What to do in Heimaey

Activities, attractions and tours

Panoramic green landscape along the coastline, Heimaey island, Westman Islands, Iceland.
If you happen to be in Iceland, hop on a quick ferry ride to the Westman Islands. Here you can hike up the active Eldfell Volcano. On your way up you'll see the rocks change color, and spot a few active hot spots to feel the temperature rising from below. Make sure to get to the very top no matter how tired you are. It's a steep and rocky way up but the views from up there are astounding. #lifeatexpedia #travel #explore #iceland
Chain island's of Vestmann. The biggest and inhabited one is Heimaey. The new island was formed in 1968 and taken under protection by UNESCO in pursuit of investigation of how life develops on an uninhabited island. Heimaey is also a home for the greatest number of puffins in Iceland.
I had walked up a very steep way. To the top of an old vulcano crater, to enjoy this wonderful view.
A lighthouse at the vulcano shore of the Vestmannaeyjar island.

Heimaey Attractions

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Places of interest in Heimaey

Heimaey is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Heimaey, and make it a breeze to explore Heimaey 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 Heimaey 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.

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Heimaey attractions

Heimaey has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Heimaey to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Heimaey.

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What to do in Heimaey

Popular places to visit

Herjólfsdalur & the West Coast

You can find out about the history of Vestmannaeyjar with a trip to Herjólfsdalur & the West Coast. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Herjólfsdalur & the West Coast

Sagnheimar Byggðasafn

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sagnheimar Byggðasafn during your trip to Vestmannaeyjar. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Sagnheimar Byggðasafn

House Graveyard & Pompei of the North

Find out about the history of Vestmannaeyjar when you spend time at House Graveyard & Pompei of the North. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

House Graveyard & Pompei of the North

Eldfell Volcano

Explore the great outdoors at Eldfell Volcano, a lovely green space in Vestmannaeyjar. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Eldfell Volcano

Surtseyjarstofa

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Surtseyjarstofa during your travels in Vestmannaeyjar. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's entertainment choices.

Surtseyjarstofa

Landskirkja Church

Landskirkja Church is just one of the places to see in Vestmannaeyjar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Landskirkja Church

‘Pompei of the North’

Find out about the history of Vestmannaeyjar when you take a trip to ‘Pompei of the North’. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's entertainment choices.

‘Pompei of the North’

Sæheimar

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sæheimar in Vestmannaeyjar. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Sæheimar

Skansinn

Skansinn is just one of the places to see in Vestmannaeyjar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Skansinn

 

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