Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Akureyri September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Akureyri Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri.dx302)[Hotels in Akureyri](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri-Hotels.d302.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Akureyri](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Akureyri.d302.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Akureyri Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Akureyri.d302.Car-Hire-Guide)[Akureyri Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri.d302.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Akureyri ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Akureyri Types of activities Where to stay [Akureyri travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri.dx302) ![Akureyri showing a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127933-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri featuring a bay or harbour and sailing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127920-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127918-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri featuring modern architecture and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127936-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri which includes general coastal views, a bay or harbour and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127919-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Akureyri Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Akureyri has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Akureyri, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Akureyri with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Akureyri Akureyri is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Akureyri, and make it a breeze to explore Akureyri and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Akureyri to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Akureyri, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Akureyri ### Tours & day trips [See all 59 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Godafoss Waterfall Shore Excursion From Akureyri Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49039630/163c6725-39e1-4a94-a042-9a390db02a76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Godafoss Waterfall Shore Excursion From Akureyri Port 2h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-day-tour-from-akureyri.a49039630.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46469929/e87cada9-f168-4f47-8fb5-58104f68fc65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House 4h 9.4/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-tour-in-christmas-house-gadafoss-and-laufas.a46469929.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48678315/6ecdcae2-d7f0-4259-91d9-ec6b634ea69e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships 2h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-godafoss-waterfall-circle-guided-tour.a48678315.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48291280/4e9714f4-edd8-488d-a4a2-aef3e8afefd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port 2h 30m 9.4/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-tour-from-akureyri-port.a48291280.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46244469/ec8ab071-407f-4ba2-956e-04888fe95810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port 6h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £127 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-myvatn-coach-tour-from-akureyri-port.a46244469.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47254841/c991f74f-36cd-4720-8693-1d5821b7c174.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port 2h 30m Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-from-akureyri-port.a47254841.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri ...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1574777/44ca921f-186a-4ba9-826a-55610e083551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri ... 6h 8.4/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £193 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-myvatn-day-tour-and-godafoss-waterfall-for-cruise-ships-from-akureyri-port.a1574777.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Akureyri: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48366493/4b23c268-2caa-4ee0-aec7-4b3b53bc8c1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour 6h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £126 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-lake-myvatn-and-godafoss-waterfall-landscapes-tour.a48366493.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![From Akureyri: Goðafoss Waterfall & Santa Claus House Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48015791/3ea9e7ea-619c-4570-b2f3-4df689476157.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri: Goðafoss Waterfall & Santa Claus House Tour 3h Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-akureyri-godafoss-waterfall-santa-claus-house-tour.a48015791.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Akureyri: Goðafoss, Laufas & The Christmas House Combo Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48348305/4549ebce-74b7-40d8-9b98-b61242ae16b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Goðafoss, Laufas & The Christmas House Combo Tour 4h Free cancellation available £87 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-godafoss-laufas-the-christmas-house-tour.a48348305.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 15 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Akureyri: Zipline Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47967812/69c34402-a14b-44c8-b252-589769f19aa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Zipline Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-zipline-tour.a47967812.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Diamond Circle Day Tour from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2282930/1ff9c2ef-ffe9-4c8f-b8a8-92a832819b4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Diamond Circle Day Tour from Akureyri 10h Free cancellation available £277 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/diamond-circle-day-tour-from-akureyri.a2282930.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47789023/a06ee99c-3cb6-4cc7-abc9-c9e5dcb2209d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn 6h Free cancellation available £99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-akureyri-hverir-and-lake-myvatn-geothermal-baths-tour.a47789023.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Lofthellir Ice Cave Super Jeep tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48929874/9f46ad10-1062-456c-8d11-74a9a5e341d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lofthellir Ice Cave Super Jeep tour 4h Free cancellation available £296 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lofthellir-ice-cave-super-jeep-tour.a48929874.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Private Tour Tailor Made Tour from Akureyri e.g Lake Myvatn, Godafoss, Dett...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45274705/b38b5253-7687-40bb-b151-0488506fd956.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour Tailor Made Tour from Akureyri e.g Lake Myvatn, Godafoss, Dett... 8h £1,652 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-tailor-made-tour-from-akureyri-e-g-lake-myvatn-godafoss-dettifoss.a45274705.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Private Tour in Northern Iceland from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1097205/0ffb37c1-d5fc-48ce-87fe-11cc4e45dce0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour in Northern Iceland from Akureyri 8h Free cancellation available £1,808 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4x4-private-tour-in-northern-iceland-from-akureyri.a1097205.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Akureyri: Northern Lights 4x4 Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48040512/850f34da-a657-4bb5-8060-649e9617b816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Northern Lights 4x4 Day Trip 3h Free cancellation available £209 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-northern-lights-4x4-day-trip-with-hot-chocolate.a48040512.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Arctic Fox Travel Dettifoss lake Mývatn winter private super jeep tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1209439/40891906-a455-4333-8a1d-3a04e92d8a28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arctic Fox Travel Dettifoss lake Mývatn winter private super jeep tour 9h Free cancellation available £956 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arctic-fox-travel-dettifoss-lake-myvatn-winter-private-super-jeep-tour.a1209439.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Private Super Jeep Tour: Diamond Circle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1209436/d6f57c2e-83c8-4bed-8ecb-3344476e5077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Super Jeep Tour: Diamond Circle 10h Free cancellation available £956 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-super-jeep-tour-diamond-circle.a1209436.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Kerlingarfjöll Highlands Day Tour in a 4X4 from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1097222/5cfdb072-b235-4ba9-8b96-33e990302ade.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kerlingarfjöll Highlands Day Tour in a 4X4 from Akureyri 12h Free cancellation available £387 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-tour-to-kerlingarfjoll-highlands-in-4x4-from-akureyri-max-6-in-jeep.a1097222.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ### Spa & wellness [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&filter.categories=SpaWellness) ![From Akureyri Port: Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47793006/00100146-9a0e-43b1-8186-125f96784f5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri Port: Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon Tour 5h 8/10 1 review Free cancellation available £156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-geothermal-baths-from-akureyri-port.a47793006.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47789023/a06ee99c-3cb6-4cc7-abc9-c9e5dcb2209d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn 6h Free cancellation available £99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-akureyri-hverir-and-lake-myvatn-geothermal-baths-tour.a47789023.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Akureyri: Day Trip to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn & Nature Baths](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44647067/d50476ce-c5e3-41c8-b376-4f8875b9b0df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Day Trip to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn & Nature Baths 7h 30m Free cancellation available £155 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-day-trip-to-godafoss-lake-myvatn-nature-baths.a44647067.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Lake Mývatn Classic Tour from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4762064/049738d3-6ba8-4424-9e52-edf12da463c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Mývatn Classic Tour from Akureyri 8h Free cancellation available £217 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-myvatn-classic-tour-from-akureyri.a4762064.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Whale Watching from City centre Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1173267/2855a497-b702-450e-88d8-8d94f38cbaa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching from City centre Akureyri 3h 8/10 1 review Free cancellation available £73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-city-centre-akureyri.a1173267.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1173286/66879b2f-a715-4c8a-8a0f-1c966b867592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat 2h Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/express-whale-watching-by-rib-boat-from-akureyri.a1173286.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1135687/f5c450dd-a316-4f65-8c48-0e10d5ec2c80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri 3h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-the-heart-of-akureyri.a1135687.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![RIB boat express: Whales, Eyjafjord and Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1135703/8094c31c-5668-4f28-8639-49a755b839c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### RIB boat express: Whales, Eyjafjord and Akureyri 2h Free cancellation available £139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whales-eyjafjordur-and-akureyri-by-rib.a1135703.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Akureyri: Hunt for the Northern Lights Photography Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44646937/6e069fa0-8893-4abe-8492-5ceb154f78b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Hunt for the Northern Lights Photography Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available £101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-hunt-for-the-northern-lights.a44646937.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![Family Rafting Day Trip from Hafgrímsstaðir: Grade 2 White Water Rafting on...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/672293/255e1fc0-259c-4581-a069-ac552a2dc95c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Family Rafting Day Trip from Hafgrímsstaðir: Grade 2 White Water Rafting on... 3h 30m Free cancellation available £130 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/family-rafting-day-trip-from-hafgrimsstadir-grade-2-white-water-rafting-on-the-west-glacial-river.a672293.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ![RIB boat express: Whales, Eyjafjord and Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1135703/8094c31c-5668-4f28-8639-49a755b839c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### RIB boat express: Whales, Eyjafjord and Akureyri 2h Free cancellation available £139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whales-eyjafjordur-and-akureyri-by-rib.a1135703.activity-details?&rid=302&location=Akureyri&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Akureyri | Number of things to do | 63 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Godafoss Waterfall Shore Excursion From Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-day-tour-from-akureyri.a49039630.activity-details): £48 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Godafoss Waterfall Shore Excursion From Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-day-tour-from-akureyri.a49039630.activity-details) - [Whale Watching from City centre Akureyri](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-city-centre-akureyri.a1173267.activity-details) - [Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-tour-in-christmas-house-gadafoss-and-laufas.a46469929.activity-details) - [From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-godafoss-waterfall-circle-guided-tour.a48678315.activity-details) - [Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-tour-from-akureyri-port.a48291280.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Godafoss Waterfall Shore Excursion From Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-day-tour-from-akureyri.a49039630.activity-details) - [Whale Watching from City centre Akureyri](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-city-centre-akureyri.a1173267.activity-details) - [From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-godafoss-waterfall-circle-guided-tour.a48678315.activity-details) - [Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-tour-from-akureyri-port.a48291280.activity-details) - [Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-from-akureyri-port.a47254841.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Whale Watching from City centre Akureyri](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-city-centre-akureyri.a1173267.activity-details) - [Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-tour-in-christmas-house-gadafoss-and-laufas.a46469929.activity-details) - [From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-godafoss-waterfall-circle-guided-tour.a48678315.activity-details) - [Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-tour-from-akureyri-port.a48291280.activity-details) - [Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-myvatn-coach-tour-from-akureyri-port.a46244469.activity-details) | ## What to do in Akureyri * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Akureyri showing modern architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128579-Hof-Cultural-And-Conference-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall 4/5(6 reviews) Whether you are attending a conference or want to be entertained by music, theater or art, this waterfront building has it covered. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hof-Cultural-Center-And-Conference-Hall-Akureyri-City-Center.d553248621562620398.Attraction) ![Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128508-Akureyri-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akureyri Church 4.5/5(12 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri-Church-Akureyri-City-Center.d6102184.Attraction) ![Akureyri Botanical Garden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3992d292c586a64423aed09d67d838fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akureyri Botanical Garden 4.5/5(7 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri-Botanical-Garden-Akureyri.d6102186.Attraction) #### Forest Lagoon You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern lights views and shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Forest-Lagoon-Akureyri.d737624990692331520.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Akureyri-Akureyri.d6102182.Attraction) #### Hlidarfjall Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hlidarfjall during your travels in Akureyri. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hlidarfjall-Akureyri.d6102266.Attraction) #### Icelandic Aviation Museum 5/5(1 review) You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Icelandic Aviation Museum during your trip to Akureyri. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Icelandic-Aviation-Museum-Akureyri.d553248621533099011.Attraction) #### Sulur Explore the great outdoors at Sulur, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sulur-Akureyri.d6102190.Attraction) #### Hlidarfjall Akureyri Enjoy an outing to Hlidarfjall Akureyri during your stay in Akureyri. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hlidarfjall-Akureyri-Akureyri.d553248621532494664.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Akureyri ![Akureyri which includes general coastal views, a bay or harbour and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127919-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri-Akureyri-City-Center.dx553248635976398910) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri-Oddeyrin.dx553248635976398761) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri-Giljahverfi.dx553248635976396131) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Akureyri ![Photo by Stella Kristjánsdóttir](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3f96d28150ee7a7e05aa072f001d8f92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bakki [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakki.dx6192398) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Akureyri worth visiting? > Akureyri offers a unique mix of local charm, culture and attractions. Whether you're into history, outdoor activities or traditional cuisine, there's plenty you'll enjoy here. ### How do I spend a day in Akureyri? > When you've checked off top attractions like Icelandic Aviation Museum and Hof - Cultural Centre and Conference Hall, spend some time enjoying Akureyri's shopping and dining scene. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Akureyri? > The top tourist attraction in Akureyri is Icelandic Aviation Museum, so be sure to put it on your itinerary. ### Is three days enough to stay in Akureyri? > Three days in Akureyri is more than enough to visit the city's main highlights. Many guests spend two days on average. Icelandic Aviation Museum, Hlidarfjall Akureyri and Hof - Cultural Centre and Conference Hall are top-rated sights. Like to see more? Hang around a little longer to check off nearby hotspots like Myvatn. ### Is Akureyri a walkable city? > It all comes down to what you want to see and do in Akureyri. Several attractions, including Icelandic Aviation Museum and Hof - Cultural Centre and Conference Hall, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Akureyri's neighbourhoods, Akureyri City Centre is 0.16 kms (0.10 miles) away from downtown, while Oddeyrin is 0.64 kms (0.40 miles) away from the city centre and also within walking distance. ### What are some activities to do in Akureyri with kids? > Whether you're travelling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, a fun-filled itinerary takes your trip to the next level. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Akureyri with kids. > > > > - [Whale Watching from City centre Akureyri](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-city-centre-akureyri.a1173267.activity-details) > - [Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-tour-in-christmas-house-gadafoss-and-laufas.a46469929.activity-details) > - [From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/akureyri-godafoss-waterfall-circle-guided-tour.a48678315.activity-details) > - [Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/godafoss-waterfall-tour-from-akureyri-port.a48291280.activity-details) > - [Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-myvatn-coach-tour-from-akureyri-port.a46244469.activity-details) ### What to do in Akureyri for adults? > Forest Lagoon is one of the best things to do in Akureyri. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone. ### Are there free things to do in Akureyri? > From visiting parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Akureyri. If you're in need of ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. 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