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Skriðuklaustur, Centre of culture & history
East Iceland
Skriðuklaustur is the former home of the famous author Gunnar Gunnarsson (1889-1975). Since 2000 it has been open as a centre of culture & history with various activities and exhibitions. It houses a museum about the author with personal gu
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The Leif Eiriksson Center
West Iceland
The Leif Eiriksson center is an exciting destination for all ages, where stories of the voyages of Erik the Red and his son Leif the Lucky (also called Leifur Eiríksson), discovering parts of Greenland, Canada and the US, are presented in a
VestfjarðaleiðinExhibitions & Gallery+5
Sólheimar History Museum
South Iceland
Sólheima history museum was offically opened in the fall of 2022 in the oldest house of Sólheimar. It‘s been renovated to its original look and there you can read loads of information about the history of Sólheimar and its founder Sesselja
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The Herring Era Museum
North Iceland
The Herring Era Museum is Iceland’s largest maritime and industrial museum, where visitors have the opportunity to get to know the herring fishery and processing industry that underpinned Iceland’s economy for much of the twentieth century.
MuseumsExhibitions & Gallery+2
Storyteller in Snæfellsnes
West Iceland
Dagbjört Dúna Rúnarsdóttir is a storyteller and greets guests who want to learn about the mysteries of Snæfellsness Peninsula. Dagbjört has specialized in stories and tales related to Snæfellsnes, true history, trolls, elves, mythology and
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Arbaer Open air Museum
Capital Area
Árbær was an established farm well into the 20th century, and the museum opened there in 1957. Árbær is now an open air museum with more than 20 buildings which form a town square, a village and a farm. Most of the buildings have been reloc
Exhibitions & GalleryMuseums+1
Eiríksstadir - Living Museum
West Iceland
Come and join us in the 10th century. Let's sit by the fire and meet storytellers, telling renowned tales of the 10th century Iceland. You can try real Viking tools and get to know the craftsmanship, architecture, and Viking clothing, all m
VestfjarðaleiðinCultural Centres+2
Norwegian House - Regional Muesum
West Iceland
Norwegian house: The regional museum of Snæfellsnes The Norwegian house, built in 1832, was the first wood-frame residence with two full-sized storeys in Iceland. The wood was imported from Norway hence the name. It was the home of Árni Ó.
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1238: The Battle of Iceland
North Iceland
The exhibition, 1238 : The Battle of Iceland, revolves around the most famous part of the Icelandic Sagas - Sturlung Era (1220 - 1264); the bloodiest and most violent era in Icelandic history. Sturlunga is recreated with interactive technol
Arctic Coast WayExhibitions & Gallery+1
Hofsstaðir Historic Park
Capital Area
An impressive Viking-age longhouse stood at Hofsstaðir from the Settlement period (AD 870-930) until the twelfth century. This historic park aims to give an impression of Hofsstaðir at the time of settlement: turf walls show the outer limit
Exhibitions & GallerySaga & Heritage
Stranda Church
South Iceland
Ca. 15 minutes drive eastwards from Krysuvik, by the sea is the old church Strandakirkja in Selvogur. The sea waves there are breathtaking. This area offers some of the most awe-inspiring breaker waves that you are likely to see. The church
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Akureyri Museum
North Iceland
In the oldest part of Akureyri (known as the Inner town), stands the Akureyri Museum . Here we find many interesting and well set up exhibitions, which we have no hesitation in recommending for adults and children alike. Those with a thirst
MuseumsExhibitions & Gallery+2
Hidden Worlds Walking Tours
Capital Area
Hafnarfjördur is renowned for having one of Iceland's largest colonies of elves, dwarves and other spiritual beings, which (translating from the Icelandic) are collectively called "Hidden Folk". Centuries-old folklore says that whole famili
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Westfjords Heritage Museum
The Westfjords
In most travel books referred to as the Maritime Museum. Fisheries have always been the most important economic activity in the Westfjords, and the museum gives a unique insight into the rich maritime history and culture of the area. Open:
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Skalholt Cathedral
South Iceland
Skálholt is one of Iceland's most historical places and the capital of Iceland for over 700 years. It was the scene of the most dramatic events which shaped the political, spiritual, and cultural life in Iceland. Skálholt Cathedral was buil
Cultural CentresExhibitions & Gallery+1
Fjorukrain - Viking Village
Capital Area
The Viking Village is personal family business in the restaurant and hotel business. It is located in Hafnarfjörður a lovely town by the sea and our facilities have ocean front views, delightful sunsets and often in the wintertime we see th
Saga & HeritagePubs & Clubs+1
Þórbergssetur
South Iceland
The Þórbergur Centre was established in memory of the famous Icelandic writer Þórbergur Þórðarsson (1888 – 1974), who was born in Hali in Suðursveit. The centre includes a heritage museum and unique exhibitions of the district Sudursveit an
Visitor CentresCultural Centres+4
Folk Museum in Garður
Reykjanes
The municipal museum in Garðskagi is located in a natural paradise, which blends the beauty of the landscape with its rich animal and birdlife. The museum was first opened in November 1995 in the old processing houses in Garður. The museum
Visitor CentresCultural Centres+4
The Settlement Center in Borgarnes
West Iceland
In two of Borgarnes's oldest buildings The Settlement Center is devoted to recreating Iceland's earliest days and introduces visitors to one of the best known heroes of the Icelandic Sagas, Egill Skalla-Grímsson. It also houses a cozy licen
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Skogar Museum
South Iceland
Skógar Museum was founded in 1949 and nowadays hosts a collection of more than 18,000 regional artifacts, exhibited in three different spaces. It is located 150 km east of Reykjavík, just off Ring Road 1, and 30 km west of Vík. The Museum w
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Reykjavík Maritime Museum
Capital Area
In an authentic atmosphere, the Museum opens the exiting world of Icelandic fisheries and costal culture Iceland´s past, present and future are intimately tied to seafaring. This activity defines the nation’s character, making it difficult
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Einar Jónsson Museum
Capital Area
Einar Jónsson (1874-1954) was Iceland´s first sculptor. When The Einar Jónsson Museum opened in 1923 it became the first public art museum in Iceland. The museum´s foundation can be traced back to 1909, when Einar gave his sculptures to the
Exhibitions & GalleryMuseums+1
Árnessýsla Heritage Museum in Eyrarbakki
South Iceland
The Merchants House in Eyrarbakki, was built in 1765. The House was for two centuries the home of merchants, and one of Iceland’s major centres of culture. Diverse cultural and artistic trends reached The House during the time when Eyrarbak
MuseumsSaga & Heritage
Mr.Iceland
South Iceland
Horseback ride and dinner with a Viking! Efri-Úlfsstaðir, our farm, is located right in the center of our greatest Saga: BrennuNjáls Saga. Arriving at our farm, you will be a part of our history, and you should also feel part of it. When we
Day ToursHorse Activities+6
Ólafsdalur í Gilsfirði
West Iceland
Ólafsdalur by Gilsfjörður, history of 1000 years Ólafsdalur is a small valley, surrounded by high mountains, where the first acriculture school in Iceland was established in 1880. The beautiful school-building is from 1896. Remains of many
Hiking Tours - HikingExhibitions & Gallery+2
Caves of Hella
South Iceland
Twelve man-made caves have been discovered on the land of Ægissíða by Hella on the South Coast of Iceland. Four of them have been open to the public. The historical site is Iceland's oldest still standing archaeological remains. Some believ
Day ToursCave Exploring+5
Hornafjörður Cultural Center
South Iceland
The cultural center has six museums as well as a research department that operates across the units. The museums are regional, maritime, natural history, art, book, district archives, natural history, and maritime museums. Exhibitions organ
Cultural CentresMuseums+1
The National Museum of Iceland
Capital Area
The museum offers a variety of fascinating exhibitions and one permanent display illustrating lavishly the story of Iceland’s past, from the medieval days of Viking settlements to current contemporary culture. The main exhibition has over 2
Exhibitions & GalleryMuseums+1
Visit vikings, The Commonwealth farm
South Iceland
The Commonwealth farm in Þjórsárdalur is one of Iceland's best kept secrets. The farmhouse, built on the site of one of the manor farms of the Age of Settlement, is constructed as experts thought it would have been. Visitors have the opport
Exhibitions & GalleryMuseums+1
Kakalaskáli
North Iceland
Only 5 minutes drive from the ring road. History and Art Exhibition about the turmoils of 13th century Iceland: The exhibition gives insight into the tumultuous 13th century Iceland, focusing on the story of the Sturlungar clan chieftain Th
Crafts & DesignCultural Centres+2
Husavik Museum - Safnahúsið
North Iceland
The Husavik Museum celebrates the vibrant and progressive history of the Þingeyjar Counties and is run by the District Cultural Center. The permanent exhibition “Daily Life and Nature” examines a century in the history of people whose relat
MuseumsExhibitions & Gallery+4
Eldheimar
South Iceland
The exhibition focuses on the 1973 volcanic eruption in Vestmannaeyjar, without a doubt one of Iceland´s biggest natural disaster. Visitors get a glimpse into peoples lives on Heimaey before the eruption that would change their lives foreve
MuseumsExhibitions & Gallery+1
Keldur, Rangárvellir
South Iceland
Want to travel back in time? At Keldur you can experience how Icelanders lived in the past. The old turf farm at Keldur is the oldest existing farmhouse in Iceland. It stands as a testament to the past, being the sole remaining farmhouse o
Exhibitions & GalleryMuseums+1
The Museum of Prophecies
North Iceland
The Museum of Prophecies Exhibition, storytelling and fortune telling. The exhibition focuses on Þórdís the fortune-teller, the first named inhabitant of Skagaströnd, who lived there in the late 10th century. A painted tapestry tells the st
Arctic Coast WayExhibitions & Gallery+2
The Old bookstore Flateyri
The Westfjords
The Old Bookstore in Flateyri is the oldest original store in Iceland, fourth generation family business since 1914. In this uniq store you will find all of the best products and books from the Westfjords, combined with high quality product
Crafts & DesignCultural Centres+4
Saga Museum
Capital Area
From the time of the earliest settlers, history is brought to life in a unique and exciting way. The Saga Museum intimately recreates key moments in Icelandic history, moments that have determined the fate of our people and which gives a co
Exhibitions & GalleryMuseums+1
The Settlement Exhibition
Capital Area
In 2001 archaeological remains were excavated in Aðalstræti, which turned out to be the oldest relics of human habitation in Reykjavík. A wall fragment was found dating before 871 AD. During the excavation a hall or a longhouse was found as
Exhibitions & GallerySaga & Heritage
Viking World
Reykjanes
Vikingaheimar is the home of the Viking Ship Íslendingur (the Icelander). Built in 1996, Icelander is an exact replica of the famous Gokstad ship, a remarkable archaeological find of an almost completely intact Viking ship, excavated in Nor
Team Building and Incentive toursCrafts & Design+6
Stave Church Westman Islands
South Iceland
The first church in Vestmannaeyjar was built shortly before the year 1000 by the envoys of King Ólafur Tryggvason of Norway, Hjalti Skeggjason and Gissur Hvíti, on their way to parliament to Christianize the Icelanders. To mark the 1000th a
Saga & Heritage
Mink Viking Portrait
Capital Area
Mink viking portrait studio specializes in the art of turning mere mortals into fierce vikings. Mink studios employs artisans and experts in the ways of the vikings and the norse tradition.
Crafts & DesignSaga & Heritage
Langanesferðir
North Iceland
LANGANESFERÐIR We make a visit to Langanes peninsula memorable with our private Land rover tours. A tour for minimum 2 and maximum 6 persons, a unique and exciting experience with our great value one-on-one private tour service. Langanes is
Day ToursBird Watching+2
Trollpark in Fossatún
West Iceland
Fossatún Location Fossatún is located in mid-Borgarfjördur 90 km. from Reykjavík by road nr. 50. The Fossatún restaurant is situated by Troll Falls a beautiful cascade of small waterfalls in Grímsá, one of Iceland’s premier salmon rivers.
Family & Fun ParksSaga & Heritage
The Arctic Fox Center
The Westfjords
The Arctic Fox Centre is a non-profit research and exhibition center, focusing on the arctic fox ( Vulpes lagopus ) - the only native terrestrial mammal in Iceland. The Arctic Fox Centre was established on September 15th 2007 in Sudavik Wes
VestfjarðaleiðinCultural Centres+4
Þingeyrar church
North Iceland
Þingeyrakirkja church is in my opinion one of the most beautiful churches in Iceland. It is located at Þingeyrar in North-Iceland by Húnafjörður bay. Þingeyrakirkja church was consecrated in 1877 and is one of Iceland´s few stone churches.
Exhibitions & GalleryMuseums+1
Katla Visitor Centre
South Iceland
In the old heart of Vík, you will find the historical Brydebúð building, housing the Katla Visitor Centre. Encounter the geology of the Katla UNESCO Global Geopark in the Katla exhibition. Feel the various textures of local minerals, inclu
Visitor CentresCultural Centres+3
Icelandic Horse Farm Lýtingsstaðir
North Iceland
Horseback riding Our peaceful farm Lýtingsstaðir is situated in the North of Iceland in Skagafjörður, only 20 km away from road#1. We offer horseback riding tours (beginner and experienced level) on beautiful trails, in small groups, and aw
Mini-Zoo & Open farmHorse Activities+5
Kómedíuleikhúsið / The Comedytheatre
The Westfjords
The Comedytheatre is the first and only professional theatre in the Westfjords, founded in 1997. The theatre has hosted 45 plays, which usually reflect the history of the Westfjords in one way or another. The Comedytheatre has focused on so
Day ToursVestfjarðaleiðin+4
Ísafjörður Guide - Helga Ingeborg Hausner
The Westfjords
Ísafjörður Guide – For Unforgettable Experiences City Walks - Shore Excursions - Nature Walks - Private Tours Local guides and small groups Immerse yourself in the rich history of Ísafjörður with Ísafjörður Guide, a family-run company off
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