6-Day Denmark road trip from Aarhus to 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 2,463 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 6-day vacation in Denmark!

Day 2 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 Esbjerg. You will stay in Esbjerg 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 ARoS Aarhus Art Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,139 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, The Old Town. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,765 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, The Old Town welcomes around 546,485 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Aarhus is the outstanding Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,577 visitors.

The spectacular Moesgaard Museum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,866 visitors. In addition, approximately 368,656 travelers visit this popular site annually.

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 Esbjerg, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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 3 of your road trip in Denmark. Today, you'll wake up in Esbjerg and embark on a scenic drive to Copenhagen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Esbjerg and Frederiksberg 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 Odense Zoo. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,700 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Odense 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 Frederiksberg has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Frederiksberg Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,183 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Copenhagen Zoo. This zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 22,872 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Søndermarken. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,632 visitors.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Høst. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,256 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Olive Kitchen & Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,173 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bastard Café to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Copenhagen, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,360 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Taphouse. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Taphouse has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,962 customers.

Fermentoren is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,609 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!

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 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 AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Copenhagen. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 7,680 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 2,037 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Copenhagen is the 3-star Ibis Styles Copenhagen Ørestad. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,814 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.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Copenhagen is the extraordinary Tivoli Gardens. This amusement park is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 77,697 reviews.

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.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Copenhagen is Paludan Bog & Café. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,840 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, Ruby. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

Restaurant Tight is also one of the best bars in the city of Copenhagen. This bar is rated an average 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.

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Copenhagen and the city of Vejle. You’ll stay in Aarhus for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Copenhagen today is Torvehallerne. This excellent attraction is a market hall that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,334 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Rundetaarn, an outstanding observation tower, in the city of Copenhagen. Around 22,608 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Rundetaarn's popularity, more than 580,000 people stop by Rundetaarn to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Copenhagen is Kongens Nytorv. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 16,699 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Nyhavn. This canal and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,620 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 city, 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 Mariaparken for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Vejle. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 388 visitors.

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

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

Locals recommend KöD Aarhus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus. KöD Aarhus is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,108 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aarhus is Restaurant Madklubben Århus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Aarhus, Lecoq. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Mikkeller bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

Die kleine Bierstube is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Aarhus. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

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

Day 6 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Aarhus at Mefisto before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 807 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Teater Bodega for your last chance at a meal in the city of Aarhus. The Teater Bodega restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Moesgård Forest Mill. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 688 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!