Affordable One-Week Relaxed Denmark Road Trip Vacation from Aalborg to Aarhus

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Denmark begins when you reach Aalborg, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

Aalborg is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Nordkraft. Around 2,596 visitors have rated this fascinating cultural center and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Aalborg offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Wildebeest Østerbro. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Pingvin serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Aalborg has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 715 reviews.

Restaurant Flammen - Aalborg is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,707 customers, Restaurant Flammen - Aalborg is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Aalborg looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Hjerter Dame ApS, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 237 reviews.

Susan Sky Blue offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Aalborg. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 244 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Dice ´n Drinks. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 586 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Denmark! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Denmark!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Denmark, you'll explore the best attractions in Aalborg at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Aalborg, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Aalborgtårnet. This incredible top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,083 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Denmark by seeing another popular site in Aalborg, the wonderful KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg. This art museum is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,083 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Denmark. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Aalborg itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Denmark extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Aalborg. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Café Peace. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,269 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at The Wharf, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. The Wharf is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by 622 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Restaurant Applaus. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 334 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Aalborg and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Denmark, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 3 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Denmark gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Nørresundby. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Aarhus, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 4 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Defence and Garrison Museum is waiting for you. This military museum has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 840 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Springeren - Maritime Experience Centre. This unique museum is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,178 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Nørresundby has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Denmark. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Aarhus. In Aarhus, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Denmark.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Aalborg is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is Restaurant MellemRum, one of the best restaurants in Aalborg. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 500 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Restaurant MellemRum.

Locals also recommend Moesgård Forest Mill as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Moesgård Forest Mill as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Restaurant Madklubben Århus. Restaurant Madklubben Århus is another of the most popular places to eat in Aalborg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,028 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Sherlock Holmes Pub. Sherlock Holmes Pub is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Mig og Ølsnedkeren. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 716 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to VinDanmark. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. VinDanmark is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 308 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Denmark!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Denmark, you'll explore the best attractions in Aarhus at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Aarhus, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Moesgaard Museum. This incredible museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,934 travelers, and is visited by 368,656 people every year.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Denmark by seeing another popular site in Aarhus, the wonderful The Infinite Bridge. This footbridge is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,934 travelers and gets around 368,656 annual visits.

You can then move on to the incredible ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. This museum has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,237 visitors.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Denmark. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Aarhus itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Denmark extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Aarhus. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Café Rømer. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Raadhuus Kafeen, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Raadhuus Kafeen is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by 1,387 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Slap Af. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 345 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Aarhus and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Vesterlauget. This vibrant bar is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 447 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Ris Ras Filliongongong. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 306 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is K. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. K has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 651 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Denmark, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Denmark, you'll explore the best attractions in Aarhus at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Aarhus, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden. This incredible park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,584 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Denmark by seeing another popular site in Aarhus, the wonderful The Old Town. This museum is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,584 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Aarhus Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,291 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Endless Connection. This must-see tourist destination is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.5 out of 5 stars from 770 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Marselisborg Palace. This amazing site is a wonderful building with more than 784 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 5 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Denmark. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Aarhus itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Denmark extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Aarhus. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Tir Na nÓg - Irish Gastropub. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,583 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Løve’s Bog- og Vincafé, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Løve’s Bog- og Vincafé is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 488 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Mefisto. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 807 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Aarhus and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Erlings Jazz- & Ølbar. This vibrant bar is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 321 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Die kleine Bierstube. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 564 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Mikkeller bar. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Mikkeller bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 548 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Denmark, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Denmark, you'll explore the best attractions in Aarhus at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Aarhus, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Mindeparken. This incredible memorial park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,354 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Denmark by seeing another popular site in Aarhus, the wonderful Marselisborg Palace. This building is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,354 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Denmark. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Aarhus itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Denmark extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Aarhus. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Sushi Springtime. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 253 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Nordisk Spisehus, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Nordisk Spisehus is rated 4.7 stars out of 5 by 317 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Waxies. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,059 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Aarhus and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Fairbar. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 409 customers.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Denmark, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 7 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Denmark gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Jelling. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Aalborg, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Kongernes Jelling is waiting for you. This museum has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,165 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church. This unique top-tier point of interest is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,188 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Jelling has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Denmark. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Aalborg. In Aalborg, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Denmark.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Vejle is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is Il Ristorante Fellini, one of the best restaurants in Vejle. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,108 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Il Ristorante Fellini.

Locals also recommend Aalborg Airport Hotel as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Aalborg Airport Hotel as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 600 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Tabu. Tabu is another of the most popular places to eat in Vejle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 235 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Denmark!

Day 8 of your relaxed road trip in Denmark is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Aalborg.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Aalborg once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Denmark on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Aalborghus Castle is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Aalborg. This top sight is a popular must-see tourist destination, rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 385 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 8 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Aalborg or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at The Irish House. Dining at The Irish House is one of the best food experiences you can have in Aalborg. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

Another top recommendation in Aalborg is John Bull Pub Aalborg. If you go to John Bull Pub Aalborg, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,293 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like London Pub. If you haven’t yet, a trip to London Pub is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 405 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Aalborg and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 8-day relaxed road trip in Denmark is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.