Aarhus, Denmark

Aarhus: airports, things to do and where to stay

Aarhus, Denmark's second city, is a young university and port city with top museums, a lively old town and the bay close by.

Aarhus airports

Aarhus, Denmark

Aarhus Airport airport is about 30 km from central Aarhus.

Bus exprés / Express bus
A direct bus links the airport with Aarhus Central Station in about 40 min. The airport is some 40 km from the city, so check timetables.
Taxi
Taxi rank outside the terminal. It is about 40 min to central Aarhus, an expensive option given the distance.

Aarhus

A major art museum topped by the circular, colourful "Your rainbow panorama" walkway with views over the city.

An open-air museum of historic buildings from across Denmark recreating town life of past eras.

An archaeology and ethnography museum south of the city, in a modern building with a sloping grass-covered roof.

Aarhus Cathedral, dedicated to St Clement, in the historic centre; one of the longest churches in Denmark.

Which airport serves Aarhus?

Aarhus is served by Aarhus Airport (AAR).

How far is the airport from central Aarhus?

Aarhus Airport airport is about 30 km from central Aarhus.

How do I get from the airport to central Aarhus?

From Aarhus Airport airport you can take Bus exprés / Express bus (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Aarhus?

Highlights of Aarhus include ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum, Den Gamle By, Moesgaard Museum, and Aarhus Domkirke.

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