Cheap 5-Day Denmark Road Trip from Aarhus traveling west to Esbjerg

Your exciting road trip through Denmark starts when you reach the incredible city of Aarhus, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Aarhus and begin your adventure in Denmark.

Aarhus is a popular cheap holiday destination in Denmark with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Aarhus and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing The Infinite Bridge will make your cheap holiday in Denmark truly special. This attraction is a fascinating footbridge that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,463 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Aarhus. An excellent example is the popular Piccolina. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Denmark is Reataurant Kohalen. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 755 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Restaurant ET. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 690 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Tir Na nÓg - Irish Gastropub is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,583 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Aarhus we recommend is Sherlock Holmes Pub, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.

Mig og Ølsnedkeren is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 716 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Denmark!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Aarhus, proving that cheap holidays in Denmark can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Moesgaard Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,866 travelers. Every year, the wonderful Moesgaard Museum gets around 368,656 visitors from across the globe.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. This popular place of interest is a stunning museum that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,139 visitors.

To make your trip to Aarhus more memorable, spend time at the fascinating The Old Town. This well-known museum attracts up to 546,485 people each year. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 16,765 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic The Old Town is often mentioned in Denmark road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This park and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,577 reviews.

Your discovery of Aarhus does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Aarhus on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Denmark.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Denmark, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Raadhuus Kafeen, one of the best restaurants in Aarhus. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,387 reviews.

You can also check out KöD Aarhus. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,108 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Restaurant Madklubben Århus. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,028 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Aarhus.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Aarhus for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Mikkeller bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 548 customers.

Die kleine Bierstube is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Aarhus!

Day 3 of your road trip across Denmark offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Viborg and the enchanting Varde, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Viborg and end the day in Varde, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Denmark will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Viborg, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Varde.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Tirpitz museum. This popular site is a valued museum in Varde and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,478 visitors.

Another must-visit in Varde is the spectacular West Coast Minigolf. This outstanding must-see tourist destination and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 1,890 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Denmark. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Denmark. Make your cheap holiday experience in Denmark more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Esbjerg offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Denmark. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Esbjerg offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Denmark.

Streetfood Esbjerg is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,383 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Esbjerg is Mammas Pizza, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Esbjerg’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Dronning Louise, Esbjerg is an excellent example of a great bar in Esbjerg offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,598 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Stalden, another of locals’ go-to bars in Esbjerg. Stalden is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 634 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Denmark with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Denmark!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Denmark gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Esbjerg and end your day in the city of Vejle.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Aarhus for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Denmark.

While you’re in Esbjerg, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Dyrehaven. The fantastic Dyrehaven is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 470 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Ribe VikingeCenter, a well-known open-air museum in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 4,209 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Esbjerg, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Vejle.

Make Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church your first stop. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,168 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Denmark. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Denmark and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Aarhus. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Aarhus, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Mefisto, one of the best restaurants in Aarhus. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 807 customers.

Teater Bodega is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Teater Bodega is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 805 diners.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Aarhus, Erlings Jazz- & Ølbar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 321 bar goers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Denmark. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Denmark!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Denmark as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Aarhus.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Denmark.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Aarhus is the remarkable Mindeparken. This memorial park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,331 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Aarhus, consider a top-rated restaurant like Restaurant Klokken Aarhus. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 530 customers.

Nordisk Spisehus is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 317 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Aarhus and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Denmark!