For more living history visitors can step back to the early 1900’s with a visit to one of Denmark’s 5 star attractions, Den Gamle By, The Old Town. This stunning collection of authentic Danish buildings was originally started in 1914 and now comprises 75 buildings, which have been brought from all over the country, and are complemented by staff dressed in traditional costumes. Visitors of all ages can get a genuine insight into the workings of a Danish market town by wandering through the various houses, gardens, shops and workshops with the opportunity to buy bread from the traditional baker’s shop and look for authentic antiques in the old antique shop. The children’s museum is also a treasure trove of fascinating toys and it’s possible to watch the restoration work that continues to preserve these ancient buildings. There are also plans to add a collection of buildings from the 1970’s which is due to open in 2010.

One of the few women’s museums can also be found in centre of Aarhus and a visit to this fascinating exhibition reveals the world through Women’s eyes and focuses on how women’s lives and work has changed and what they have accomplished in the past 200 years.

No weekend away is complete without some good shopping and there is plenty to buy in the shops along the picturesque cobbled streets of the Latin Quarter where numerous small specialist shops sell anything from contemporary designs to street fashion and retro chic. Alternatively, meander along newly-renovated pedestrianised high street "Strøget" that stretches from the railway station to the Cathedral.

Wanting a rest from sightseeing and shopping? The trendy redeveloped area, along the canal flowing through the city centre, is the place to go. With plenty of restaurants and bars offering waterfront outside seating, locals and visitors alike can easily spend a few hours each day savouring delicious local cuisine whilst watching the world drift by.

Whilst most sights are easily explored on foot, more cycle-minded visitors may want to try one of the 400 free citybikes and take advantage of Aarhus’s relatively flat and spacious surroundings. Following the cycle routes its easy to reach the outskirts of the city where Brabrand Lake, Marselisborg Woods and Ballehage Beach provide a pleasant contrast to the city.

Turning up the volume on your time away, Aarhus hosts The Spot Festival from 21 - 23 May 2009. With over 100 up-and-coming bands from all over Scandinavia participating in a weekend of rock, pop and metal. Alternatively in August/September, check out one of the biggest cultural events in Scandinavia: The famous Aarhus Festival. During a 10-day period from 28 August, the city turns into a stage for music, dance, theatre, and exhibitions. The theme for this year’s festival is ‘Open City’ and a full programme will be available online as of late June.