Den Gamle By

Open-air museum Aarhus C, Central Denmark Region, Denmark

What to expect

Den Gamle By is an open-air town museum showcasing Danish market towns across four distinct time periods. The museum features 75 historical buildings, including homes, shops, and workshops, and offers a range of activities and exhibits for visitors of all ages, with free admission for children under 18

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Denmark fairytale at Den Gamle By

This family's experience:

Activities: We spent the day exploring this open-air museum, which is a reconstruction of a 19th-century Danish town

Highlights: The kids loved running around and exploring the old houses and shops, while we enjoyed the historical atmosphere and the attention to detail ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Den Gamle By, an open-air museum with historic buildings and costumed interpreters

Highlights: We enjoyed the historic setting and the opportunity to explore the past ✨