10-Day Denmark Road Trip from Aarhus traveling west to Herning, Esbjerg, Sønderborg, and Odense

Your road trip adventure in Denmark begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Aarhus. You’ll stay in Aarhus for 5 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 10-day vacation in Denmark!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Aarhus has to offer. Cherish the 4 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, Lecoq is one of the best bars in the city of Aarhus for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Mikkeller bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Aarhus is Die kleine Bierstube. Die kleine Bierstube has an average rating 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!

On day 3 of your road trip across Denmark, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Aalborg. You’ll stay in Aalborg for 3 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 Hotel Atlantic, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Aalborg. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,905 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Aalborg is the 4-star Montra Hotel Sabro Kro. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 864 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Aalborg is the 3-star Zleep Hotel Aarhus Skejby. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,569 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 Aalborg, like the outstanding Østre Anlæg (Aalborg). This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,447 visitors.

Nordkraft is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Aalborg. This incredible attraction is a cultural center and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,576 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Aalborg is the extraordinary KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg. This art museum gets more than 92,092 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,659 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Aalborg Zoo. Around 8,756 visitors have given this zoo an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Come to Aalborg 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 Aalborg.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Mefisto, after your day of exploring the city of Aalborg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 807 customers.

Teater Bodega is another of the best restaurants in the city of Aalborg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aalborg is Moesgård Forest Mill. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

Locals recommend Erlings Jazz- & Ølbar, one of the best bars in the city of Aalborg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 321 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Aalborg, Café Rømer. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

Waxies is also one of the best bars in the city of Aalborg. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

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

This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,905 guests.

The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 864 guests.

This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,569 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 like the outstanding Røverknolden. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 540 visitors.

Rebild National Park is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,064 visitors.

This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 530 customers.

This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 488 customers.

This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 447 customers.

This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 651 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Ferring and the city of Thorsminde. You’ll stay in Herning for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Ferring today is Bovbjerg Klint. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 825 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Bovbjerg Lighthouse, an outstanding lighthouse, in the village of Ferring. Around 4,172 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 village, 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 Strandingsmuseum St. George for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Thorsminde. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,356 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Herning, Bone's Herning. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,014 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Flammen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Herning. Restaurant Flammen is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,569 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Herning is Backyard Burger. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Herning, Dirty Ranch Steakhouse. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Scandic Regina. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

Yutaka Sushi Bar ApS is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Herning. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 372 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip through Denmark is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Ringkøbing-Skjern and the city of Søndervig. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Ringkøbing-Skjern is the amazing Sand Sculpture Festival. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Lyngvig Lighthouse. This lighthouse and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,104 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Ringkøbing-Skjern 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 Sand Sculpture Festival in the city of Søndervig for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Streetfood Esbjerg, one of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Locals also recommend Stryhns Café as one of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg. Stryhns Café is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,146 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Esbjerg is Mammas Pizza. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

After dinner, visit Dronning Louise, Esbjerg, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Esbjerg. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,598 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Stalden. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurant Posthuset is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Esbjerg. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Denmark. Today, you'll wake up in Esbjerg and embark on a scenic drive to Sønderborg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Esbjerg 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 Esbjerg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Ribe VikingeCenter. This attraction is an open-air museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,209 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ribe Cathedral. This attraction is a lutheran cathedral that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,314 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Curry Leaves. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 601 customers.

Locals also recommend Hotel Bella Italia, another of the best restaurants in Sønderborg. Hotel Bella Italia is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Mongolian Barbecue. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 700 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Fox And Hounds to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Sønderborg, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Marcello's. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Marcello's has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,686 customers.

SKAAL Sønderborg is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 170 customers.

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 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Gråsten and the city of Sønderborg. You’ll stay in Odense for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Gråsten today is Gråsten Palace. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,280 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 village, 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 Historiecenter Dybbøl Banke for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Sønderborg. This popular attraction is a military museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,820 visitors.

This outstanding château has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,280 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Odense, Burger Anarchy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,814 customers.

Locals recommend Eydes Gastro Pub as one of the best restaurants in the city of Odense. Eydes Gastro Pub is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,918 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Odense is Den Gamle Kro A/S. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 860 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Odense, Carlsens Kvarter. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 833 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Ryan's of Odense. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Amy's Bar & Winehouse is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Odense. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 696 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip through Denmark is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Odense and the city of Jelling. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Odense is the amazing Odense Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,700 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible H. C. Andersens House. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 5,064 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Odense 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 Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church in the city of Jelling for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,168 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Frederikshøj, one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

After dinner, visit Fairbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 409 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like VinDanmark. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 308 customers.

Alternatively, Slap Af 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 345 customers.

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

Day 10 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 1,611 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’ll then say farewell to Aarhus. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Denmark!