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The 25 top attractions in the Aarhus Region

Discover the top attractions in Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, and throughout the entire Aarhus Region. You will be surprised by their diversity, ranging. Choose from unforgettable experiences that you shouldn't miss during your visit to Eastern Jutland.

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Which attractions would you like to visit?

Whether you’re into the wild, the gentle, the cosy, the historic or the fun – well, the choice is yours. And whether you’re in Aarhus, Viborg, Randers, Silkeborg or on Djursland, a visit to the Aarhus Region isn’t complete without a visit to at least one museum or attraction.

The jewel in the crown of Djurs Sommerland
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Djurs Sommerland - the largest amusement park in the Nordic region

Visit the Nordic region’s largest summer park – Djurs Sommerland. Look forward to exploring nine magical themed lands, Denmark’s most thrilling slides, the wildest water park and more than 60…
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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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Den Gamle By - Old Town Museum in Aarhus
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Den Gamle By - The Old Town Museum in Aarhus

Take a journey through time with your family or friends in Den Gamle By in Aarhus. See, feel and experience the history of Danish towns through four different time periods: 2014, 1974, 1927 and 1864.
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Mølleparken in Aarhus with a view of ARoS and Your rainbow panorama
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ARoS Aarhus Art Museum

ARoS is an international art museum in the centre of Aarhus, second city in Denmark. With five galleries and an entire floor dedicated to installation art, ARoS offers an important free space where…
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Moesgaard Museum
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Moesgaard Museum

The past is brought to fascinating life at the Moesgaard Museum in Aarhus. The exhibits are based on the latest research and technology and aim at giving you an insight into prehistory and anthropology in an entertaining and surprising way.
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The paddle steamer Hjejlen
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The paddle steamer Hjejlen

Memories are in sight when you board Hjejlen, the world's oldest operating coal-fired paddle steamer, or one of the eight sisters in the Hjejle Company's beautiful fleet.
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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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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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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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Mønsted Limestone mines
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Mønsted Limestone Mines near Viborg

Close to Viborg you'll find Mønsted Kalkgruber, the world's largest limestone mine, where you can explore a fascinating underground world. Here you'll get a unique insight into the history of the hardy men and women who have carved kilometres of tunnels by hand over the centuries.
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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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Musikhuset Aarhus
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The Concert Hall Aarhus

The Concert Hall (Musikhuset Aarhus) is the largest Concert Hall in Scandinavia and is home to the Royal Academy of Music in Aarhus, the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra and the Danish National Opera.
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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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Det Grønne Museum - The Green Museum
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Det Grønne Museum - The Green Museum

At Det Grønne Museum - The Green Museum, on Djursland, you can learn about hunting, the forest, agriculture and food all under one roof. Here, history comes to life through exhibitions, activities and stories about nature, local produce and the way of life that has shaped Denmark.
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Gammel Estrup The Danish Manor & Estate Museum
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Gammel Estrup The Danish Manor & Estate Museum

At Gammel Estrup Danmarks Herregårdsmuseum, the Manor Museum, you step directly into history. Here you can experience how counts and countesses lived everyday life and celebrations in the manor's grandly decorated halls and parlours.
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Water slide at Landal GreenParks in Lake District Søhøjlandet
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Landal Søhøjlandet - Waterpark

Enjoy the tropical climate at Landal Søhøjlandet’s waterpark – on a hot summer’s day, or when the snow is falling outside.
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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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Salling ROOFTOP in Aarhus
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Salling ROOFTOP and Salling ROOFGARDEN

Visit the unique Salling ROOFTOP at the very top of Salling Aarhus. Experience the beautiful 360-degree panoramic view of the city, visit restaurants, café areas and bars with delicious servings, or attend exciting events and concerts.
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An adolt with two children are looking at an exhibition at Randers Art Museum
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Randers Art Museum

Randers Art Museum covers more than 250 years of art and tells stories of how Denmark and the arts have changed over time in dialogue with the wider world.
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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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Your rainbow panorama, ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
Photo: Your rainbow panorama, Olafur Eliasson, 2006 - 2011, ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. Fotograf: Anders Trærup© ARoS Aarhus Art Museum

Your rainbow panorama

Your rainbow panorama on the roof of ARoS Aarhus Art Museum is a spectacular artwork made of the Danish/Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson.
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The Steno Museum
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The Steno Museum in Aarhus

Enter a world of wonder at the Steno Museum in Aarhus, where you can explore everything from nature's smallest building blocks - atoms - to the infinite, mysterious universe.
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Mols Bjerge National Park
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Mols Bjerge National Park

Mols Bjerge National Park in Denmark offers a fantastic and varied nature consisting of a large part of the Danish nature types, but also some of Denmark's rarest nature.
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Gudenå River
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Gudenå River

Denmark's longest river, the Gudenåen, is stunningly beautiful and a natural gem that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime.
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The Ancient Road Hærvejen
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The Ancient Road Hærvejen

The Ancient Road Hærvejen is an amazing hiking and cycling trail that runs down the spine of Jutland. Is goes along the watershed on the ridge of the peninsula and takes you through the magnificent landscape around Viborg.
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And many more...

The Aarhus Region is home to more than 600 attractions – ranging from museums, theme parks and zoos to beautiful natural areas, historic churches - and much more besides.

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