Activities and Attractions Near Comwell in Aalborg

Sights and Attractions Near the Hotel

Utzon Center
The Utzon Center is an architectural gem located on the waterfront in Aalborg. The building was designed by the famous architect Jørn Utzon (and his son Kim Utzon), who was also behind the world-famous Sydney Opera House. The museum exhibits design, architecture and art, and was designed by Jørn Utzon and his son Kim Utzon. It offers both children and adults the chance to feel, sense and touch architecture.

KUNSTEN
KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg is among Denmark’s largest museums with a large collection of modern and contemporary art and several special exhibitions each year. The museum has an impressive collection of Danish and international artists and a special focus on experimental art. KUNSTEN also hosts concerts and events aimed at children and young people.

Aalborg Zoo
No two days are the same at Aalborg Zoo. Our green oasis in the middle of Aalborg is open all year round and offers priceless experiences regardless of the season. Animals have a magical attraction, and you can get up close to more than 100 exotic animal species at Aalborg Zoo.

Shopping
You’ll have plenty of opportunity to discover charming speciality shops in Aalborg city centre, which includes major department stores such as Salling and Magasin. If you enjoy exploring the high street, we recommend a stroll down Gravensgade, a cosy little pedestrian street packed with speciality shops with a focus on quality and beautiful design. Gravensgade is located just 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. 

Aalborg Tower
Aalborg Tower is a 55-metre-high tower built in 1933 for the Nordjysk Udstilling trade fair. The tower was designed by local architect Carlo Odgård and constructed at Aalborg Shipyard by Svend Rønnow, a civil engineer. The tower stands on a 50-metre high hill, so the top is 105 metres above the Limfjord. From April to September, you can access the tower and enjoy the view over most of the city, as well as over the Limfjord to Nørresundby. At the top of the tower is a restaurant that seats 50 people.

Fårup Sommerland (Fårup Summer Park)
Fårup Sommerland is an amusement park located in the middle of the forest in Fårup between Blokhus and Løkken in North Jutland. The amusement park has been voted one of the world's best amusement parks on multiple occasions and offers fun rides for all ages, as well as eateries and picnic areas where you can also grill your food.  

Musikkens Hus
Musikkens Hus is a venue in Aalborg that includes a concert hall and practice rooms for the Aalborg Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Academy of Music, in addition to classrooms for the Academy and Aalborg University's courses in musicology and music therapy. Musikkens Hus is located on Musikkens Plads (Music Square) by the Limfjord in the old port area near Nordkraft.

Vikingemuseet Lindholm Høje
The burial site at Lindholm Høje is one of Denmark's most beautiful ancient monuments from the Late Iron Age and Viking Age. It was in use during the period from around 400 to 1000 AD, and the many stone formations on the mound mark almost 700 cremation graves. At Lindholm Høje Museum, you can experience two major exhibitions – one about the life of the Vikings at Lindholm Høje and another about ancient times in the Limfjord area. The museum also has a well-stocked gift shop selling an array of products including copies of original Viking jewellery found at Lindholm Høje as well as woollen items, books and mead.

Nordsøen Oceanarium (The Northsea Oceanarium)
The North Sea Oceanarium in Hirtshals is one of Denmark's major tourist attractions and is Northern Europe's biggest aquarium. Go below the surface and enter into a world of wonderful and educational experiences. Meet the peculiar sunfish, see playful seals and discover an abundance of sea creatures – both indoors and outdoors.

Nature Experiences Near the Hotel

Nearest Beach
Enjoy a refreshing dip at Vestre Fjordpark, an open-air swimming pool close to Aalborg’s vibrant urban scene, and only 15 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Vestre Fjordpark is a wonderful recreational haven with a swimming park and an array of activities including beach volleyball, parkour, frisbee, running and walking routes and much more. If you would prefer to feel the sand between your toes, we can recommend Blokhus beach, approx. 40 minutes’ drive from the hotel – one of Northern Europe’s very best bathing beaches with the finest white sand and characteristic high dunes. It is pure Danish summer nostalgia. 

Nearest Ice Cream Bar
Is there anything better than ice cream on a hot summer’s day? The best ice cream can be found in the middle of the Boulevard at Pico Bello Geleteria, just 15 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Enjoy homemade Italian ice cream, choose from countless toppings or design your own ice lolly. We can also recommend a visit to Guf og Kugler on Slotsgade, 15 minutes’ walk from the hotel. You can sink your teeth into ice creams from a selection of Denmark’s best ice cream makers – with tons of toppings, naturally! 

Nearest Green Area and Picnic Spot
Just outside the door is Kildeparken, one of Aalborg's oldest parks. You can enjoy a walk or run here with a view of classic works by famous sculptors as well as an elegant fountain. If you’re looking for more of a true nature experience, we suggest heading to Mølleparken, approx. 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Mølleparken is a large park where you can enjoy beautiful views of Aalborg, Egholm, Limfjorden and Gjøl as you make your way along the marked trails. 

Nearest Picnic Spot
Our beautiful neighbour, Kildeparken, is an ideal setting for a picnic and we highly recommend that you savour a relaxing moment or two among the park’s old and abundant trees. Borrow a blanket and lie down on the grass, relax and enjoy the sounds and smells of summer. You can also enjoy Kildeparken from our large terrace that overlooks the park.

Nearest Golf Course
Aalborg Golf Club was founded in 1908, making it the country's second-oldest golf club. The course is located in beautiful, slightly hilly terrain close to the Limfjord. The club has hosted a number of championships over the years.