11-Day Denmark Road Trip from Aarhus to Esbjerg, Herning, Viborg, and Aalborg and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Denmark begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Aarhus. You’ll stay in Aarhus for 5 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Aarhus has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Infinite Bridge. This attraction is a footbridge and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,463 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus, Piccolina. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus is Reataurant Kohalen. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 755 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant ET as one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 690 customers.

Aarhus also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Aarhus is Tir Na nÓg - Irish Gastropub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,583 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Aarhus is Sherlock Holmes Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.

Locals also enjoy Mig og Ølsnedkeren. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Denmark!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Aarhus has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Aarhus by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Aarhus. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Aarhus, like the extraordinary Moesgaard Museum. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,866 visitors. Moesgaard Museum gets around 368,656 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Aarhus is the spectacular ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,139 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing The Old Town. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,765 visitors. Up to 546,485 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Aarhus. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,577 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Aarhus does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Aarhus on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Denmark, be sure to eat at Raadhuus Kafeen, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Aarhus is the popular KöD Aarhus. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,108 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Aarhus is Restaurant Madklubben Århus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Lecoq is one of the best bars in the city of Aarhus for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Mikkeller bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Aarhus is Die kleine Bierstube. Die kleine Bierstube has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Aarhus!

On day 3 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience two destinations, Givskud and Odense. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Aarhus, where you'll stay for 3 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the village of Givskud is Givskud Zoo. This amazing attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,722 visitors.

This day is also your chance to visit Odense Zoo in the city of Odense. Odense Zoo is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,700 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Denmark more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Denmark’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Aarhus.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Mefisto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 807 customers.

Teater Bodega is one of the top restaurants in the city of Aarhus. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus is Moesgård Forest Mill. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Aarhus, Erlings Jazz- & Ølbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 321 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Aarhus, we recommend the cocktails at Café Rømer. This bar has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Aarhus is Waxies. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Aarhus!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Aarhus, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Aarhus.

Today you'll explore the city of Ringe. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Egeskov Castle. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,443 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Denmark to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Aarhus.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus, like Restaurant Klokken Aarhus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 530 customers.

Restaurant MellemRum is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Aarhus. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Locals enjoy Nordisk Spisehus, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Aarhus. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Aarhus, Løve’s Bog- og Vincafé. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 488 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Vesterlauget. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 447 customers.

K is another of the best bars in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 651 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Denmark!

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Kolding and the city of Gråsten. You’ll stay in Esbjerg for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Kolding today is Trapholt Museum for Modern Art and Design. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,968 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Legeparken, an outstanding top-tier point of interest, in the city of Kolding. Around 2,006 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Kolding is Koldinghus. This amazing attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,423 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Denmark, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Denmark. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Gråsten Palace for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Gråsten. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,280 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Esbjerg.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg, Streetfood Esbjerg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Locals recommend Stryhns Café as one of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg. Stryhns Café is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,146 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg is Mammas Pizza. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Esbjerg, Dronning Louise, Esbjerg. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,598 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Stalden. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

Restaurant Posthuset is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Esbjerg. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Denmark with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Denmark. Today, you'll wake up in Esbjerg and embark on a scenic drive to Herning, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Esbjerg before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Esbjerg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Ribe VikingeCenter. This attraction is an open-air museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,209 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ribe Cathedral. This attraction is a lutheran cathedral that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,314 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bone's Herning. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,014 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Flammen, another of the best restaurants in Herning. Restaurant Flammen is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,569 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Backyard Burger. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 721 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Dirty Ranch Steakhouse to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Herning, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Scandic Regina. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Scandic Regina has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

Yutaka Sushi Bar ApS is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 372 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Denmark, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 7 of your road trip through Denmark is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Ringkøbing-Skjern and the city of Søndervig. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Ringkøbing-Skjern is the amazing Lyngvig Lighthouse. This attraction is a lighthouse and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,104 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Sand Sculpture Festival. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Ringkøbing-Skjern is another excellent way to spend your new day in Denmark. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Denmark’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Denmark’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Denmark’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Sand Sculpture Festival in the city of Søndervig for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Viborg.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Flammen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Viborg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

Locals also recommend Café Baghuset as one of the best restaurants in the city of Viborg. Café Baghuset is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,020 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Viborg is For Enden Af Gaden. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 763 customers.

After dinner, visit Ølluminati Brewbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Viborg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Latinerly. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,030 customers.

Alternatively, Mathias Kælderen is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Viborg. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 159 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Denmark!

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Denmark. Today, you'll wake up in Viborg and embark on a scenic drive to Aalborg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Viborg and Vestbirk before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Viborg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Himmelbjerget. This attraction is a hill that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,383 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Skanderborg and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Vestbirk has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable The Uncovered Bridge. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,330 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Vestbirk, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Aalborg. When you arrive in Aalborg you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Flammen - Aalborg. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,707 customers.

Locals also recommend Il Ristorante Fellini, another of the best restaurants in Aalborg. Il Ristorante Fellini is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,108 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Café Peace. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,269 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit John Bull Pub Aalborg to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Aalborg, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,293 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Irish House. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Irish House has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

Wildebeest Østerbro is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Denmark, and look forward to more great days to come!

On day 9 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience two destinations, Hjørring and Hirtshals. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Aalborg, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Hjørring is The North Sea Oceanarium. This amazing attraction is an aquarium and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,400 visitors.

Hirtshals Lighthouse is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Hjørring. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Hirtshals Lighthouse has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,238 visitors.

To make your time in the city of Hjørring more memorable, we recommend you visit Rubjerg Knude lighthouse. This outstanding attraction is a lighthouse and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,478 visitors.

This day is also your chance to visit The North Sea Oceanarium in the village of Hirtshals. The North Sea Oceanarium is an aquarium and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,400 visitors.

Another of the most popular attractions you could visit in the village of Hirtshals is Hirtshals Lighthouse. This stunning attraction is a lighthouse and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,238 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Denmark more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Denmark’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Aalborg.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant MEAT. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,002 customers.

Den Bette Kro is one of the top restaurants in the city of Aalborg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 712 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aalborg is Hos Henius. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 608 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Aalborg, SanGiovanni. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Aalborg, we recommend the cocktails at Dice ´n Drinks. This bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 586 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Aalborg is The Old Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Aalborg!

Day 10 of your road trip will take you to the city of Aalborg and the city of Rebild. You’ll stay in Aarhus for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Aalborg today is Nordkraft. This excellent attraction is a cultural center that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,576 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg, an outstanding art museum, in the city of Aalborg. Around 1,659 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg's popularity, more than 92,092 people stop by KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Aalborg is Aalborg Zoo. This amazing attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,756 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Denmark, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Denmark. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Rebild National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Rebild. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,064 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Aarhus.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus, Restaurant Frederikshøj. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Aarhus, Fairbar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 409 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like VinDanmark. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 308 customers.

Slap Af is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 345 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Denmark with a toast!

Day 11 of your road trip in Denmark is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Aarhus before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Marselisborg Palace is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Aarhus. This building and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,611 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Aarhus and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Denmark.

You’ll then say farewell to Aarhus. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Denmark!