Aarhus - Denmark

This is where cruise ships dock when visiting Aarhus. There is a great tourist information available at the welcome center. Read the full Aarhus cruise port guide to know about your transportation options and cruise dock facilities.

The Aarhus river flows through the city centre of Aarhus. If you follow the river from the port into town you will walk by the most scenic parts of town. Stop for a drink at one of the many bars and restaurants, shop in the main shopping district and take a couple of side streets to see all the beautiful old town has to offer.

You do not have to be an art lover to be able to appreciate such an amazing museum. The Aros Art Museum is large museum that has opened its doors in 2004. Inside you will find several floors with all together 400 sculptures and 1100 paintings. The exhibitions are very well presented and they all offer something unique. On top of it all you will find the rainbow panoramic tube on top of the building where you can also enjoy some refreshment while overlooking the city centre.

Rated as one of the best attractions of the country is Den Gamle By. This is the town’s open-air museum. It is a living and breathing experience. 75 historical buildings from all over Denmark have been gathered here to illustrate what times were like in the time of Hans Christian Andersen. Learn about the architecture, food and life during one of the most exciting times in history. Meet the characters from the past, pat the horses and enjoy some tea in the tea garden. There are lots of things to do! Walk through the city centre to reach the open-air museum. Find its exact location on the map underneath.

This street in Aarhus is one you cannot skip. It dates back from the 18th century and it still has its historical look with its cobble stoned street and red roses.

The Aarhus University offers several museums in town. The most visited are the Botanical Gardens and Steno Museum.

Aarhus offers some of the best shopping opportunities of the country. Find large department stores, well known brands and tiny boutiques next to each other in the main shopping district. See map above for its exact location.