8 things to do in Aarhus, Denmark

The city is small enough to walk around, with the cathedral, the shopping district, museums, galleries and even the harbour all within easy reach. Alternatively do as the locals do and travel by bike!

Cycling along the paths lets you soak up the gentle pace of this city while enjoying its architecture and scenery. A ride along the harbour lets you see the redevelopment taking place and how well new modern architecture mixes with old traditional styles.
 
Sightseeing daily tours and bike rental from Frederiksgade 78.

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The Latin Quarter is the oldest part of the city; its narrow alleyways are filled with independent stores and eateries offering Danish design, craft and food. It has some of the best coffee shops in Aarhus and they take brewing a cup of coffee very seriously. Enjoy it in the coolest, most vibrant part of the city, while watching the local hustle and bustle go by.

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The Old Town Museum  offers a unique and fun insight into the past. Experience the city of Hans Christian Andersen’s time, engaging with characters in their homes, workshops and even tasting freshly baked cakes of the period in the local bakery. And walk along passages of restored Danish buildings from the 1800s, 1920s and 1970s.

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The Moesgård Museum is Aarhus’ centre for archaeology and ethnography. The museum is built into a hill and looks out to sea, combining innovative design with locally sourced materials. The result is a space that not only presents Denmark’s history, but also celebrates all the great things Denmark has to offer.

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Wandering around Aarhus is an eye-opening experience; it’s a city that really embraces design and the crafts. Every turn provides something new, visually appealing or thought provoking.

This is evident in its approach to community, students and the youth. One example is Godsban; a renovated old train freight yard redeveloped to house workshops, studios and projects, encouraging young people to start engaging with creativity and business.

Another is the Adopt A Box scheme, a voluntary organisation that aims to educate the community about urban gardening. Boxes of herbs can be seen scattered around Aarhus bringing greenery to corners, doorways and pavements.

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The Aros Art Museum houses a collection of modern art. Its stand out feature is the Rainbow Panorama rooftop installation, something you have to experience!

This piece by Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson is a circular walkway built from all the colours of the rainbow, you can stroll through all the colours of the spectrum while taking in 360° views of the city.

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The spacious Comwell is in the heart of Aarhus, offering a stylish and comfortable place to unwind after a day discovering the city. Its interior is filled with contemporary furnishings made from Danish materials and beautifully sleek accessories. The restaurant serves food made from fresh local ingredients; the breakfast spread is definitely a good reason to stay!

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Aarhus is a cultural city known for hosting a variety of festivals throughout the year, from its food and jazz festivals to Viking Moesgård Moot.

The most popular is the Aarhus Festival, one of Scandinavia’s largest cultural events that runs from late August to early September, showcasing local, national and international artists. Art and entertainment fills the city with events, installations and exhibitions. It’s a festival that involves the whole community bringing the city to life and creating a wonderful atmosphere.
  
For more information about Aarhus, visit visitdenmark.com

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