The big things to see and do in Aarhus
Home to world-class museums, new groundbreaking architecture, charming and historic city quarters, spectacular rooftops and award-winning baristas – you are guaranteed to find something to enjoy in Aarhus, Denmark’s second largest city.
Visit world-class attractions
Aarhus is known for its absolute world-class cultural attractions. One of the top attractions you should not miss is a visit to ARoS Aarhus Artmuseum with the iconic Your rainbow panorama on top of the museum.
Also, the unique historic open-air museum Den Gamle By – The Old Town Museum will take you on an amazing journey back in time. Or how about visiting one of the world’s best-preserved bog-bodies The Grauballeman located at Moesgaard Museum where prehistory and the human beeing is presented innovatively in a breathtaking architectural setting.
The amusement park Tivoli Friheden is located in walking distance from the city centre in the beautiful Marselisborg forest – a great place to have fun and enjoy nature at the same time.
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum is one of Northern Europe's largest art museums and one of the most visited art museums in Scandinavia. Here you can experience Your rainbow panorama, a spectacular artwork by O...
Den Gamle By - The Old Town Museum
'Den Gamle By' - The Old Town Museum is a perfectly unique attraction in Aarhus for the whole family to go on a fascinating journey back in history. The museum is awarded the maximum three stars in th...
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 anthropolog...
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.
Tivoli Friheden
Tivoli Friheden is a theme park in the center of Aarhus located within walking distance from the city centre in the beautiful Marselisborg Forest. Make sure to visit Tivoli Friheden this year.
Tropical Houses at the Botanical Garden
The Tropical Houses (in Danish "Væksthusene") in the Botanical Garden in Aarhus are a place where numerous plant collections are presented and preserved in four different climate zones.
Aarhus University
Aarhus University is architectural interesting because it is blending in its surroundings, both in the University Park and the Nobel Park.
The Culture House DOKK1
DOKK1 is a culture- and multimedia that welcomes citizens and guests in Aarhus - and all of you who would like to meet the future in your present.
Aarhus City Hall
Aarhus City Hall - although over 75 years old, Aarhus City Hall is still a modern, functionalistic building that still houses the municipality of Aarhus and hosts major events throughout the year. Bui...
Aarhus Ø - Aarhus East
Aarhus Ø is a neighborhood located in the harbor area near the city center of Denmark's second largest city. Here, you will find unique architecture, a maritime vibe and watersport activities.
Aarhus Cathedral
The structure of Aarhus Cathedral has a long history. The cathedral is dedicated to St. Clemens, who was the Roman Pope 100 a.d. who died as a martyr when he was drowned with an anchor tied to his nec...
Marselisborg Palace
Marselisborg Palace is the Summer and Christmas residence of the Danish Royal family. When the Royal family is in residence at the Palace, the Changing of the Guard by the Life Guard takes place at no...
The Infinite Bridge
Imagine a bridge on which you can walk and walk and walk. Without ever reaching the end. And in the most breathtaking scenery. This is exactly what you get, when you visit the wooden pier and work of ...
Salling ROOFTOP and Salling ROOFGARDEN
The Salling ROOFTOP and Salling ROOFGARDEN is a stunning rooftop terrace featuring a cozy café and an urban oasis, located atop the iconic Salling department store in the heart of Aarhus city center.
