7-Day Denmark road trip Starting from Aarhus to Copenhagen

Cityscape of Aarhus in Denmark.
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-day road trip through Denmark.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Denmark. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Aarhus and 3 nights in Copenhagen, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Denmark. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Aarhus, Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, and Odense. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Denmark you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Aarhus, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Denmark, including the stunning Christiania and City Hall Square.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Denmark. From the magnificent Rundetaarn to the breathtaking Nyhavn and Amalienborg, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Aarhus, Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, and Odense, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Denmark. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Denmark.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Denmark. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Denmark.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Denmark.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Denmark has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Denmark. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Denmark extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Denmark fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Denmark today!

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Included

Hotel, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Cityscape of Aarhus in Denmark.Aarhus / 3 nights
Scenic summer view of Nyhavn pier with color buildings, ships, yachts and other boats in the Old Town of Copenhagen, DenmarkCopenhagen / 3 nights
Odense Kommune - town in DenmarkOdense

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Attractions

Photo of Tivoli Gardens is a famous amusement park and pleasure garden in Copenhagen, Denmark.Tivoli Gardens
Christiania
Photo of the Royal Palace Amalienborg is an architectural complex of the Rococo style in Copenhagen, Denmark.Amalienborg
Photo of the Copenhagen zoo, Denmark.Copenhagen Zoo
Photo of the Rundetaarn, or Rundetårn (Round Tower), is a 17th-century tower located in central Copenhagen, Denmark.Rundetaarn
Photo of Scenic summer view of Nyhavn pier with colorful buildings and boats in Old Town of Copenhagen, Denmark.Nyhavn
City Hall Square, Copenhagen Municipality, Capital Region of Denmark, DenmarkCity Hall Square
Photo of famous Rosenborg castle, one of the most visited castles in Copenhagen, Denmark.Rosenborg Castle
Photo of the main entrance to Christiansborg with the two Rococo pavilions on each side of the Marble Bridge during morning blue hour, Copenhagen, capital of Denmark.Christiansborg Palace
Photo of scenic summer sunset view of Nyhavn pier with color buildings, ships, yachts and other boats in the Old Town of Copenhagen, Denmark.Den Gamle By
Photo of Kongens Nytorv, King's New Square  is a public square in Copenhagen, Denmark.Kongens Nytorv
Photo of exterior view of Torvehallerne, a popular modern market place.Torvehallerne
Photo of Rosenborg Castle Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark with blue sky.Rosenborg Castle Gardens
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, Aarhus Municipality, Central Denmark Region, DenmarkARoS Aarhus Art Museum
Photo of Moesgaard Museum, Aarhus Municipality, Central Denmark Region, Denmark.Moesgaard Museum
Odense Zoo, Odense Kommune, Region of Southern Denmark, DenmarkOdense Zoo
Photo of golden autumn time in Frederiksberg park, Copenhagen, Denmark.Frederiksberg Park
Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden, Aarhus Municipality, Central Denmark Region, DenmarkGreenhouses in the Botanical Garden
The Great Belt Bridge, Slagelse Municipality, Region Zealand, DenmarkThe Great Belt Bridge
Photo of Park of Søndermarken, Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, Denmark.Søndermarken
Photo of aerial view of the Famous Infinite Bridge in Aarhus, Denmark.The Infinite Bridge
Photo of house in Mindeparken in Aarhus, Denmark.Mindeparken

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Small car

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small car
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Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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Premium car

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premium car
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Day 1 – Aarhus - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Aarhus - arrival day

  • Aarhus - Arrival day
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  • The Infinite Bridge
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Your road trip adventure in Denmark begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Aarhus. You’ll stay in Aarhus for 3 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 7-day vacation in Denmark!

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Day 2 – Aarhus

Day 2

Day 2 – Aarhus

  • Aarhus
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Drive 21 km, 55 min

  • Moesgaard Museum
  • ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
  • Den Gamle By
  • Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Aarhus has to offer. Cherish the 2 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, Mikkeller bar is one of the best bars in the city of Aarhus for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

Die kleine Bierstube is another of the most popular bars in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average 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!

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Day 3 – Region Zealand and Copenhagen

Day 3

Day 3 – Region Zealand and Copenhagen

  • Copenhagen
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Drive 305 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • The Great Belt Bridge
  • Søndermarken
  • Copenhagen Zoo
  • Frederiksberg Park
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing The Great Belt Bridge. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,917 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Region Zealand 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 Søndermarken for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,632 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Frederiksberg is the outstanding Frederiksberg Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,183 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Høst, one of the best restaurants in the city of Copenhagen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,256 customers.

Locals also recommend Schønnemann as one of the best restaurants in the city of Copenhagen. Schønnemann is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Copenhagen is The Olive Kitchen & Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,173 customers.

After dinner, visit Taphouse, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Copenhagen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,962 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Copenhagen

Day 4

Day 4 – Copenhagen

  • Copenhagen
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Drive 7 km, 32 min

  • Christiania
  • City Hall Square
  • Tivoli Gardens
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On day 4 of your road trip across Denmark, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Copenhagen. You’ll stay in Copenhagen for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Kong Arthur, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Copenhagen. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,135 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Copenhagen is the 5-star Skt. Petri. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,971 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Copenhagen is the 3-star Moxy Copenhagen Sydhavnen. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,745 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Copenhagen, like the outstanding Christiania. This attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 31,734 visitors.

City Hall Square is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Copenhagen. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,142 visitors.

Come to Copenhagen prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Copenhagen.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Copenhagen.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Maple Casual Dining, after your day of exploring the city of Copenhagen. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 599 customers.

Geranium is another of the best restaurants in the city of Copenhagen. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 589 customers.

Locals recommend Mikkeller Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Copenhagen, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,827 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Copenhagen, Restaurant Tight. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,589 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Denmark.

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Day 5 – Copenhagen

Day 5

Day 5 – Copenhagen

  • Copenhagen
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Drive 5 km, 48 min

  • Rosenborg Castle Gardens
  • Rosenborg Castle
  • Torvehallerne
  • Rundetaarn
  • Christiansborg Palace
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Copenhagen has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen. 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 Copenhagen, like the extraordinary Rosenborg Castle Gardens. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,810 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Copenhagen is the spectacular Rosenborg Castle. This attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,558 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Torvehallerne. This market hall has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,334 visitors.

Rundetaarn is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This observation tower is a popular destination among visitors in Copenhagen. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 22,608 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 580,000 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Christiansborg Palace. Christiansborg Palace is a palace and popular attraction in Copenhagen. More than 17,668 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Copenhagen does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Copenhagen 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 Restaurant Karla, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Copenhagen. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,070 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Copenhagen, Odense, and Aarhus

Day 6

Day 6 – Copenhagen, Odense, and Aarhus

  • Copenhagen
  • Odense
  • Aarhus
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Drive 312 km, 3 hours 57 min

  • Nyhavn
  • Kongens Nytorv
  • Amalienborg
  • Odense Zoo
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Denmark. Today, you'll wake up in Copenhagen and embark on a scenic drive to Aarhus, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Nyhavn. This attraction is a canal that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,620 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Kongens Nytorv. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 16,699 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Copenhagen is the stunning Amalienborg. This royal palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,593 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Mefisto. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 807 customers.

Locals also recommend Teater Bodega, another of the best restaurants in Aarhus. Teater Bodega is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

After dinner, visit Erlings Jazz- & Ølbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Aarhus, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 321 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!

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Day 7 – Aarhus - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Aarhus - departure day

  • Aarhus - Departure day
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  • Mindeparken
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Day 7 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.

Mindeparken is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Aarhus. This memorial park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,331 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Aarhus at Restaurant Klokken Aarhus before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 530 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Nordisk Spisehus for your last chance at a meal in the city of Aarhus. The Nordisk Spisehus restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

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

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