Guidebook for Akureyri
Arts & Culture
Contemporary art gallery in a vibrant environment
34 locals recommend
Listasafnið á Akureyri / Akureyri Art Museum
8-12 KaupvangsstrætiContemporary art gallery in a vibrant environment
Hof
12 StrandgataGræni hatturinn
HafnarstrætiLive music
The Nonni House was the childhood home of the writer and Jesuit priest Jón Sveinsson, who used the pen name Nonni. The house was built in 1850 and is today one of Akureyri´s oldest buildings.
35 locals recommend
Minjasafnið á Akureyri - Akureyri Museum
AðalstrætiThe Nonni House was the childhood home of the writer and Jesuit priest Jón Sveinsson, who used the pen name Nonni. The house was built in 1850 and is today one of Akureyri´s oldest buildings.
Akureyrarkirkja
600 við EyrarlandsvegChurch from 1940 and the architect Guðjón Samúelsson.
The relatives of the poet Davíð Stefánsson from Fagriskógur bequeathed to Akureyri Municipality the house at 6 Bjarkarstígur which the poet built and lived in until his death in 1964.
Davíðs Stefánsson Writer's Museum
6 BjarkarstígurThe relatives of the poet Davíð Stefánsson from Fagriskógur bequeathed to Akureyri Municipality the house at 6 Bjarkarstígur which the poet built and lived in until his death in 1964.
Parks & Nature
Botanical Garden Akureyri
EyrarlandsvegurOne of our favorite places, nice walk and good cafe
Kjarnaskógur
KjarnavegurGreat outdoor area, for walking, jogging and recreation.
The Goðafoss (Icelandic: waterfall of the gods or waterfall of the goði) is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland. It is located in the Bárðardalur district of North-Central Iceland at the beginning of the Sprengisandur highland road. It is about one hour drive from Akureyri.
21 locals recommend
Godafoss
The Goðafoss (Icelandic: waterfall of the gods or waterfall of the goði) is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland. It is located in the Bárðardalur district of North-Central Iceland at the beginning of the Sprengisandur highland road. It is about one hour drive from Akureyri.
Mývatn is a lake near about 1,5 hours drive from Akureyri. The lake was formed during a massive eruption 2300 years ago. Today the area is best known for the huge numbers of birds that visit in the summer, and for the weird and inspiring volcanic features that surround the lake.
43 locals recommend
Mývatn
Mývatn is a lake near about 1,5 hours drive from Akureyri. The lake was formed during a massive eruption 2300 years ago. Today the area is best known for the huge numbers of birds that visit in the summer, and for the weird and inspiring volcanic features that surround the lake.
Dettifoss is a waterfall in Vatnajökull National Park in Northeast Iceland, and is one of the most powerful waterfall in Europe. It is near Mývatn.
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Dettifoss (West Side)
Dettifoss is a waterfall in Vatnajökull National Park in Northeast Iceland, and is one of the most powerful waterfall in Europe. It is near Mývatn.
Aldeyjarfoss is one of most impressive waterfalls on the Skjálfandafljót River’s route from the Vatnajokull ice cap to Skjálfandi Bay. This could take a couple of hours to reach, but it´s well worth the trip. Aldeyjarfoss is located in the valley of Bárðardalur, on the edge of the Icelandic highlands.
16 locals recommend
Aldeyjarfoss
SprengisandsleiðAldeyjarfoss is one of most impressive waterfalls on the Skjálfandafljót River’s route from the Vatnajokull ice cap to Skjálfandi Bay. This could take a couple of hours to reach, but it´s well worth the trip. Aldeyjarfoss is located in the valley of Bárðardalur, on the edge of the Icelandic highlands.
A gigantic, anomalous, horseshoe-shaped rock formation, Ásbyrgi stands guard next to the northern entrance to the 35km Jokulsa Canyon. With geological wonders such as Hljoðaklettar and Dettifoss inside, the Jokulsa Canyon forms one of the most admired walking destinations in the country. It about 2 hours drive from Akureyri.
23 locals recommend
Ásbyrgi
A gigantic, anomalous, horseshoe-shaped rock formation, Ásbyrgi stands guard next to the northern entrance to the 35km Jokulsa Canyon. With geological wonders such as Hljoðaklettar and Dettifoss inside, the Jokulsa Canyon forms one of the most admired walking destinations in the country. It about 2 hours drive from Akureyri.
Lava field Dimmuborgir
Krossanesborgir is a nature reserve north of Akureyri, that allows you for a soft walk by the sea, and chances for bird watching in summer. Popular among locals for berry picking in autumn.
Krossanesborgir
KrossanesborgirKrossanesborgir is a nature reserve north of Akureyri, that allows you for a soft walk by the sea, and chances for bird watching in summer. Popular among locals for berry picking in autumn.
Essentials
Nettó
GlerárgataBónus
KjarnagataAkureyrarapótek
Apotek
http://www.akureyrarapotek.is
GYM and SPA. It is unique to relax in hot tub at the roof.
http://www.aquaspa.is and worldclass.is
7 locals recommend
Átak
14 StrandgataGYM and SPA. It is unique to relax in hot tub at the roof.
http://www.aquaspa.is and worldclass.is
Akureyri Hospital
EyrarlandsvegurThe Hospital Emergency, open 24/7
www.SAK.is
Food Scene
Rub23
Excellent food
Strikið
14 SkipagataGreat view and food
Bakaríið við Brúna
1 DalsbrautGreat hand-kraft bakery and Cafe, worth the visit
Beautiful and nice coffee house in a old building, relaxing atmosphere and friendly people. Great food👌
13 locals recommend
Gisli Eirikur Helgi Kaffihûs Bakkabrædra
1 GrundargataBeautiful and nice coffee house in a old building, relaxing atmosphere and friendly people. Great food👌
Baccalá Bar / Ektafiskur
Indian Curry House
3 RáðhústorgGreat indina food.
Pizzasmiðjan
Best pizza in Akureyri👌
Centrum Kitchen & Bar
102 HafnarstrætiNice casual restaurant with good atmosphere.
Eyja
Excellent food and wine
Drinks & Nightlife
Nice bar area and usually lively between 17-20, especially on Thursday and Friday.
15 locals recommend
Icelandair Hotel Akureyri
23 ÞingvallastrætiNice bar area and usually lively between 17-20, especially on Thursday and Friday.
Sightseeing
Hrísey is a small island in North Iceland. It is only 35. kilometers drive from Akureyri to the little village of Árskógssandur where the ferry to Hrísey takes off every 2 hours.
8 locals recommend
Hrísey
Hrísey is a small island in North Iceland. It is only 35. kilometers drive from Akureyri to the little village of Árskógssandur where the ferry to Hrísey takes off every 2 hours.
Grímsey (island) a peral on the Arctic Circle north of Iceland ( in Eyjafjörður).
The best opion is take flight, because it takes to long time to go by ferry which only goes 3 times a week.
9 locals recommend
Grímsey
Grímsey (island) a peral on the Arctic Circle north of Iceland ( in Eyjafjörður).
The best opion is take flight, because it takes to long time to go by ferry which only goes 3 times a week.
Hjalteyri is a small village on the western shores of Eyjafjörður. Until the early 20th century, this was one of the main hubs of the herring fishing industry.
The buildings of the old herring factory are often used as a venue for art exhibitions during the summer months.
8 locals recommend
Hjalteyri
Hjalteyri is a small village on the western shores of Eyjafjörður. Until the early 20th century, this was one of the main hubs of the herring fishing industry.
The buildings of the old herring factory are often used as a venue for art exhibitions during the summer months.
Shopping
Vinbudin
HólabrautIn Iceland we have special store for alcohol.