7 days in Jutland Itinerary

Located on the sea, Aarhus blends a world city with a small-town feel. Home to a young population, the city has a reputation for producing internationally known pop and rock musicians.

Den Gamle By and Botanical Garden and the Greenhouses will appeal to museum buffs. Attractions like Ree Park Safari and Aarhus Domkirke make great kid-friendly stops. Take a break from Aarhus with a short trip to Djurs Sommerland in Nimtofte, about 46 minutes away.

For reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Aarhus trip app.

London, UK to Aarhus is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Aarhus due to the time zone difference. August in Aarhus sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can drive to Lokken.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Tue): meet the residents at Nordsoen Oceanarium, enjoy the sea views from Rubjerg Knude, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Lokken Beach. On the 17th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Aalborg Zoologiske Have and then find something for the whole family at Faarup Sommerland.

To find maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Lokken road trip planning site.

You can drive from Aarhus to Lokken in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Lokken can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.