
Christmas Opening Hours in the Aarhus Region
Which hotels and restaurants are open during Christmas and New Year? Where can I book a Christmas stay, and how do the shops remain open in December? Get a quick overview of the Christmas opening hours in the Aarhus Region.
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? Hotels
Get an overview of the hotels that are open during Christmas and New Year, some of which are open year-round.
Comwell Aarhus
Hotel Comwell Aarhus Dolce by Wyndham welcomes you to a world of design, quality and well being with the city's best view of the harbor, forest and beach. A hotel stay in Aarhus welcomes you up to endless possibilities for entertainment and unique experiences.
Open all year
Scandic Aarhus City
Award winning hotel in Aarhus city center is perfectly situated beside the popular ARoS Art Museum and just 2 kilometers from Den Gamle By, the open-air Old Town Museum.
Open all year
Radisson BLU Scandinavia Hotel Aarhus
Award winning hotel in Aarhus city center is perfectly situated beside the popular ARoS Art Museum and just 2 kilometers from Den Gamle By, the open-air Old Town Museum.
Open all year
Wakeup Aarhus
Wakeup Aarhus is a cool and modern budget hotel designed by architect Kim Utzon - focusing on functionality and design.
Open all year
Radisson RED Hotel
Im Radisson RED Hotel wohnt man zentral in Aarhus in einem dynamischen, urbanen Hotel.
Open all year
CABINN Aarhus Hotel
You find CABINN Aarhus Hotel right next to the canal Aarhus Å where the excitement and atmosphere self-generates.
Open all year
Helnan Marselis Hotel,
Helnan Marselis Hotel Aarhus is a beautiful hotel with the best location in Aarhus - located right between a beautiful beach and forest and near the city centre. The hotel has 163 rooms, most overlooking the sea.
Open all year
Hotel Royal
At The Hotel Royal, you follow in the footsteps of the rich and famous not to mention of royalty. You get to experience first-hand the art, culture, history and modern urban life just like international stars have done through decades.
Open all year
Scandic The Mayor
Scandic The Mayor is a hotel situated in the heart of Aarhus. The hotel is encircled by the Music Hall, the City Hall and the beautiful City Hall Park with only a few minutes walk to the airport shuttle, the Central Station and Aarhus Harbour.
Open all year
BB-Hotel Aarhus Harbor Towers
Enjoy a cheap and safe stay at the Marina of Marselisborg at BB-Hotel Aarhus Harbor Towers – wake up to the most beautiful views and enjoy the maritime atmosphere.
Open all year
Danhostel Aarhus City
Danhostel Aarhus City, located in the heart of Aarhus, is close to many famous attractions. They include Vadestedet with a host of cafes and restaurants, the Latin Quarter, ARoS Museum, Aarhus Street Food, The Old Town and DOKK1 at the waterfront, which houses a library and cultural centre.
Open all year
Hotel Atlantic
Hotel Atlantic in Aarhus is located by the waterfront in Aarhus overlooking the city and the harbor. Staying at Hotel Atlantic you are only 2 minutes walk from the main shopping streets where you will find a wide range of interesting boutiques, restaurants and cozy cafés.
Open all year
SOFS boutique hotel Aarhus
SOFS boutique hotel Aarhus is a small hotel situated in the old town in the very heart of Aarhus. With only 26 rooms the hotel offers a warm and homely atmosphere and each guest will be made to feel welcome and cared for.
Closed: Dec. 30. - 1. Jan.
Hotel Faber
Hotel Faber is a modern hotel located in the heart of Aarhus, close to ARoS Art Museum, the Concert Hall and The Old Town.
Closed Dec. 31 and Jan. 1.
Golf Hotel Viborg
The Golf Hotel Viborg is situated near the idyllic Viborg lakes and close to the center with good shopping facilities.
Closed from December 22. till 29.
Hotel Marina
Hotel Marina is situated in Grenaa’s beautiful nature surroundings next to the forest with lovely running paths and Denmark’s prime and most children-friendly beaches.
Closed December 24., 25., 30., 31. and January 1.
Hotel Villa Provence
Hotel Villa Provence is a small oasis full of atmosphere located right in the heart of Aarhus. All 35 rooms and 4 suites are individually designed in the Provencal style.
Closed: December 23., 24., 25., 26. dec. and January 1.
Hotel GUESTapart
When you visit Hotel GUESTapart you will not just get a hotel room, but a functional and fully equipped design-apartment, where you can stay from today till tomorrow, or the next 25 years – it’s up to you!
Closed: December 31.
Hotel Ny Hattenæs
Stay at the Ny Hattenæs Hotel, which has been a charming gathering place in the midst of Silkeborg's stunning nature for more than 125 years. Here, you can look forward to a welcoming overnight stay in the historic building with an enchanting view of Brassø.
Closed: December 22. till 26.
Hotel Oasia
At Hotel Oasia, in the heart of Aarhus, you will find a cosy athmospere and discreet luxury. The hotel provides a high standard of service and quality in the stylish and Nordic surroundings.
Closed: December 23.-27.
? Restaurants
In the Aarhus Region you can also eat out between Christmas and New Year. Here you can find a summary of the openings days of restaurants. In addition, some of the restaurants offers special meals and traditional Danish Christmas lunches.
Aarhus Street Food
Aarhus Street Food is the city’s large food market, where you can taste and enjoy real street food food and drink from more than 30 national and international street kitchens and bars.
Closed: December 24., 25., 26. 31. and January 1.
Open: rest of the year (11.30-21.00)
Restaurant Havnær
The Restaurant Havnær in Aarhus stands for proximity and presence for each other. Their vision is to create authentic experiences with gastronomy and personality - and with high ceilings.
Closed: December 22.-30. and January 1.
Open New Year's Day.
Evald Brasserie og Café
Evald is inspired by the French Café-Brasserie culture. The owners Jesper and Jacob named the restaurant after their grandfather.
Closed: December 24., 25., 26., 31. and January 1.
Other days: see opening hours here
Restaurant BABBA
Right on the corner of Tværgade and Nygade you will find Restaurant BABBA with Silkeborg's friendliest patio in the heart of the Latin Quarter in Silkeborg.
Closed: December 24., 25., 26., 31. and January 1.
Other days: see opening hours here
RAA - Nordic Brasserie & Bar
Under the hotel glass pyramid you will find the combined restaurant, bar and lounge, RAA - Nordic Brasserie & Bar, which offers and international menu inspired by the Italian and French cuisine.
Closed: December 25. and January 1.
Open: rest of the year (17.00-21.30)
Den Lille Kro
At the restaurant Den Lille Kro you will find a classic Danish atmosphere and old fashioned setting. They serve the very best of the traditional Danish cuisine made from scratch with fresh produce.
Closed: December 24.-26. and 31.
On the 31st, there is only open for the pre-booked New Year's Eve party
Restaurant Gastromé
In Restaurant Gastromé you can experience gourmet country-inspired cuisine at Michelin-standard. Once again the restaurant received a star in Michelin Nordic Guide 2022.
Closed: Dec. 24.-26. and January 1.
(Dec. 31. open for Take Away)
Restaurant V
Restaurant V is part of Comwell Aarhus Dolce by Wyndham. Restaurant V stands for well-being, welcome, and enjoy, and it is a Danish brasserie with an open kitchen inspired by the East Jutlandic cuisine.
Closed: Dec. 23.-26., 31*. and January 1.
Kongensbro Kro
The classic kitchen is protected and everything is made from scratch with the best ingredients. The chef masters it all, and delicious drops from the well-stocked wine cellar can always be offered to enhance the culinary experience.
Open tili Dec. 22 and on the 26. from 11.30 - 21.00.
Mefisto Restaurant and Pizzabar
Restaurant Mefisto is known as one of Aarhus' best dining establishments located in the cozy atmosphere of the Latin Quarter. Here, quality is paramount with exciting details, and the ambiance is both sophisticated and relaxed. In other words: Simple, uncomplicated, and incredibly cozy.
Closed: Dec. 24., 25., 26. and Jan 1.
? Attractions
Enjoy some of the exciting museums and attractions in the Aarhus Region. Many of them are open during Christmas and New Years.
Den Gamle By
Treat yourself to a magical Christmas atmosphere and a wonderful nostalgia trip through four hundred years of Christmas history down The Old Town Museum's charming streets with horse-drawn carriages, Christmas decorations, and lit lanterns.
Open all year
Christmas in Tivoli Friheden
Enjoy the most wonderful time of the year in the amusement park Tivoli Friheden when Santa Claus is coming to town.
Open: Dec. 27. - 30.
Randers Regnskov - Tropical Zoo
In Randers Regnskov, you are in for a true tropic treat, complete with free-ranging monkeys, iguanas, sloths, jaguars, and a long list of other exotic animals.
Only closed: Dec. 31 and Jan. 1.
Kattegatcentret - Get smitten by the sea
Are you ready for a sea of experiences? Let yourself be surrounded by sharks, watch the seals romp around in their natural environment, paddle in a kayak on the deepest polar ocean and learn more about how you can take good care of the sea’s wildlife.
Open (10-4): Dec. 27.-30.
Museum Jorn
The Museum Jorn in Silkeborg is located in beautiful nature directly on the river Gudenåen. The museum was founded by Asger Jorn (1914-1973), one of the most important Danish artists of the 20th century.
Open: Dec. 27.- 30.
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
ARoS is one of the largest art museums in Northern Europe. And each year, ARoS has about one million visitors, making it the most frequented art museum in Scandinavia.
Open: Dec. 26 - 31.
Moesgaard Museum
The past is brought to fascinating life at the Moesgaard Museum in Aarhus. Moesgaard Museum has three Michelin stars in the Michelin attraction's guide.
Open: Dec. 26. - 30.
Ree Park Safari
Visit Ree Park Safari and experience an unforgettable journey into the fascinating world of animals.
Open: Dec 24th. Free admission (10-14)
Fregatten Jylland
With 102 metres from bowsprit to stern, 44 cannons and 57 metres to the top of the masthead, Fregatten Jylland (the Frigate Jutland) is an experience with both room and entertainment for the whole family.
Open: Dec. 27. - 30.
KØN - Gender Museum Denmark
The Women Museum has changed it name to KØN - Gender Museum Denmark and emphasizes the cultural history between genders and discusses the gender policies, equality, body and sexuality.
Open: Dec. 27. - 30.
Natural History Museum
At Naturhistorisk Museum, the Natural History Museum in Aarhus you can experience the abundance of life inhabiting the earth. Experience the museum's four permanent exhibitions and changing special exhibitions.
Open: Dec. 26. - 30.
KunstCentret Silkeborg Bad
The Art Center Silkeborg Bad never stands still. Here you can experience changing exhibitions of both Danish and international artists, who time after time transform the old spa "Silkeborg Bad" into an inspiring museum filled with surprises.
Open: Dec. 26. - 30.
Glass - Museum of Glass Art
Glass - Museum of Glass is an international museum of modern glass art, beautifully situated in the town of Ebeltoft. All year round, you get to experience changing exhibits of world-class glass art.
Open: Dec. 27. - 30.
Gammel Estrup
At Gammel Estrup, you step right into history. Here, you will see how the Danish counts and countesses lived their daily lives and had excuisite celebrations in the manor’s lavishly decorated halls and rooms.
Open: Dec 27. - 30.
The Green Museum
At Det Grønne Museum - The Green Museum, you can experience hunting, forests, agriculture, and food all gathered under one roof for the first time. This beautiful and vibrant museum is located in stunning surroundings in Djursland
Open: Dec. 27. - 30.
Museum Østjylland in Randers
Museum Østjylland can be found on several locations around the region. At Museum Østjylland Randers, you get to go on an exciting cultural-history journey from the antiquity up until present day. The museum displays history in a playful and humorous fashion that appeals to every one of your senses.
Open: Dec. 27. - 30.
Museum Østjylland in Grenaa
Museum Østjylland welcomes you to exciting exhibitions and historical activities for children and adults year-round.
Open: Dec. 27. - 30.
We reserve the right to mistakes and the list will be updated continuously.
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