Akureyri City Center

Akureyri

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Akureyri which includes a small town or village and mist or fog
Akureyri featuring general coastal views and modern architecture
Akureyri featuring street scenes and a small town or village

Popular places to visit

Akureyri showing street scenes and modern architecture

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall

Whether you are attending a conference or want to be entertained by music, theater or art, this waterfront building has it covered.

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral

Akureyri Church

Marvel at the stained-glass panel and the huge pipe organ that are among the treasures of this modern church that towers over the city.

Akureyri Church
Akureyri Botanical Garden

Akureyri Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Akureyri Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Akureyri Botanical Garden

Centre for Visual Arts

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Centre for Visual Arts during your trip to Akureyri. Discover the northern lights views in this walkable area or seek out the horse riding.

Centre for Visual Arts

Forest Lagoon

You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern lights views and shops.

Forest Lagoon

University of Akureyri

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Akureyri during your trip to Akureyri. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

University of Akureyri

Things to do

Godafoss Waterfall

Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House

RM520
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House
Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

RM424
per adult
Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri
Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

RM770
per adult
Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat
We climb the Crater Mt. Hverfjall

Dettifoss and Goðafoss Waterfall Small Group from Akureyri Port

RM967
per adult
Dettifoss and Goðafoss Waterfall Small Group from Akureyri Port
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

RM461
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri
Godafoss waterfall

Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

RM843
per adult
Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
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Top hotels in Akureyri City Center

Centrum Hotel

Centrum Hotel

3 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 102, Akureyri, Northeast Region
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (443 reviews)
"Nice stay. Cute bar area and restaurant was convenient."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

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Hotel Kea by Keahotels

Hotel Kea by Keahotels

4 out of 5
Hafnarstraeti 87-89, Akureyri
The price is RM878 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
RM878
RM1,002 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (937 reviews)
"Very nice and convenient location"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hotel Kea by Keahotels
K16 apartments

K16 apartments

3.5 out of 5
Kaupvangstræti 16, Akureyri
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (535 reviews)
"Very nice place with free parking. Has everything you need including a laundry room with free washer/dryer"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Hafnarstræti Hostel

Hafnarstræti Hostel

2 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 99-101, Akureyri
Stay at this hostel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
"Staying in a pod was such a unique experience. Pod walls are not soundproof, but cozy and have a TV for an ultimate movie watching experience. The full kitchen was super convenient and common areas and bathrooms were kept very clean. Parking in P1 and P2 is paid during the day and free past 4pm, ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

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Hafnarstræti Hostel
Hotel Norðurland

Hotel Norðurland

3 out of 5
Geislagata 7, Akureyri
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (280 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! The hotel its self is so cozy and the drive is definitely worth it. There is also a waterfall you can hike to from the hotel"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

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Lava Apartments

Lava Apartments

3 out of 5
Glerárgata 3b, Akureyri
The price is RM729 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
RM729
RM837 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (481 reviews)
"Super clean, compact, and in a very convenient location."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around 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 Church and Akureyri Botanical Garden.

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 Akureyri Church.

Giljahverfi

Akureyri City Center