enjoy your meal outdoors with views of the town’s beautiful old houses.
Experiences
Ærø offers unique experiences for everyone. Whether you want to explore the island’s nature by bike or on foot, are ready for more art and culture, or wish to enjoy Ærø’s local specialties – you can do it all. Perhaps you’re ready for all of it.
Accommodation
There are many different accommodation options on Ærø. The island offers cozy hotels, lovely holiday homes, beautiful townhouses, good hostels, family-friendly campsites, and unique shelter sites.
Experiences in Ærøskøbing
Just a few minutes’ walk from the Bottle Ship Museum are Ærø Museum and Hammerichs’ House.
Ærø Museum
Explore Ærøskøbing’s attractive old sheriff’s house from 1775 and learn more about Ærø’s highly distinctive history. Ærø Museum tells the story of life on Ærø, both then and now.
For children (4–8 years) and their adults, we also have a free Cat Treasure Hunt.
Next to the museum you will find a town garden containing plants and trees, giving you an idea of what a garden would look like around 1920. Don’t miss out on a walk in the garden during your visit to Ærø Museum.
Ærø Museum is open from March 31 to November 28, 2026.
Hammerich’s House
Here you will learn the story of the sculptor Gunnar Hammerich and his love for the old town. The house features low-ceilinged rooms and winding corners, full of character.
Hammerich’s House is seasonally open from June 2 to October 17, 2026.
