Aarhus

Aarhus is set on the seaside in East Jutland, and with its elegant old town, it’s a pleasure to stroll. Cycle tours are also a great way to see the compact city, and you can borrow a City Bike free of charge. Try taking a bike tour of the area’s outstanding museums, including the ARoS art museum, and then pedal to Den Gamle By—the historic open air museum that houses buildings dating from the 16th century.

Aarhus also offers opportunities for reflection, and you can hike the Havreballe Skov forest or catch an opera at the ultra-modern Concert Hall Aarhus.

What to see & do in Aarhus

what’s around Aarhus

Riis Forest (Riis Skov) in Aarhus

Tivoli Friheden in Aarhus

Where & what to eat in Aarhus

10 Places Where Locals Love to Eat in Aarhus
Aarhus’ food universe is full of exciting eateries, which the locals love to visit from time to time. The capital of Jutland offers a full range of local, French, Spanish and Italian food, to name but a few choices. You will find everything from tapas and other southern European delicacies, served in cosy surroundings, to juicy steaks, genuine American barbeque...
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Where to shop & what to buy in Aarhus

Shopping in Aarhus along the main pedestrian street allows you to soak up the vibes of the city's different quarters, all while exploring a vast mall, department stores and smaller indie shops. You can find the top brand names at big-box stores and the latest in Danish design and fashion at boutique clothiers. In the Latin Quarter, you can browse cobbled streets lined with designer brands. The Frederiksbjerg neighbourhood is the...

10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Aarhus
Aarhus has been named one of the best shopping cities in the Nordic countries, and it’s for good reason. The town offers lots of different shopping options to match any style and budget. On Strøget, you can find well-known brands,...
10 Best Markets in Aarhus
As good old Lars Larsen, owner and founder of the Jysk retail chain, put it, you can be sure that it’s a good deal when two people from Jutland are pleased with the outcome. At the numerous markets in Aarhus,...

Where to go & what to do at night in Aarhus

10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Aarhus
You have finished your dinner in Aarhus, the bill is paid and the question now is where to go next? The town has long been known for its culture and cosy atmosphere, so you could choose to go to an art exhibition, a live concert or to get something to drink.If you want a bit more action, you could go...
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Useful information

Visitor information about Aarhus is easy to find, as this small, charming city is not only filled with character, but it's eminently accessible, offering everything you need within easy reach. You can find the InfoBike in front of the Aarhus train station or head for the city centre at Store Torv to grab practical information and inspiration during the high season.Aarhus is easy to navigate with free light rail and...

10 Most Popular Neighbourhoods in Aarhus
The City of Smiles is full of beautiful natural experiences, heavenly flavours and world class cultural events. For example, enjoy a show in the 120-year-old historic theatre, Aarhus Teater, or catch a movie in the small, cosy cinema on Trøjborg....
Aarhus Travel Essentials
Our Aarhus Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help planning your trip to one of the...
10 Best Festivals in Aarhus
Even though Aarhus can’t be compared size-wise with big cities like Berlin and London, this doesn’t mean that it has...