Things to do in

Aarhus

Unleash your inner mystery-solving potential on this self-guided tour through Aarhus. Solve tasks inspired by real events from World War II in Aarhus that lead you closer and closer to a solution. This tour is ideal for people interested in World War II. After collecting your mission files at Mor Anna in central Arhus, the mystery scavenger hunt game officially begins. All clues are in the envelope you picked up at the start of the tour. Walk around the city center and the port as members of the Danish resistance, carrying out a secret mission. The game ends when you solve the mystery and carried out your mission successfully.

Download a vibrant MP3 self-guided audio tour combined with a fully detailed map of the tour area, and head out on a walking tour of Aarhus. Learn about the rich history of Aarhus, from the city's ancient heritage to modern marvels. See the Viking Museum and journey back in time at the unique and fascinating open-air museum, Den Gamle By. Take in the Women's Museum, the magnificent Aarhus Cathedral, Aarhus Theatre, and the splendid Aarhus City Hall and Concert Hall. Witness cutting-edge art and architecture at Kunstal Aarhus and ARoS Art Museum, with its famous circular skywalk, Your rainbow panorama. Visit the interesting attractions of Aarhus at your own pace. The typical duration is 2 hours.

Enjoy free admission to more than 40 museums, attractions, and activities in and around Aarhus. Visit the art museum, The Old Town Museum, Moesgaard Museum, and Tivoli Friheden amusement park. See groundbreaking works from some of the world’s most progressive artists at ARoS contemporary art gallery. Explore Aarhus, the vibrant second city of Denmark. Take advantage of free access to transportation on all Midtrafik buses, the light rail, discounted bicycles, and free parking.  The AarhusCARD is valid for 24, 48, 72 or 120 hours. You can use the card as much as you like within the validity period. You have to show your AarhusCARD when visiting an attraction by scanning it upon entry. The card includes one visit at each attraction. If you hold a 72-hour card, you are able to pay each attraction one visit at any time you like within the 72 hours.

Take a walk through Aarhus' history on this small group, 2-hour walking tour. Explore the city's most popular locations, famous landmarks, and oldest neighborhoods. Meet your expert guide at ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. You will then navigate the quaint streets learning about the most romantic and charming spots in town, hearing legends and stories from your local guide.  Learn about the best places to have a date in town or where to take the best romantic photos as your guide recounts historical love stories hidden in the town's streets and passageways. This tour is designed for the curious visitor who wants to do more than just scratch the surface. 

The exclusive tour only available during the Christmas period! This special times brings magic to Aarhus. Together with your professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in the city. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere in the streets which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will learn all of this and hear miraculous Christmas legends about Aarhus. Visit the old-fashioned Christmas Market, situated in Den Gamle and fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Aarhus.

Visit the most charming places in the city of Aarhus with a knowledgeable guide. Find out about the city's top-notch art galleries and hear interesting facts and local legends. Learn about how Aarhus is the happiest city in the world. Explore its streets, buildings, and fascinating hidden corners. Explore the history of the place with your guide and get to know what it's like to live in Aarhus now.