Must-see attractions in Central Jutland

  • Legoland in Billund

    Legoland

    Billund

    Mind-blowing Lego models, fun rides and the happy-family magic associated with great theme parks have transformed Legoland into Denmark’s most visited…

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    ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum

    Aarhus

    Inside the cubist, red-brick walls of Aarhus’ showpiece art museum are nine floors of sweeping curves, soaring spaces and white walls showcasing a…

  • Lego House

    Billund

    In the heart of Billund, Lego House is a hands-on 'experience centre' with a thoroughly brilliant design that resembles a stack of 21 gigantic Lego bricks…

  • Path leading to the historic church of Jelling, Denmark.

    Jelling Kirke

    Central Jutland

    Inside this small whitewashed church, erected around 1100, are some vividly restored 12th-century frescoes; the main attractions, however, are the two…

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    Den Gamle By

    Aarhus

    The Danes’ seemingly limitless enthusiasm for dressing up and re-creating history reaches its zenith at Den Gamle By. It’s an engaging, picturesque open…

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    Moesgaard Museum

    Aarhus

    Don't miss the reinvented Moesgaard Museum, 10km south of the city, housed in a spectacularly designed, award-winning modern space. The star attraction is…

  • Randers Tropical Rain forrest, Regnskov.

    Randers Regnskov

    Central Jutland

    Randers' most-visited attraction is this dome-enclosed tropical zoo ('regnskov' means rainforest), where the temperature is always a humid 20°C to 30°C …

  • Indelukket in Silkeborg at the Gudenaa river, Denmark.

    Indelukket

    Central Jutland

    Don’t miss a stroll through this picturesque riverside park – follow Åhavevej south to reach it. There’s a snack bar here, as well as mini-golf, a…

  • People in a courtyard cafe on Adelgade, a shopping street.

    Adelgade

    Central Jutland

    Cobbled Adelgade is one of the loveliest main streets in Jutland, lined with pastel-coloured cafes and stores, and pretty courtyards. At its southern end…

  • Aarhus skyline over Dokk1 library in the harbour, Denmark.

    Dokk1

    Aarhus

    Opened in 2015 as part of Aarhus' large-scale waterfront regeneration, Dokk1 is the kind of public space Danes excel at, and houses Scandinavia's largest…

  • Museum Silkeborg

    Central Jutland

    Here you can check out the amazingly well-preserved body of the 2400-year-old Tollund Man, the central (albeit leathery) star in an otherwise smart but…

  • Cathedral of Aarhus in Denmark

    Aarhus Domkirke

    Aarhus

    With a lofty nave spanning nearly 100m in length, Aarhus Domkirke is Denmark’s longest church. The original Romanesque chapel at the eastern end dates…

  • Exterior view of the experience centre at the Jelling Monuments, (Kongernes Jelling), in Jutland.

    Kongernes Jelling

    Central Jutland

    Kongernes Jelling is a large interactive museum opposite the church, dedicated to Jelling at the time of the Viking kings. It provides enthralling insight…

  • Rollercoaster at Djurs Sommerland.

    Djurs Sommerland

    Central Jutland

    One of Djursland’s biggest drawcards is this much-hyped amusement park with arguably the best outdoor rides in Jutland (more than 60, including Denmark's…

  • The remains of the historic danish fortress known as "Kalø Slotsruin" from the bridge leading to the old entrance with the big tower still standing tall.

    Kalø Slotsruin

    Central Jutland

    South of Rønde is this popular feature of Mols Bjerge National Park. From the parking area and restaurant, a 500m causeway leads to atmospheric castle…

  • Inside Viborg Cathedral.

    Viborg Domkirke

    Central Jutland

    The striking, twin-towered cathedral is equally impressive inside and out, with frescoes, painted over five years (1908–13) by artist Joakim Skovgaard,…

  • Kattegatcentret

    Central Jutland

    If you fancy being just inches from a shark and in total control, you’ll love the glass tunnel at Kattegatcentret, where the focus is on surrounding…

  • Skandinavisk Dyrepark

    Central Jutland

    Nordic species are top of the food chain here, where the biggest attraction is the impressive polar-bear facility. Other star performers: brown bears,…

  • Glasmuseet Ebeltoft

    Central Jutland

    Contemporary glass art is beautifully showcased at sleek Glasmuseet, with stunning permanent pieces plus changing exhibitions gracing its light-filled…

  • Møllestien

    Aarhus

    While you’re exploring the old part of town, be sure to wander along idyllic Møllestien, easily Aarhus’ prettiest street – all cobblestones, pastel…

  • Church of Our Lady (Vor Frue Kirke) 12th century chapel.

    Vor Frue Kirke

    Aarhus

    Set back from Vestergade, the Church of Our Lady is like a Russian matryoshka (nesting doll), opening to reveal multiple layers. It was here that the…

  • Big Wheel

    Tivoli Friheden

    Aarhus

    Neither as big nor as fabulous as Copenhagen’s major drawcard, Aarhus’ Tivoli is still a fun, wholesome family attraction, full of childhood favourites …

  • Fyrkat

    Central Jutland

    Although it’s smaller than the better-known Trelleborg in Zealand, the thousand-year-old Fyrkat ring fortress so closely resembles Trelleborg that both…

  • HEART

    Central Jutland

    If you’re a fan of modern art, chances are you’ve heard of Italian conceptual artist Piero Manzoni (1933–63). What you may not know is that the biggest…

  • Vikingecenter Fyrkat

    Central Jutland

    Complementing Fyrkat fortress is a Viking-style farmstead 1km north. Archaeologists believe such farms existed around the fortress walls, supplying…

  • Gammel Estrup

    Central Jutland

    On the outskirts of Auning, 33km west of Grenaa, lies this grand manor house, home to two museums, splendid gardens and an aura of Danish gentility.

  • Moesgård

    Aarhus

    The Moesgård area, 10km south of the city centre, is a must for the Moesgaard Museum, but the area's natural attractions warrant investigation, too. An…

  • Aarhus Rådhus

    Aarhus

    Aarhus’ controversial town hall was co-designed by renowned architect Arne Jacobsen, a pioneer of Danish modernism, and completed in 1942. It’s clad in…

  • Mols Bjerge National Park

    Central Jutland

    This park covers 180 sq km of Djursland forests, moors and open grasslands as well as lakes, coastal areas and the sea. It encompasses the town of…

  • Central Randers

    Central Jutland

    The most interesting part of Randers is its central area, a hotchpotch of architecture with some antique gems alongside more-modern eyesores. Hunt down…

  • Marselisborg Palace & Park

    Aarhus

    Marselisborg Palace is a summer home of the royal family, and when they’re not in residence the public can explore the English-style grounds and rose…

  • Memphis Mansion

    Central Jutland

    Four kilometres southeast of Randers' town centre is the Elvis Presley Museum, housed in a replica Graceland mansion (double the size of the original)…

  • Aarhus Ø

    Aarhus

    Aarhus' docklands is a new neighbourhood that's home to some head-turning residential developments – the brilliantly spiky Isberget (Iceberg) has won…

  • Ree Park Safari

    Central Jutland

    Ree Park houses an impressive collection of animals from all corners of the globe, with Africa taking more than the lion’s share (pun intended). Visitors…

  • Aqua

    Central Jutland

    Aqua, 2km south of the town centre, is an entertaining aquarium, zoo and exhibition centre built into several outdoor lakes. It explores the ecosystems of…

  • Givskud Zoo

    Central Jutland

    Givskud Zoo is an entertaining safari park with plenty of African animals, and you can explore certain areas from the comfort of your own car or in the…

  • Kvindemuseet

    Aarhus

    Denmark is a model for equality, but this hasn’t always been the case. In a fresh, engaging exhibition inside the old town hall, the Women's Museum charts…

  • Fregatten Jylland

    Central Jutland

    The frigate Jylland has quite a presence. From bow to stern it measures 71m, making it the world's longest wooden ship. It was launched in 1860 and played…

  • Sankt Mogens Gade

    Central Jutland

    The old part of town lies just to the north and west of the cathedral. Sankt Mogens Gade has a charming pocket of homes from the mid-16th century,…

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