Once you’ve explored the city center with Aarhus Free Walking Tours, take a trip to the Botanical Gardens for an opportunity to wander through four different climate zones. When you’re hungry, try some Nordic cuisine in the Latin quarter, in particular ‘smorrebrod’, an open sandwich piled with cold meat, fish, or cheese, and topped with seasoning. For those looking for excitement, head to Tivoli Friheden, a theme park within walking distance of the city center. And if it's music you are after, the Musikhuset Aarhus concert venue regularly hosts fantastic Danish music and live performances. Aarhus also offers some interesting day trips. Ega Engso is a stunning area of wetlands just north of the city and home to an amazing array of birds. Or you can visit Ebeltoft, a charming coastal town where you can spend the day wandering around its beautiful streets and boutiques.
The European Capital of Culture 2017, Aarhus is the second largest city in Denmark, located at the geographical center of the country on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula. Aarhus was founded by Vikings in the 8th century and boasts of being a city with a vast history; but it is also a young and forward-thinking place. Join one of the Free Tours in Aarhus to discover more about this Danish center of culture. The Free City Tour in Aarhus is an introduction to the main monuments in the city with a wonderful guide. Take the Free Museums Walk in Aarhus and discover some of the best art and science museums in the city. Finally, the Free Aarhus Nightlife Walk is a walk for the party animals, taking in the best of Aarhus' bar and club scene. Aarhus is a great city to explore on foot, so make the most of the Free Walking Tours in Aarhus!
Aarhus Walking Tours Highlights
You will find a plethora of fantastic museums to explore in Aarhus. Some of the best include: The ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, which boasts a spectacular 360-degree view of the city from its rainbow walkway; and Den Gamle By (the Old Town Museum) the national open air museum of urban history and culture. This wonderful place gives its visitors a first-hand look at what life was like in a traditional Danish market town. It’s a wonderful multi-sensory learning experience for all ages. Just south of the city, you have the Moesgaard Museum (MOMU), a must for natural history lovers. Apart from museums and galleries, the oldest part of the town is the Latin quarter. With buildings dating back to the 14th century, this is a charming area to explore. It is also the area that bursts into life at night, so go and enjoy its many restaurants, bars and cafés.
