Explore the Aarhus Region: A Guide for Cruise Visitors
The Aarhus Region is packed with top attractions and unforgettable experiences for cruise passengers visiting Denmark.
Whether your cruise ship docks in Aarhus for a half or a full day, this vibrant Danish city and the surrounding area offers a unique mix of Viking history, modern culture, scenic nature, and exciting urban life – most within walking distance of the Aarhus Cruise Port.
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Here is what we recommend:
Den Gamle By - The Old Town Museum in Aarhus
'Den Gamle By' (The Old Town) is perfectly unique attraction in Aarhus for the whole family to go on fascinating journey back in history. The museum is awarded the maximum three stars in the Michelin Travel Guide.
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
ARoS is one of the largest art museums in Northern Europe. And each year, ARoS has about half a million visitors, making it the most frequented art museum in Scandinavia.
Department Store Salling Aarhus
At Salling Department Store you will find exclusive designs and new products from clothes to food and accessories. You can also find interior and bring home some Danish design in the hip New Nordic style.
Harbour boat trip with Aros Cruises
Aros Cruises takes you on an unforgettable journey in the Aarhus Harbour area.
Harbor Cruise in Aarhus with Havternen
Board at DOKK1 and embark on an unforgettable guided boat tour with Aarhus Harbor Cruise on Havternen.
Aarhus Øje - Attraction at Aarhus Lighthouse
At the top of Denmark's tallest building, Lighthouse, you will now find Aarhus Eye - an innovative attraction in Aarhus. This experiential destination invites you to travel through the layers of time, while offering stunning views of the city, water and landscape from the 44th floor of the building.
Sightseeing with Hjejlen
Hjejlen is a part of the boats that sail in Silkeborg, it is the oldest and it is extremely charming. Get an unforgettable experience with Hjejlen.
Museum Silkeborg - A Journey Through Time
At the Museum Silkeborg - Hovedgården you will find the famous Tollund man. In addition to this, it is teeming with exciting exhibitions all year round, there are many hours of educational fun for the whole family.
Museum Jorn
Museum Jorn exists because of Asger Jorn's art collection. The fascinating works can be experienced at the museum, as well as changing exhibitions from around the world. Get provoked, fascinated and entertained at Museum Jorn.
Randers Regnskov - Tropical Zoo
Experience the incredible life of animals and the tropical surroundings, that are in the Randers Regnskov - the Rainforest. There are experiences and adventures for the whole family in the much beloved rainforest.
Djurs Sommerland - the largest amusement park in the Nordic region
Welcome to Scandinavia’s biggest summerland. Enjoy the rush on Denmark’s biggest roller coasters. Huge Aqua Park and more than 60 rides in Scandinavia’s biggest summerland. Magical Halloween in October.
Natural History Museum
At Naturhistorisk Museum, the Natural History Museum in Aarhus you can experience the abundance of life inhabiting the earth.