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The 20 best activities for children

Bring your children on holiday in the Aarhus region. Here, you will find a great selection of wonderful activities and experiences for children and much more that will make your family holiday absolutely unforgettable.

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Djurs sommerland
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Djurs Sommerland

Come see a world-class amusement park and discover the most epic news this year: Dinosaurland – a themed area showcasing wild dinosaurs and fun attractions.

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Tivoli Friheden
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Tivoli Friheden

Enjoy an unforgettable journey to Tivoli Friheden, nestled in the heart of Aarhus in the centre of Denmark. Here you will find an amusement park with roller coasters, a beautiful Ferris wheel, and lots of fun, cosiness and excitement for the whole family!
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Ree Park Safari lion
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Ree Park Safari

Experience an unforgettable trip into the exciting world of animals. Ree Park Safari in Djursland offers breathtaking experiences and activities with animals from exotic parts of the world.
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Randers Tropical Zoo Balman
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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. The rainforest is a bombardment of the senses with tropic experiences among fascinating animals from South America, Africa, and Asia.
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Kattegatcentret
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The Kattegatcentre on Djursland

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.
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Polar bear takes a swim in Scandinavian Wildlife Park
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Skandinavisk Dyrepark - Scandinavian Wildlife Park

Scandinavian Wildlife Park on Djursland is probably Denmark's most natural wildlife park. Relax and enjoy close encounters with animals in a spacious environment - naturally! Here you can see polar bears, brown bears, wolves and foxes, among others.
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Visitors in the Tropical Houses at the Botanical Garden
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Tropical Houses at the Botanical Garden in Aarhus

In the Tropical Houses at the Botanical Gardens in Aarhus, you will experience a green world under one roof. Here you can explore four climate zones with plants from all over the world, learn about biodiversity and enjoy a break in the café's green surroundings.
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The Frigate Jylland in Ebeltoft, Djursland
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Frigate Jylland – a Living Museum Ship from the 19th Century

The frigate Jylland is a historic naval vessel from 1860 – built for war, used as a royal yacht, and preserved as a museum. Today, it lies moored in Ebeltoft, where visitors can explore the ship’s many decks and experience life at sea, traditional craftsmanship, and maritime technology from a defining period in Danish history – the Schleswig Wars.
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AQUA Akvarium & Dyrepark
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AQUA Aquarium & Wildlife Zoo

AQUA Aquarium & Wildlife Park is a family-friendly discovery centre featuring northern Europe’s largest freshwater aquarium and a nature park with wild animals native to Denmark.
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Water & Wellness Randers
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Water & Wellness - Randers Waterpark

Water & Wellness Randers is Randers' new subtropical aqua park. Experience one of Denmark’s most modern and handicap-friendly aqua parks.
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Natural History Museum in Aarhus
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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.
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Aarhus Øje - Attraction at Aarhus Lighthouse
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Aarhus Øje - Attraction at Aarhus Lighthouse

Take the journey to the top of Aarhus Øje (Aarhus Eye), where you can experience one of Denmark's most breathtaking views. The destination is located in Denmark's tallest building, Lighthouse.
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The World Map "Verdenskortet"
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The World Map "Verdenskortet"

Take your family on a trip around the world you will never forget! On the banks of Klejtrup Lake near Viborg, you can visit the large World Map and hike from Denmark to Spain, to Australia, and onward to the United States.
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Labyrinthia
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Labyrinthia - Fun, Play and Learning

Labyrinthia is a fun, enjoyable and challenging attraction for children, adults and seniors, where you can exercise both your brain and legs. They are specialized in having various types of mazes and labyrinths.
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Hvolris Iron Age by Viborg
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Hvolris Iron Age by Viborg

Rewind time and experience the ancient craftsmanship of Hvolris Iron Age near Viborg. Throughout the summer, there are changing activities with live entertainment, crafts, archery and campfire cooking.
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Activities in Klatreparken in Randers
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Climbing Park Klatreparken Randers

Look forward to hours of entertaining, wild and challenging climbing experiences in Klatreparken Randers. Come and try the climbing routes, involving activities at various heights and levels of difficulty.
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Klatreparken Silkeborg Bane
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Climbing experiences in Klatreparken Silkeborg

Look forward to hours of entertaining, wild and challenging climbing experiences in Klatreparken Silkeborg. Come and try the climbing routes, involving activities at various heights and levels of difficulty.
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Rush Danmark
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Rush, Denmarks biggest trampoline park

Rush is the biggest trampoline park in Jutland. It consists of more than 4200 sq ft trampolines and trampoline activities enjoyable for both children, adults, and everyone with the desire to jump and play.
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Legelandet Aarhus
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Eventpark Aarhus

Event Aarhus is the largest of King Garoo’s play-lands. In the huge 5,000-square meter area people of all ages can happily immerse themselves in a wealth of activities and amusements – no matter the weather.
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Legeland Viborg
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Legeland Viborg

A great indoor fun-packed play land! Come and try the many activities, entertaining for the whole family.
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Fun and activities with children

Have you heard of the Natureventyr app?

Discover magical stories in the great outdoors – follow adventurous routes all over Denmark – completely free of charge – and enjoy some truly fantastic experiences!

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And of course, you can carry on playing at the many playgrounds.