8-Day Denmark Road Trip from Aarhus traveling south to Randers, Ringkøbing, Esbjerg, and Copenhagen

Your road trip adventure in Denmark begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Aarhus. You’ll stay in Aarhus for 2 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 2,417 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 8-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 Aarhus. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Randers Municipality. You’ll stay in Randers Municipality for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Aarhus’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Aarhus, start your day with a visit to the amazing Moesgaard Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,502 visitors. Each year, around 368,656 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,721 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Old Town to make the most of your road trip across Denmark. The spectacular The Old Town is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,139 visitors. Every year, around 546,485 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,572 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Aarhus has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Randers Municipality. Randers Municipality 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 Restaurant Skovbakken ApS. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 581 reviews.

The remarkable Østergade is another top restaurant in Randers Municipality we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 201 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Bistroteket is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 351 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Randers Municipality, the fantastic Barrys Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 515 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Tante Olga - Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 267 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Café von Hatten. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 127 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Denmark!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Denmark. Today, you'll wake up in Randers and embark on a scenic drive to Ringkøbing-Skjern Municipality, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Randers and Lemvig 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 Randers. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Randers Tropical Zoo. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,571 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Randers Naturcenter. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 499 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Randers is the stunning Fussingø. This manor house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 396 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 Lemvig has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Bovbjerg Klint. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 804 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Bovbjerg Lighthouse. This lighthouse and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,014 reviews.

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

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 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Aarhus and the city of Varde. You’ll stay in Esbjerg Municipality for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Aarhus today is Lyngvig Lighthouse. This excellent attraction is a lighthouse that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,831 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 town, 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 Tirpitz museum for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Varde. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,166 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg Municipality, Dronning Louise, Esbjerg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,598 customers.

Locals recommend Streetfood Esbjerg as one of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg Municipality. Streetfood Esbjerg is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg Municipality 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 Municipality, Stalden. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through Denmark is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Aarhus and the city of Billund. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Aarhus is the amazing Ribe VikingeCenter. This attraction is an open-air museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,161 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Ribe Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,247 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Aarhus 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 LEGOLAND Billund Resort in the city of Billund for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 42,121 visitors.

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.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Mikkeller Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,827 customers.

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

On day 6 of your road trip across Denmark, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Aarhus. You’ll stay in Aarhus for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Comwell Copenhagen Portside Dolce by Wyndham, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Aarhus. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,089 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Aarhus is the 5-star NH Collection Copenhagen. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,961 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Aarhus 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 town of Aarhus, like the outstanding Rundetaarn. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,378 visitors and gathers around 580,000 every year.

City Hall Square is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Aarhus. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,852 visitors.

Come to Aarhus 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 Aarhus.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Maple Casual Dining, after your day of exploring the city of Aarhus. 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 Aarhus. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 589 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Tight, one of the best bars in the city of Aarhus, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,589 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Aarhus, Mikkeller & Friends. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,293 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip through Denmark gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Aarhus and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Aarhus. You will stay in Aarhus for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Aarhus is the amazing Torvehallerne. This attraction is a market hall that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,675 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible urban park, Rosenborg Castle Gardens. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,653 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Aarhus is the outstanding Kongens Nytorv. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,928 visitors.

The spectacular Nyhavn is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating canal and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,428 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Aarhus by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Denmark. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Aarhus, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Raadhuus Kafeen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Locals also recommend Tir Na nÓg - Irish Gastropub as one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus. Tir Na nÓg - Irish Gastropub is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,583 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus is KöD Aarhus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,108 customers.

After dinner, visit Gedulgt, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 562 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Mikkeller bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

Alternatively, Die kleine Bierstube is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

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

Day 8 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 1,596 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 Madklubben Århus before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Mefisto for your last chance at a meal in the city of Aarhus. The Mefisto restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 807 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Teater Bodega. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 805 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!