The little big city Aalborg

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Aalborg is the capital of North Jutland, and in a league of its own. A pocket-size city, with its own unique atmosphere and something for everyone. Museums, cultural monuments and historic buildings. World-class architecture, zoo, art and gastronomy in abundance. And that’s in addition to great shopping, cobbled, picturesque streets, the relaxing Fjordpark and an inviting, bustling harbour front.

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Top attractions in Aalborg

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Aalborg Zoo

Aalborg Zoo is open 363 days a year - and no two days are alike. With far more than 100 different exotic animal species, educational experiences can be found all year round.

Green Experience

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Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg

Kunsten is like a sculpture growing out of the greenery around it to create a beautiful frame for world-class art. Every year Kunsten welcomes countless guests to explore the collection of modern art.

Green Experience

Utzon Center

The Utzon Center in Aalborg is an experimental culture and knowledge center, where architecture, design, art and communication comes together. A magnificent experience for the whole family.

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Vestre Fjordpark

Vestre Fjordpark, re-opened in 2017 and has now transformed into a 165.000 square metre water park and activity centre, which can offer something for everyone who enjoys nature and water sport.

Street art in Aalborg

Discover the great street art in Aalborg.

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Aalborg Waterfront

In recent years, Aalborg’s Waterfront has been completely renovated. Now, a variety of gastronomic experiences and great architecture fills the city’s waterfront, which was once a busy industrial area.

Your local guide to Aalborg

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Jonas Jensen. Flower-Jonas and Aalborg native.

Jonas Jensen, better known as Flower-Jonas, spends his days crafting stunning bouquets at his shop, Jonas Jensen Flower Design. Jonas embodies glamour, often spotted around town dressed in sequins, feather boas, and glitter. He has handpicked five of his favorite spots in Aalborg, giving y...

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Samuel Kanu. Film photographer and Aalborg local

Samuel is part of the creative community at North Urban Art Studio. He is passionate about film, photography, culture, and everything in between. He draws inspiration from people, food, and the vibes of the city.

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Sigrid Ringström. Island kiosk nut and Egholm citizen

Sigrid is a church and cultural worker and a true islander from Egholm. Since 2020, Sigrid has also been the driving force behind the island kiosk located in the middle of Egholm. In the cozy roadside stall, passers-by can stock up on organic island products such as Skarø ice cream, refres...

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Henriette Svalgaard. Store owner and Aalborg local

Henriette is the store owner at Companys by Sirup - right in the middle of the shopping street. You can see it in her eyes. After many years in the industry, she knows what's trending and what will surely become your next wardrobe classic.

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William Kærup. Owner of Bread by Kaerup

William is a baker and the owner of Bread By Kærup. He always chooses the best quality ingredients and is passionate about exceptional flavors. You'll definitely experience that as soon as you open the door to his shop in Vestbyen.

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Line Nørskov Davenport. Exhibition Director and Aalborg local

Line is the Exhibition Director at Utzon Center. Her daily life is filled with communication and immersion. Her passion lies in architecture, aesthetics, and art. Line's curiosity doesn't pause even on the bike ride home.