Things to do in Northern Iceland

Activities, attractions and tours

Godafoss featuring mist or fog and a waterfall
Akureyri featuring modern architecture and interior views
Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral
Namafjall
Myvatn Nature Baths showing a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort
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Mývatn: Myvatn Nature Baths Admission Ticket

Mývatn: Myvatn Nature Baths Admission Ticket

8.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 251 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Traditional Oak Ship Whale Watching Tour From Husavik

Traditional Oak Ship Whale Watching Tour From Husavik

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 421 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn

From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 541 per adult
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History & culture

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Forest Lagoon and Northern Lights Guided Night Tour

Forest Lagoon and Northern Lights Guided Night Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 942 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Húsavík: Traditional Whale Watching by Local Family Company

Húsavík: Traditional Whale Watching by Local Family Company

Activity duration is 3 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 411 per adult
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What to do in Northern Iceland

Areas of Northern Iceland

Akureyri showing general coastal views, a bay or harbor and boating

Akureyri City Center

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Akureyri City Center and surrounding area, you can visit Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon.

Akureyri City Center
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Oddeyrin

While there might not be top attractions in Oddeyrin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon.

Oddeyrin
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Giljahverfi

While there might not be top attractions in Giljahverfi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Mud Pots.

Giljahverfi
Husavik

Husavik

Hofsos

Hofsos