Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Iceland October 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Northern Iceland Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Iceland.dx6054683)[Hotels in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Iceland-Hotels.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northern Iceland](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northern Iceland Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northern Iceland Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Northern Iceland ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northern Iceland Types of activities Where to stay [Northern Iceland travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Iceland.dx6054683) ![Godafoss featuring mist or fog and a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128441-Godafoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri showing interior views and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128572-Hof-Cultural-And-Conference-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Namafjall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127946-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a luxury hotel or resort and a hot spring](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127940-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Northern Iceland Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Northern Iceland has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Northern Iceland, 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 Northern Iceland 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 Northern Iceland Northern Iceland is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Northern Iceland, and make it a breeze to explore Northern Iceland 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 Northern Iceland 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 Northern Iceland, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Northern Iceland. #### Northern Iceland attractions Northern Iceland 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 Northern Iceland 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 Northern Iceland. Looking for things to do in Northern Iceland can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Northern Iceland or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Iceland attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) * * * ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Lake Myvatn Discover a lunar-like landscape of craters, geothermal caves, bubbling mud pools, sulphur springs and twisted rock formations when you explore the area around Lake Myvatn. This large body of fresh water was formed more than 2,000 years ago by a massive eruption, and the surroundings are still volcanically active. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Myvatn-Myvatn.d553248621532494669.Attraction) ![Myvatn which includes a sunset and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128445-Lake-Myvatn.jpg) ### 2\. Myvatn Nature Baths Mývatn Nature Baths consists of a lagoon fed by natural hot springs amid picturesque terrain. Feel rising jets of vapor engulf you in the steam room, before you relax in the warm waters of the vast pool. The baths draw hot water from a depth of 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) below the ground. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Myvatn-Nature-Baths-Myvatn.d6165883.Attraction) ![Myvatn Nature Baths which includes a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127939-Myvatn.jpg) ### 3\. Godafoss One of Iceland’s most famous attractions, Godafoss is a glorious arch of falls with a width of 98 feet (30 meters). The roar of the line of water smashing through the river surface below is as loud as the waterfall is picturesque. Clamber over precarious rocks for a view from above the falls. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Godafoss-Laugar.d6192522.Attraction) ![Godafoss featuring a waterfall and mist or fog](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128438-Godafoss.jpg) ### 4\. Dettifoss Dettifoss is a powerful tour de force with an extraordinary rush of foamy water spiraling down a cliff. The roaring waterfall drops a distance of 147 feet (45 meters) and has a width of 328 feet (100 meters). Hike around the picturesque region to reach the waterfall and admire its vastness. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dettifoss-Northeastern-Region.d6102206.Attraction) ![Dettifoss which includes a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127957-Skinnastadur.jpg) ### 5\. Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall Treat yourself to a rich program of artistic endeavors at the Hof Cultural Center and Conference Hall. Take in musicals, concerts, children's shows, stand up performances, art exhibitions and much more. This circular building covered in Icelandic columnar basalt sits on the edge of a harbor. Before going inside, devote a few minutes to studying the building’s impressive form. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hof-Cultural-Center-And-Conference-Hall-Akureyri-City-Center.d553248621562620398.Attraction) ![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) ## Recommended things to do in Northern Iceland | Number of things to do | 451 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-europe-package-united-kingdom.a46752190.activity-details): £3 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-golden-circle-classic-tour-with-expert-guide.a180659.activity-details) - [Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lava-show-reykjavik-admission-ticket-optional-premium-upgrade.a46120657.activity-details) - [City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-reykjavik-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-optional-extras.a343422.activity-details) - [Guided Full-Day Tour of the South Coast from Reykjavik](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-full-day-tour-of-the-south-coast-from-reykjavik.a438760.activity-details) - [Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-with-professional-guide-from-reykjavik.a1082357.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lava-show-reykjavik-admission-ticket-optional-premium-upgrade.a46120657.activity-details) - [Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-with-professional-guide-from-reykjavik.a1082357.activity-details) - [Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sky-lagoon-iceland.a5111465.activity-details) - [Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sky-lagoon-geothermal-spa-experience-including-admission-and-transfers.a5105790.activity-details) - [The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-original-classic-whale-watching-from-reykjavik.a1173299.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-golden-circle-classic-tour-with-expert-guide.a180659.activity-details) - [Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lava-show-reykjavik-admission-ticket-optional-premium-upgrade.a46120657.activity-details) - [City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-reykjavik-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-optional-extras.a343422.activity-details) - [Guided Full-Day Tour of the South Coast from Reykjavik](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-full-day-tour-of-the-south-coast-from-reykjavik.a438760.activity-details) - [Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-with-professional-guide-from-reykjavik.a1082357.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northern Iceland * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Myvatn which includes a sunset and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128445-Lake-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Myvatn 5/5(9 reviews) Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Myvatn-Myvatn.d553248621532494669.Attraction) ![Myvatn Nature Baths which includes a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127939-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Myvatn Nature Baths 4.5/5(7 reviews) Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Myvatn-Nature-Baths-Myvatn.d6165883.Attraction) ![Godafoss featuring a waterfall and mist or fog](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128438-Godafoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Godafoss 5/5(27 reviews) Appreciate a view of the impressive horseshoe shape of the Waterfall of the Gods and go hiking alongside the foamy rapids of the Skjálfandafljót River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Godafoss-Laugar.d6192522.Attraction) ![Dettifoss which includes a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127957-Skinnastadur.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dettifoss 5/5(5 reviews) Marvel at the dynamism of nature at this waterfall, which is the highlight in a series of chutes along the river. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dettifoss-Northeastern-Region.d6102206.Attraction) ![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) ![Hvitserkur](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/47efd7ee4ddbf286acaf452b0fb856a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hvitserkur 5/5(1 review) You can find out about the history of Hvammstangi with a visit to Hvitserkur. Wander the riverfront and beaches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hvitserkur-Hvammstangi.d553248635810250723.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) ![Skagafjordur Folk Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/82743d19801178fc744a8e72a4af480f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skagafjordur Folk Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Skagafjordur Folk Museum during your travels in Glaumbær. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Skagafjordur-Folk-Museum-Skagafjorour.d6102176.Attraction) ![Husavik Harbour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/101807c36f55a4f11ea7299013523158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Husavik Harbour 4/5(3 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Husavik with a trip to Husavik Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Husavik-Harbour-Husavik.d6102214.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Northern Iceland ![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 Northern Iceland ![Akureyri showing a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127933-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Akureyri [](https://expedia.co.uk/Akureyri.dx302) ![Husavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/515fa5c78cb82d2d3d1286b5603b0ef9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Husavik [](https://expedia.co.uk/Husavik.dx1551) ![Sauðárkrókur](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/adc9fb0767bfd52ff9d46aafed162c96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sauðárkrókur [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sauarkrokur.dx3070) ![Hvammstangi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/d2cc672a2a614ecbfa25f5a6379cb5bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hvammstangi [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hvammstangi.dx7761) ![Myvatn Nature Baths which includes a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127939-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Myvatn [](https://expedia.co.uk/Myvatn.dx8842) ![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) ![Photo by Dominik Gehl](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/63760eeacb3f86fa3db2229ee32e6a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hofsós [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hofsos.dx3000029386) ![Siglufjörður](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0b1aa8463f8d12dd90a0f7aa55c8359c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Siglufjörður [](https://expedia.co.uk/Siglufjorur.dx553248635932470489) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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