5-Day Denmark road trip Starting from Aalborg to Odense

Your road trip adventure in Denmark begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Aalborg. You’ll stay in Aalborg for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Aalborg has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Nordkraft. This attraction is a cultural center and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,576 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 Aalborg, Restaurant Flammen - Aalborg. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,707 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aalborg is Il Ristorante Fellini. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,108 customers.

Aalborg also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Aalborg is John Bull Pub Aalborg. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,293 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Aalborg is The Irish House. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

Locals also enjoy Wildebeest Østerbro. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Denmark!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Denmark, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Aalborg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Odense. You’ll stay in Odense for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Aalborg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Aalborg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Vikingemuseet Lindholm Høje. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,687 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg. This art museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,659 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg welcomes 92,092 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Østre Anlæg (Aalborg) to make the most of your road trip across Denmark. The spectacular Østre Anlæg (Aalborg) is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,447 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Aalborg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Odense. Odense offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Burger Anarchy. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,814 reviews.

The remarkable Eydes Gastro Pub is another top restaurant in Odense we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,918 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Den Gamle Kro A/S is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 860 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Odense, the fantastic Carlsens Kvarter. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 833 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ryan's of Odense. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Amy's Bar & Winehouse. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 696 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Denmark!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Odense, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Odense.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Odense Zoo. This incredible attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,700 visitors.

H. C. Andersens House is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 5,064 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Danish Railway Museum. This amazing attraction is a railway museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,744 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 Odense.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Odense, like Sortebro Kro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 702 customers.

Marcantonio Trattoria - Pizzeria is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Odense. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 801 customers.

Locals enjoy Restaurant Klosterkroen, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Odense. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 649 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Odense, Viggos. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Denmark. Today, you'll wake up in Odense and embark on a scenic drive to Aalborg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Odense and Aarhus 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 Odense. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Odense Zoo. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,700 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible H. C. Andersens House. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 5,064 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Odense is the stunning Danish Railway Museum. This railway museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,744 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Aarhus 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 Aarhus has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Moesgaard Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,866 visitors. Around 368,656 people visit Moesgaard Museum every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,139 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,577 visitors.

The lovely The Old Town is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 16,765 visitors have left this museum an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 546,485 visits every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Aarhus, 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 Den Bette Kro. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 712 customers.

Locals also recommend Hos Henius, another of the best restaurants in Aalborg. Hos Henius is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 608 customers.

After dinner, visit Dice ´n Drinks to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Aalborg, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 586 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 5 of your road trip in Denmark is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Aalborg 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.

Kildeparken is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Aalborg. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,514 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Aalborg at Pingvin before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The Wharf for your last chance at a meal in the city of Aalborg. The The Wharf restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

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