What to do in Northern Iceland

Activities, attractions and tours

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

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!


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What to do in Northern Iceland


Popular places to visit

Explore areas of Northern Iceland

Akureyri which includes general coastal views, a bay or harbour and boating

Akureyri City Center

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While visiting Akureyri City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Akureyri Church and Centre for Visual Arts.

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

 

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