Hear how a local would spend one perfect day in Aarhus.
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Aarhus is Denmark’s second-largest city, and, with its funky arts and college community, one of the country’s most pleasant. The Vikings settled in Aarhus at the mouth of the river Aros. Traces of Viking life can still be found in Aarhus. Cutting through the center of town is a canal. It used to run underground, but was uncovered a few years ago. Since then, an amalgam of bars, cafes, and restaurants has sprouted along its banks, creating one of Denmark’s most lively thoroughfares. At all hours of the day and night this waterfront strip is abuzz with crowds that hang out on the outdoor terraces and steps that lead down to the creek.
Aarhus is an old city, yet young at heart. In Aarhus you can feel the beat of a big city and yet everything is within easy reach. Aarhus is Denmark’s second largest city and it boasts a large student population which injects a lively and optimistic lifestyle parallel to the city’s old history and sights.
The Port of Aarhus, which started as a small natural harbour, is now one of Denmark’s biggest with a container terminal, oil pier, multi-terminal and ferry harbour. There are cruise berths within ten minutes walk from the city centre, with alternative berths only 15 minutes away. When a cruise ship calls in Aarhus VisitAarhus opens an information office on the quay which offers all the services and facilities a cruise guest needs, such as exchange facilities, brochures, maps, car rental, souvenirs, post cards, taxis, etc.
In Aarhus you will find all the facilities, attractions and events of a big city but the closeness and authenticity of a small old city. Aarhus is known for its many cultural events and museums including the Old Town open air museum, the new ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, where you can meet BOY and the Occupation Museum 1940-45.
Aarhus is almost in the middle of the country which means easy access to a large number of the most fascinating attractions in the country. VisitAarhus has a staff of highly trained guides ready to assist visitors. There are hosts of shops where you can find just the right present for the family at home. The Latin quarter in the heart of the city sells the fashionable, the unique, the special. The big department stores give you a good example of Danish taste and assortment, with speciality shops selling a wide range of Danish designed products and all within walking distance of the ship. Tax free shopping is available in most shops.
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