Unique Christmas Market in the Old Town Museum
Description
If you enjoy Christmas Market, well this will be unique. The setting is the "Den Gamle By" ~ The Old Town, so don't miss out on this unique tour. Awarded 3-star by the Michelin Journey. This tour surely has everything but a tour in a balloon. A bus ride, a ferry tour with brunch and evening Christmas buffet, and an entire museum "town" created with houses and buildings stretching 400 years of Danish history. AND then is Christmas in these settings. Below here are some of the descriptions of the Old Town, in their own words: "Embark on a fascinating time journey through 400 years of Danish history. Sense taste, and enjoy Christmas through time with shining lanterns, Christmas-decorated streets, and floating apple slice pancake puffs. Have a chat with the town citizens and servants, Visit historical shops and homes, and see the Christmas decorations. Buy old-fashioned Christmas decorations and Christmas gifts, and show your children the pixie attic, or visit Cone Town."
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Itinerary
This description of the Michelin Journey 3-star museum is in their own words: In Den Gamle By, you become one with history, and you are able to smell, taste, and feel your way forward while exploring the streets and passages, looking into people’s homes, and striking a bargain in one of the historical shops. Throughout the museum, you will meet people in historical costumes who will show you around and tell you about the exhibits. It’s almost like being there yourself. The Christmas shop Visit the Christmas shop, where you can buy hand-painted glass ornaments. Handicrafts Find Christmas gifts in the stalls on the first floor in Bendtsen Warehouse. Open everyday from 15 - 23 December. Lunch at Restaurant Gæstgivergården Have a break and taste Danish Christmas traditions.
For those who had enough of the "old ways". It is possible to cross from the museum directly into downtown Aarhus and the walking street, just some 10 minutes walk from the museum. You decide how you spend your time between the "Den Gamle By" and maybe a walk in nowadays Aarhus. So the set time displayed here is just to add this information and option for you as a traveler.
On the catamaran ferry between the island of Zealand and the peninsula of Jutland where the "Den Gamle By"/Old Town is located. There will be a morning Danish-ferry-style brunch. (included in the price of the tour) On the way back, included in the tour price, is a Danish-Style dinner buffet. The journey is set to be 1 hour 30 minutes—each way. Onboard the ferry there is also time for resting and a play area for the kids.
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Pickup Locations & Times
ATTENTION; THE DISPLAYED PICKUP TIME IS FOR THE CENTRAL PICKUP POINT (in front of Hotel Astoria/Central Pickup Point). Individual hotel pickup is before this time! Late bookings (30hours prior to tour start); Pickup will be The Central Pickup Point (in front of Hotel Astoria) at 0830CET. Please note that pickups are not possible at hotels without parking or private accommodations. Alternatively, we offer a central location near City Hall Square. If pickup cannot be arranged at your chosen accommodation, we'll suggest convenient alternatives. Be aware that Ophelia Tours uses the phone number you provide as a means of contact in case of imminent change to the tour or delayed pickup, etc. If you are a WhatsApp user and want this to be used as your primary contact in the above-mentioned situations, please provide your WhatsApp number. Your privacy is protected under EU legislation, and within 6-12 months, your WhatsApp number will be deleted.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Users of walking frames or a cane can enjoy this tour. Be aware of slippery surfaces
- Children under 5 should not join this tour. (NO CHILD SEATS AVAILABLE)
Reviews(1)
Den Gamle By is absolutely worth visiting - especially around Christmas. Very convenient with transportation from Copenhagen directly to the beautiful open air museum in Århus in mainland Denmark. The Danish term "hygge" is perfectly exhibited here. The driver Kenneth was witty, informative and pleasant
It sounds like you had a wonderful trip! Den Gamle By (The Old Town) is truly one of Denmark’s many jewels to visit and there is something uniquely magical about it during the Christmas season The Old Town perfectly captures that sense of "hygge" you mentioned. It’s that specific feeling of warmth, nostalgia, and coziness that the Danes do better than anyone else. It’s also great to hear that Kenneth made the journey so enjoyable. A witty and informative guide can turn a long transit into a highlight of the day. Thank you kindly for your review
