Tarup Center
Everyday Odense under one roof: a compact, light-rail-connected mall for easy groceries, casual shopping and relaxed family time in the Tarup district.
Tarup Center is a convenient, medium-sized shopping mall in the northwestern part of Odense, Denmark, bringing together around 40–50 shops, supermarkets, cafés, and everyday services under one roof. With free parking, direct light-rail access and a compact, easy-to-navigate layout, it is designed for effortless daily errands as much as relaxed browsing. Seasonal decorations, family-friendly facilities and casual eateries make it a practical stop for locals and a straightforward retail hub for visitors exploring Odense beyond the city centre.
A brief summary to Tarup Center
- Rugvang 36, Odense NV, Odense NV, 5210, DK
- +4596132109
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 3 hours
- Free
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-7 pm
- Friday 10 am-7 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Plan errands around weekday late openings on Thursdays and Fridays, when many stores stay open an extra hour and the centre feels livelier after work.
- Use the Odense light rail terminus beside the mall for an easy, car-free trip from the city centre, especially on busy Saturdays when the free parking fills up.
- If you are visiting with children, look out for baby-changing areas and small play corners, which make longer shopping rounds more manageable.
- Combine a grocery run with a relaxed coffee or simple lunch at one of the cafés so you can sort your shopping list without feeling rushed.
- Check seasonal decorations and temporary stands during holidays; they often bring extra colour, treats and small gift ideas to the main corridors.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Drinking Water
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
Tarup Center location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
Discover more about Tarup Center
A neighbourhood hub in northwest Odense
Tarup Center is a compact, covered shopping mall in the Tarup district of northwest Odense, a short ride from the historic city centre. Purpose-built as a local commercial hub rather than a showpiece destination, it focuses on everyday convenience: groceries, fashion basics, homeware, services and relaxed food options all bundled into a single, easy stop. Wide internal walkways, clear signage and a manageable footprint make it simple to orient yourself, even on a first visit. The complex sits slightly set back from surrounding roads, with entrances opening onto broad forecourts and surface parking. Its low-rise profile, functional architecture and glass-fronted facades give it the look of a modern, practical retail centre rather than an ornate gallery. Once inside, the atmosphere shifts from the busy ring roads to a calmer, climate-controlled interior where the pace feels unhurried.Shops, services and everyday essentials
Inside Tarup Center you find a mix of national chains and smaller local businesses covering most daily needs. Supermarket-style grocery stores anchor the mall, complemented by bakeries, a pharmacy and personal-care outlets that make it possible to restock the basics in one go. Clothing and shoe shops provide wardrobe staples for adults and children, while specialty stores sell electronics, gifts, décor and home goods. The centre also folds in practical services that turn it into a one-stop errand run. Opticians, hairdressers, banks or ATMs, mobile phone retailers and repair points can be found among the retail units, keeping queues and distances short. For travellers using Odense as a base, this makes Tarup Center a straightforward place to pick up forgotten items, replace travel gear or stock up on snacks between excursions.Relaxed eating and family-friendly touches
Tarup Center’s food offerings lean towards informal, everyday dining. Cafés with big windows and open seating spill out into the main corridors, serving coffee, pastries and light lunches throughout the day. Fast-casual spots provide sandwiches, burgers or international comfort dishes, catering to shoppers who want something quick and easy rather than a long sit-down meal. Families are clearly considered in the layout. There are designated baby-changing areas, step-free access and space for strollers, along with small play corners or soft areas where children can unwind between errands. Seasonal decorations, temporary stalls and occasional events add a bit of colour, particularly around holidays, giving the centre a local community feel as much as a functional retail role.Light rail connection and suburban setting
One of Tarup Center’s defining features is its connection to the Odense light rail, which terminates close to the mall’s entrance. The tram line links the district directly with central Odense and other key neighbourhoods, making the centre accessible without a car and integrating it into the wider urban network. For visitors staying near the city core, this offers a straightforward way to reach a less touristy side of town. Around the mall, the suburban environment is visible in low-rise housing, local schools and small green pockets. The shopping centre acts as a focal point for this part of Odense, where residents drop in for groceries, meet for coffee or use it as a sheltered gathering place in cooler months. This everyday, local character is part of its appeal: you experience a slice of ordinary Danish city life rather than a purpose-built visitor attraction.Practical comforts and seasonal atmosphere
Beyond its retail mix, Tarup Center is set up for practical comfort. There are hundreds of free parking spaces outside, and indoor seating areas where you can pause with a drink or reorganise shopping bags. Information points and simple wayfinding ensure that specific shops and amenities are easy to track down without long detours. The centre’s interior décor changes with the calendar, introducing festive lighting, themed displays or small installations during major holidays. While the building itself is modern and functional, these touches add warmth and colour, especially on dark winter days. Combined with weatherproof shopping and convenient services, Tarup Center works best as a stress-free errand base and a low-key stop for anyone wanting to see how Odense shops and socialises away from its historic streets.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
TheDoorOdense
0.3 km
Experience innovative architecture and 600 years of seafaring history at the award-winning M/S Maritime Museum, nestled below Helsingør’s iconic waterfront.
EM-statue-1992 (Richard Møller Nielsen)
1.6 km
Small in size but huge in symbolism, this Odense statue honours the local coach who led Denmark to its unforgettable Euro 1992 triumph.
Kirsebærtræer, Ny Kongevej
1.8 km
Odense's longest cherry blossom avenue, where community passion transforms a neighborhood street into springtime magic.
Skyggen, rejseskammeraten og improvisatoren
3.2 km
A towering, threefold portrait of Hans Christian Andersen that greets you outside Odense Station with colour, symbolism and quietly dramatic storytelling.
Odense St.
3.2 km
Central rail and bus hub of Funen, Odense Station links Denmark’s mainlines with the city’s historic heart, light rail and cultural sights in one integrated complex.
visit
3.2 km
Experience Odense's premier cocktail bar, Visit, where classic and innovative drinks meet in a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Oceania
3.4 km
A bold, reclining bronze goddess that provokes, delights, and defines Odense's artistic identity.
Papirbåden | H.C. Andersen
3.6 km
A delicate paper boat turned gleaming sculpture, Papirbåden floats on Odense’s Fairytale Garden lake, quietly celebrating H.C. Andersen’s “Steadfast Tin Soldier.”
Det gamle vandtårn
5.5 km
A striking red-brick monument to Odense's industrial heritage and early 20th-century urban modernization.
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7.1 km
An immersive, architecturally acclaimed underground museum in Helsingør, bringing Denmark’s rich maritime history to life beside the legendary Kronborg Castle.
Sortehusene
7.7 km
Historic black houses preserving working-class resilience on Odense's waterfront.
The Glavendrup Stone
11.5 km
Denmark's longest runic inscription, carved with divine invocation and protective curse.
Sanderumgaard v/Erik Vind
13.8 km
Discover Sanderumgaard, Funen’s enchanting Romantic-era landscape park: a blend of historic estate, poetic gardens, and serene lakes just beyond Odense.
Rolfshøj
16.6 km
A quiet Neolithic long barrow in the fields near Ferritslev Fyn, where a simple stone chamber and grassy mound bring Funen’s prehistoric past close at hand.
Enebærodde
18.2 km
A pristine coastal peninsula where Denmark's largest heath meets the fjord—nature in its purest form.
Unmissable attractions to see
Richard Møller Nielsens Plads
1.7 km
A modest suburban square in Odense V that quietly honours Denmark’s Euro 1992 coach beside the city’s main football stadium complex.
Bolbro vartegn
1.8 km
A slender steel silhouette on Bolbro Bakke, Bolbro Vartegn keeps the memory of Odense’s lost Odinstårnet alive as a compact, contemporary neighborhood landmark.
Jernalderlandsbyen Odins Odense
2.1 km
Step into a living Iron Age settlement on Odense’s edge, where reconstructed longhouses, hands‑on activities and gentle countryside turn history into an immersive day out.
Kvægtorvet
2.4 km
A former cattle market turned national broadcast hub, Kvægtorvet quietly links Odense’s industrial past with Denmark’s modern media present.
North Atlantic House
2.6 km
A waterfront cultural village in Odense Harbour, where striking Nordic architecture, North Atlantic art, storytelling and cuisine meet beside the water’s edge.
Promenaden Treppe
2.7 km
A simple waterside staircase where Odense’s fjord path dips towards the water, inviting you to sit, slow down, and soak in big skies and quiet coastal scenery.
Odense Havnebad
2.7 km
Ship-shaped, free-to-use and open year-round, Odense Havnebad brings outdoor swimming, sauna warmth and harbour views together in the heart of urban Odense.
H. C. Andersen skulptur i havnen
2.8 km
A half-submerged Hans Christian Andersen rises from Odense Harbour, blending literary legend, protest art and waterfront atmosphere in one striking sculpture.
Street Art - Odense Havn
2.8 km
Colossal black‑and‑white animals climb old grain silos at Odense Harbour, turning raw industrial concrete into a striking, free open‑air artwork by the water.
Hermes (gud for handlende) vandskulptur
2.8 km
A monumental Hermes of granite and water marks the gateway to Odense’s main shopping street, weaving myth, Viking history and urban everyday life into one sculpture.
The City's Bridge
2.9 km
Stunning coastal headland at Funen’s northern tip, offering wild landscapes, panoramic sea views, rare birdlife, and serene walking trails in a pristine Danish nature reserve.
Brandts Klædefabrik - byen i byen
3.0 km
A historic woollen mill turned vibrant cultural quarter, where art, film, shopping and café life fill atmospheric brick courtyards in the heart of Odense.
Brandts
3.0 km
Funen’s flagship art museum in a historic woollen mill complex, blending Danish masterpieces, contemporary exhibitions, family-friendly creativity and café life on Amphi Square.
Gerthasminde
3.1 km
A hidden royal villa set amidst the enchanting palace gardens of Marselisborg in Aarhus, where Danish history and tranquil beauty harmoniously meet.
Danmarks Jernbanemuseum
3.1 km
Explore Denmark's railway heritage aboard historic locomotives and vintage carriages in an authentic 1954 depot.
Essential places to dine
Pinsame Odense ApS
1.9 km
Roman-style pinsa in an unfussy Odense neighborhood setting, serving long-fermented, crisp-yet-airy bases with both classic and creative toppings for dine-in or takeaway.
Restaurant Næsbyhoved Skov
2.4 km
Woodland restaurant by Odense Harbour, pairing classic Danish cuisine and seasonal menus with leafy views, bright banquet rooms and easy access to forest paths.
Restaurant Nordatlanten ApS
2.6 km
Refined North Atlantic cuisine and harbour views meet under one roof at Odense’s Nordatlantisk Hus, where seasonal ingredients and Nordic design shape a memorable meal.
I Pupi Siciliani
2.9 km
Intimate Sicilian restaurant in central Odense, serving seasonal tasting menus, handmade pasta and robust southern Italian flavours in a warm, candlelit setting.
GOMA
2.9 km
Refined omakase-inspired Japanese dining in the heart of Odense, blending Nordic ingredients, meticulous sushi and crafted drinks in an intimate urban setting.
Restaurant Flammen - Odense
2.9 km
Big-flavour grill buffet, glowing open kitchen and family-friendly feasts in the heart of Odense’s bustling Kongensgade.
Restaurant HOS
2.9 km
Intimate Nordic dining in central Odense, serving elevated smørrebrød by day and seasonal set menus by night in a calm, minimalist setting on lively Kongensgade.
Den Lille Kabys
2.9 km
Hearty Danish comfort food in a former harbour weighing station, serving generous weekday lunches steps from the water at Odense Havn.
Bone's Odense
2.9 km
Family-friendly American barbecue in the heart of Odense, with saloon-style interiors, slow-cooked ribs, salad and soft-ice bar, and space for relaxed group dinners.
KÖZ Resturant
3.0 km
Authentic Turkish grilling and traditional cuisine in Odense's vibrant city center.
Restaurant Værdsat
3.0 km
Informal Scandinavian gourmet in central Odense, where seasonal Funen produce, playful menus and a warm neighborhood atmosphere meet from lunch until late.
Eydes Gastro Pub
3.1 km
All-day brunch, hearty pub dishes and a full bar in a cosy, central Odense gastro pub with both snug corners and lively street-side seating.
Mitchell's Odense
3.1 km
Denmark's only British gastro pub, serving authentic carvery and craft beverages in warm, family-friendly surroundings.
Pasfall
3.1 km
Refined French-inspired fine dining in Odense’s atmospheric Brandts Passage, where seasonal Nordic ingredients, precise cooking and relaxed elegance turn meals into occasions.
Kong Volmer Odense
3.1 km
Authentic Danish smørrebrød and lunch tradition in Odense's cultural heart.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Tarup Center
0.0 km
Everyday Odense under one roof: a compact, light-rail-connected mall for easy groceries, casual shopping and relaxed family time in the Tarup district.
Butik Nordatlanten i Odense
2.6 km
Small but beautifully curated harbour shop in Nordatlantisk Hus, showcasing design, crafts and delicacies from Greenland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands.
Cadenhead's Whisky Shop, Denmark
2.8 km
A spacious, lounge‑like whisky specialist in central Odense, pairing rare independent bottlings with relaxed tastings and knowledgeable, down‑to‑earth guidance.
Faraos Cigarer
3.1 km
A vast 600 m² universe of comics, games, miniatures and cosplay, Faraos Cigarer Odense is the city’s colourful hub for Nordic geek culture and tabletop fun.
Tryde Andrés - Wunderwear - Odense C
3.1 km
Intimate Danish lingerie and swimwear boutique on Odense’s main shopping street, blending heritage, personal fittings and understated Scandinavian style.
Underground
3.2 km
Curated streetwear and sneakers with urban culture vibes in central Odense.
ButikZoom
3.2 km
Industrial-chic furniture and décor in a former Odense industrial setting, blending raw materials, moody lighting and Nordic restraint into a compact design showcase.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen
3.3 km
A colourful, budget-friendly design playground in central Odense, packed with quirky gifts, stationery, toys and home essentials for spontaneous, feel-good browsing.
Bog & idé - Odense C
3.3 km
Odense's premier destination for books, games, stationery, and creative supplies in the city centre.
Friluftsland
3.3 km
Compact outdoor specialist shop in central Odense, offering quality gear, expert advice and hands-on testing for everything from city showers to Nordic trekking.
Hunkemöller Danmark A/S
3.3 km
Central Odense lingerie and swimwear boutique offering feminine designs, expert bra fitting help and relaxed browsing right on the city’s main shopping street.
Rezet Sneaker Store Odense
3.4 km
Scandinavian-style sneaker boutique in central Odense, blending clean design, curated streetwear and sought-after footwear drops on lively Vestergade.
SEPHORA MAGASIN ODENSE
3.4 km
A sleek, centrally located beauty hub inside Magasin, where international makeup, skincare and fragrance meet Odense’s city-center shopping life.
Living Nice / Café Kleist
3.4 km
Stylish hybrid café and design store in Odense’s Odeons Kvarter, where Scandinavian interiors meet French–Italian café indulgence in a relaxed, home-like setting.
Dr. Adams
3.4 km
Curated Scandinavian fashion boutique celebrating independent style since 1994.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Bar Rar Ltd.
2.8 km
Intimate, candlelit cocktail bar in central Odense, pairing Nordic simplicity with carefully crafted drinks and a relaxed, late-night neighbourhood vibe.
Pianobar odense
2.9 km
Lively late-night piano bar in the heart of Odense C, mixing sing-along classics, casual drinks and a compact, buzzing atmosphere on Kongensgade.
Viggos
3.0 km
Lively, wallet-friendly brown bar in central Odense, pouring cold draft beer, simple pub food and long, sociable nights for students, locals and night owls.
Pub 47 - Bills Pub
3.0 km
Smoky, old-school Danish pub energy in the heart of Odense’s main shopping street, with cheap beers, loud nights and a lived-in, brown-bar charm.
The Boat House
3.1 km
A cozy, spirits-focused bar in central Odense, famed for its extensive whisky shelves, creative cocktails and laid-back themed evenings in soft, lounge-like surroundings.
Heidi's Bier Bar Odense
3.1 km
Closed but not forgotten, this basement bar once turned central Odense into a roaring Alpine lodge of big steins, table dancing and unapologetic après-ski energy.
LA Tequila Bar Odense
3.2 km
Basement tequila shots, loud beats and a young crowd turn this Odense city‑centre bar into a compact late‑night party zone on weekend nights.
Christian Firtal
3.2 km
Odense's premier craft beer specialist with rotating taps and expert bartenders in a cozy pedestrian street setting.
Grand Bar & Lounge
3.2 km
Sophisticated cocktails and refined ambiance in a historic 1897 building at the heart of Odense.
The Old Irish Pub
3.2 km
Odense's multi-level music venue where Irish tradition meets electronic beats across three unforgettable floors.
Den Røde Bar
3.2 km
A cozy, crimson-toned bar inside Teater Momentum, serving relaxed drinks, local Arnbitter cocktails and cultural vibes in the heart of Odense’s creative scene.
Proud Mary Odense
3.3 km
Big, boisterous and central, Proud Mary Pub Odense turns a former arcade into a vast English-style party pub with sports screens, cocktails and dancing till late.
James Dean Bar
3.3 km
Retro 1950s vibes and karaoke nights in the heart of Odense's nightlife scene.
Tingstedet
3.3 km
Smoky, lively and unapologetically brown, Tingstedet is Odense’s cellar bar where cheap beers, close tables and local stories fuel long, unpretentious nights.
Bootleggers Craft Beer Bar - Odense C
3.3 km
Urban craft beer sanctuary on Odense’s Gråbrødre Plads, pouring rotating specialty brews, free popcorn and laid-back good times from afternoon until late night.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Casual
- Fun-filled
- Lively
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Modern
- Landmarks
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Low Impact
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Photowalk
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Wheelchair Access
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly