Söfnur á Íslandi

Reykjavík

Þjóðminjasafn Íslands

From Settlement to Modern Day

Stígðu inn í hjarta fortíðar Íslands í Þjóðminjasafninu, miðlægri stofnun sem er tileinkuð varðveislu og rannsóknum á ríkum menningararfi landsins. Uppgötvaðu 1.200 ára sögu, frá fyrstu víkingabyggðum til lifandi nútímaþjóðar. Þetta er ómissandi ferðalag um heillandi sögu eyjunnar.

ℹ️ Visitor Info: Located at Suðurgata 41, near the University of Iceland. Open Tuesday–Sunday 10:00–17:00 (May–September daily). Admission: 2,500 ISK (free for under 18). Allow 2–3 hours. Audio guide included. Café on-site. Free entry on Wednesdays September–April.

Life-Size Viking Exhibits

Reykjavík (Grandi Harbor Area)

The Saga Museum

Iceland's History Brought to Life

Saga Museum brings Iceland’s Viking and medieval history to life through realistic figures and immersive storytelling in Reykjavík’s Old Harbour district.

ℹ️ Visitor Info: Located at Grandi harbor area, Grandagarður 2. Open daily 10:00–18:00. Admission: adults 2,900 ISK, children 1,450 ISK. Audio guide included in 11 languages. Allow 1–1.5 hours. Combine with Whales of Iceland museum next door. Photo opportunities in viking costume.

Real Indoor Ice Cave

Reykjavík (Öskjuhlíð Hill)

Perlan — Wonders of Iceland

Interactive Natural History Museum

Perlan museum features interactive exhibitions about Iceland's natural wonders including glaciers, volcanoes, earthquakes, and the Northern Lights. The highlight is the first-ever indoor ice cave and tunnel made from over 350 tons of snow, kept at -10°C year-round — giving visitors a glacial experience without leaving Reykjavík. Other exhibits include a virtual reality Northern Lights show, interactive displays on geothermal energy, and a planetarium. The observation deck on the roof offers 360° views over Reykjavík and surrounding mountains.

ℹ️ Visitor Info: Located at Öskjuhlíð hill, bus 18 from city center. Open daily 9:00–19:00. Admission: adults 5,990 ISK, children 2,990 ISK. Allow 2–3 hours. Bring a jacket for the ice cave (kept at -10°C). Observation deck included. Restaurant on-site. Book online for discount.

Historic Coast Guard Vessel

Reykjavík (Grandi Harbor)

Reykjavík Maritime Museum

Iceland's Seafaring Heritage

Reykjavík Maritime Museum is a cultural attraction in Capital Region. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

ℹ️ Visitor Info: Located at Grandi harbor, Grandagarður 8. Open daily 10:00–17:00. Admission: 2,100 ISK adults, under 18 free. Boarding the Coast Guard ship Óðinn included. Allow 1.5–2 hours. Combine with Saga Museum and Whales of Iceland nearby. Free guided tours on the ship daily.

Three Museum Locations

Reykjavík (3 Locations)

Reykjavik Art Museum

Iceland's Largest Art Museum

Reykjavik Art Museum is a cultural attraction in Capital Region. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

ℹ️ Visitor Info: Three locations: Hafnarhús (Tryggvagata 17), Kjarvalsstaðir (Flókagata), Ásmundarsafn (Sigtún). Open daily 10:00–17:00. Admission: 2,100 ISK covers all three museums, valid for 24 hours. Under 18 free. Combined ticket with National Museum available. Each museum takes 45–60 minutes.

Viking-Age Longhouse Excavation

Reykjavík Downtown

The Settlement Exhibition – Reykjavík 871±2

Reykjavík 871±2

Settlement Exhibition is a cultural attraction in Capital Region. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

ℹ️ Visitor Info: Located at Aðalstræti 16 in downtown Reykjavík. Open daily 9:00–18:00 (10:00–17:00 in winter). Admission: 2,650 ISK adults, under 18 free. Allow 45–60 minutes. Touchscreen displays in English. Very central location — easy to combine with other downtown sights. Free audio guide via smartphone.

23 Life-Size Whale Models

Reykjavík (Grandi Harbor)

Whales of Iceland — Europe's Largest Whale Exhibition

Life-Size Whale Exhibition

Whales of Iceland at the Old Harbour in Reykjavík is Europe's largest whale exhibition, with 23 life-size model whales suspended from the ceiling in a dramatic display. Visitors can walk beneath humpback whales, sperm whales, blue whales and orcas at true scale, understanding these giants for the first time. The exhibition explores whale biology, behaviour and the relationship between Iceland and whales.

ℹ️ Visitor Info: Located at Grandi harbor, Fiskislóð 23. Open daily 10:00–17:00. Admission: adults 3,900 ISK, children 1,500 ISK. Allow 1–1.5 hours. Audio guide included. Great preparation before whale watching tours. Combine with Saga Museum and Maritime Museum in the same area. Gift shop has quality souvenirs.

Photography & Science Exhibition

Reykjavík (Grandi)

Aurora Reykjavík — The Northern Lights Centre

Learn About the Northern Lights

Aurora Reykjavík at the Old Harbour is the premier exhibition dedicated to the Northern Lights, explaining the science, mythology and art of the aurora borealis. The highlight is a panoramic aurora simulation room that recreates the experience of seeing the lights for visitors who missed them or want to understand the phenomenon more deeply. Photography tips for capturing the aurora are a popular part of the exhibition.

ℹ️ Visitor Info: Located at Grandi harbor, Grandagarður 2. Open daily 9:00–21:00. Admission: 2,200 ISK adults, 1,100 ISK children. Allow 30–45 minutes. English audio guide included. Small venue but informative. Visit before going Northern Lights hunting. Northern Lights forecasts available on-site. Combine with nearby museums.

Allir söfnur á Íslandi

Höggmyndagarðurinn

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Step into a serene outdoor gallery showcasing the powerful, symbolic sculptures of Einar Jónsson. This hidden gem invites contemplation amidst striking bronze and stone figures. Explore the unique vision of Iceland's pioneer sculptor, just steps from the city center.

Minnisvarði ísfirskra sjómanna

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Uppgötvaðu Minnisvarða ísfirskra sjómanna, öflugt bronsverk sem sýnir tvo sjómenn draga inn afla, til minningar um seiglu sjómannasamfélags Ísafjarðar. Staðsettur meðal litríkra blóma og í bakgrunni gnæfandi fjalla undir heiðskírum himni, er hann áhrifamikil virðingarvottur við þá sem mættu villtu Norður-Atlantshafi.

House of Collections (Safnahúsið)

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The House of Collections (Safnahúsið) offers a unique introduction to Icelandic culture, history, literature, and art under one roof. Located in central Reykjavik, the museum combines exhibitions from several national institutions, presenting everything from medieval manuscripts and folklore to modern visual art. Interactive displays and rotating exhibitions make this an ideal stop for visitors wanting a deeper understanding of Iceland beyond landscapes.

Samúel Jónsson Art Museum (Selárdalur)

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The Samúel Jónsson Art Museum in Selárdalur is one of Iceland’s most unusual hidden gems. Built by local farmer and self-taught artist Samúel Jónsson, the site includes handmade concrete sculptures, arches, towers, and a small church surrounded by the quiet landscapes of the Westfjords. Often described as outsider art, the area has a dreamlike atmosphere and offers a unique cultural stop for travelers exploring this remote region. The site is open-air and freely accessible.

Svarta keilan

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Uppgötvaðu Svörtu keiluna, áhrifamikinn minnisvarða staðsettan í friðsælum Hljómskálagarði í Reykjavík. Þessi stóri, sprungni grái steinn, með sléttri svartri keilu sem rís upp úr toppnum, er hjartnæmur minnisvarði gegn kynþáttaofbeldi og hatursglæpum.

Gamla bókabúðin Flateyri

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Staðsett í hinum fagurskapaða Vestfjörðum, er Gamla bókabúðin á Flateyri heillandi ferðalag aftur í tímann. Þessi fallega varðveitta tveggja hæða gráa timburbygging, auðþekkjanleg á lifandi rauðum gluggakörmum og íslenska fánanum sem blaktir stolt, hýsir eina elstu bókabúð Íslands, sem nú er lifandi safn. Kannaðu hillurnar hennar fullar af fornum bókum og sögulegum gripum, sem bjóða upp á einstaka innsýn í staðbundið líf og bókmenntahefðir.

Torfahlaup

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Torfahlaup er þröngt gljúfur sem Markarfljót fellur um. Þar sem gljúfrið er þrengst er það aðeins nokkrir metrar. Ganga sögur um að áður fyrr hafi verið stokkið yfir þessi þrengsli (1). „Sagan segir að piltur að nafni Torfi hafi stokkið yfir það með stúlku sína á bakinu. Voru þau á flótta undan ættingjum stúlkunnar sem vildu Torfa feigan“ (2).

Eyrarbakki Maritime Museum (Húsið)

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Húsið (The House) in Eyrarbakki is one of Iceland's oldest and best-preserved buildings, now a museum dedicated to the country's maritime and fishing history.

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Keflavík & Reykjanes Art Museum

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Keflavík is the main town on the Reykjanes Peninsula and the site of Iceland's international airport. Beyond its role as an arrival hub, Keflavík has a vibrant fishing heritage, a good museum district and an unexpectedly active music scene — it was the birthplace of The Sugarcubes (Björk's first band). The Reykjanes Art Museum (Listasafn Reykjanesbæjar) houses significant Icelandic art collections including works by Páll Guðmundsson and the striking Duus Museum in the old harbourmaster's house.

Byggðasafn Vestfjarða

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Byggðasafn Vestfjarða á Ísafirði býður þér að stíga aftur í tímann. Húsið er staðsett í fjórum vel varðveittum timburhúsum, sumum frá lokum 17. aldar, og sýnir lifandi ríka veiði- og siglingarsögu svæðisins í stórkostlegu náttúrulegu umhverfi.

Laufás Historic Farm Museum

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Laufás is one of Iceland's best-preserved turf farm complexes, a row of traditional grass-roofed farmhouses on the shores of Eyjafjörður near Akureyri. The oldest buildings date to 1865 and the farm was inhabited until 1936. Now a folk museum under the Akureyri Museum umbrella, the buildings contain original 19th-century furnishings, farm tools and household items. The complex also includes a restored 19th-century church. The farm is set in beautiful farmland with mountain and fjord views.

Þjóðmenningarhúsið — The Culture House

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Step into Þjóðmenningarhúsið, The Culture House, a magnificent architectural gem housing Iceland's national treasures. Here, history, art, and literature intertwine, offering a unique window into the Icelandic soul. Explore centuries of heritage under one grand roof.

Hafnarborg — Arts Centre of Hafnarfjörður

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Hafnarborg is the main cultural centre and art museum of Hafnarfjörður, the third-largest city in Iceland and famous as 'the town of elves'. The elegant neoclassical building houses a permanent collection of Icelandic art and hosts major temporary exhibitions. The building was originally built as a private home by the merchant Sverrir Gunnarsson and donated to the town in 1983. The centre also hosts concerts, lectures and cultural events.

Icelandic Punk Museum — Underground Music History

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The Icelandic Punk Museum in a former public toilet near the Old Harbour chronicles Iceland's punk rock scene from 1980s to present. The tiny museum features band memorabilia, concert posters, vinyl records, instruments, and stories of how Icelandic punk influenced the country's music scene including Björk and Sigur Rós. Listen to music through headphones, watch concert footage, and learn about the DIY ethos that defined Icelandic underground culture. One of Reykjavík's most unusual and authentic museums.

Náttúrugripasafn Ólafsfjarðar

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Náttúrugripasafnið á Ólafsfirði býður upp á heillandi innsýn í einstaka arfleifð svæðisins, staðsett í fallegum bænum Ólafsfirði. Húsið er sérstök ljós bygging með bláu bárujárnsþaki og gefur samhengi við ríka menningarsögu Íslands.

The Sorcerer Cottage

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The Sorcerer Cottage is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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Minja- og handverkshúsið Kört

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Minja- og handverkshúsið Kört is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Hekla Information Center

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Hekla Information Center is a museum in South Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Ljóðasetur Íslands

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Stígðu inn í Ljóðasetur Íslands, þar sem ríkulegur bókmenntaarfur þjóðarinnar lifnar við. Þetta notalega safn, til húsa í heillandi tveggja hæða byggingu á Norðurlandi, býður upp á einstakan innsýn í heim íslenskrar ljóðlistar og djúpstæð áhrif hennar á menninguna.

Múlastofa

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Múlastofa býður upp á heillandi ferðalag inn í íslenska menningu og sögu, staðsett í hjarta Norðurlands. Gakktu í gegnum sýningar sem innihalda stóra upplýsingaskjái skreytta sögulegum ljósmyndum og skjölum, ásamt sýningarborðum sem sýna heillandi muni, allt innan hlýlegs, panelklædds umhverfis.

Nýibær

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Uppgötvaðu Nýibæ, heillandi safn sem sýnir þrjú táknræn íslensk torfhús með sérstökum grænum þökum og timburgaflum. Þessi staður veitir lifandi innsýn í seigfluga sögu og hefðbundinn lífsstíl fortíðar Íslands.

Icelandic Horse History Center

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Icelandic Horse History Center is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Kötlusetur - Katla gestastofa

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Kötlusetur – Katla gestastofa, staðsett við rætur hrjúfra, mosaþakinna fjalla, býður upp á heillandi ferð inn í eldfjallahjarta Íslands og ríka menningararfleifð þess. Þetta boðlega safn, með sínum einkennandi bárujárnsútveggjum og sjarmerandi hvítum gluggakörmum, veitir mikilvægan bakgrunn til að skilja hið öfluga Katlaeldfjall og þrautseigju Suðurlands.

Hitavættur

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Hitavættur is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

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The Bobby Fischer Center

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The Bobby Fischer Center is a museum in South Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Alda aldanna

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"Alda aldanna er höggmynd" (The Wave of the Ages is a Sculpture) is a profound concrete artwork near Hraunfossar, inviting contemplation on deep time. It elegantly merges human creativity with the raw power of Icelandic geology, offering a unique perspective on the landscape.

Fallandi gengi

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Fallandi gengi is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Einar Benediktsson and the Lyric Harp

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Einar Benediktsson and the Lyric Harp is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Hafnarsaga

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Hafnarsaga, sem þýðir „Hafnar-saga“, er heillandi útilistaverk í Reykjavík sem endurspeglar djúpa tengingu borgarinnar við hafið. Þetta veðraða málmskúlptúr, með sínum abstrakt formum og flóknum útskurði, segir á sjónrænan hátt sögu hafnarinnar frá fornum fiskimiðum til iðandi nútímahafnar. Það er listrænn heiður til sjávarlífs Reykjavíkur, sem stendur stolt mitt á meðal nútíma borgararkitektúrs.

Gallery Underpass

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Gallery Underpass is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Tolli

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Tolli is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Olith

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Olith is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

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Sögumiðstöðin

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Sögumiðstöðin, staðsett á Suðurlandi, er heillandi safn sem varðveitir og miðlar ríkri menningar- og sögulegri arfleifð Íslands. Sérstök byggingarlist hennar, með viðarklæðningu og ryðguðum málmfronti, hýsir sýningar sem kafa djúpt í íslenskar sögur, hefðir og seiglu þjóðarinnar.

Steinasafn Petru

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Steinasafn Petru er heillandi safn á Austurlandi, sem sýnir mikið úrval af fallegum steinum og steinefnum sem Petra Sveinsdóttir safnaði. Þessi líflega rauða bygging, staðsett milli grænna trjáa, gefur persónulega innsýn í jarðfræðilegan arf Íslands og einstaka hollustu einnar konu.

Höfuðstöðin

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Höfuðstöðin (The Center of Geothermal Energy) is an immersive exhibition space in Reykjavík focused on Iceland’s unique relationship with geothermal energy. It blends science, storytelling, and visual design to explain how geothermal power shapes everyday life in Iceland.

Veiðisafnið

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Veiðisafnið, eða Veiðisafnið, býður upp á heillandi ferðalag inn í djúpa tengingu Íslands við náttúruauðlindir sínar. Hýst í hagnýtri bárujárnsbyggingu, kannar það sögu mikilvægs sjávarútvegs og menningararfleifðar sem var viðhaldið af bæði landi og sjó.

Rjómabúið á Baugsstöðum

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Stígðu aftur í tímann á Rjómabúinu á Baugsstöðum, einstakt safn sem er til húsa í fallegri rjómalitaðri byggingu með rauðu þaki. Hér er saga íslenskrar mjólkurframleiðslu og matreiðsluhefða sögð, sem gefur innsýn í mikilvægan hluta af arfleifð þjóðarinnar. Hin sögulega vatnsvél fyrir utan gefur vísbendingu um hugvitssemi fyrri kynslóða.

Reykjanes awakens

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Reykjanes awakens is an art gallery in Reykjanes, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Davíðshús - Heimili Davíðs Stefánssonar

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Davíðshús, fyrrum heimili ástsælda íslenska skáldsins Davíðs Stefánssonar, býður gestum að skoða líf hans og verk. Þetta heillandi hús, með sínum sérstæðu hvítu gluggum og friðsælu umhverfi, veitir einstaka innsýn í íslenska bókmenntaarfleifð og daglegt líf.

The Boat-and gift of nature exhibition

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The Boat-and gift of nature exhibition is a museum in Westfjords, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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Landkönnunarsafnið

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Á Húsavík býður Landkönnunarsafnið upp á heillandi ferðalag frá víkingasögum til þjálfunar geimfara NASA í einstökum landslagi Íslands. Rauða þakið og hvíti múrinn bjóða þér velkominn í heim uppgötvana.

Nonnahús

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Nonnahús is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Akureyri Toy Museum

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Tucked away in Akureyri's historic Nonnahús, the Akureyri Toy Museum is a delightful journey back to simpler times. Discover a charming collection of toys, dolls, and games spanning generations, reflecting Icelandic childhoods. It's a heartwarming stop for families and nostalgic adults alike.

Glaumbær

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Glaumbær is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Kvikan

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Kvikan, staðsett í áberandi nútímalegri byggingu með bárujárni og stórum gluggum, býður upp á djúpa innsýn í menningar- og sögulegan arf Íslands. Byggingin stendur yfir einstakri landslagsmynd af dökkum möl og náttúrulegum klettum, og veitir mikilvægt samhenfi til að skilja seiglu þjóðarinnar og tengsl hennar við hafið.

Icelandic Emigration Center

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Icelandic Emigration Center is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Safnasafnið

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Safnasafnið er einstakt listasafn á Norðurlandi, staðsett í heillandi hvítum byggingum sem skera sig úr undir oft heiðbláum himni. Þessi sérstaka stofnun gefur lifandi innsýn í íslenska menningu og arfleifð í gegnum fjölbreytt safn sitt, sem gerir heimsóknina sannarlega þess virði. Frá því augnabliki sem þú kemur, kannski mættur af skrautlegum bíl eins og þeim á myndinni, finnur þú fyrir sköpunargleðinni sem býr innandyra.

Listasafn Íslands

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Sem fremsta listasafn Íslands býður Listasafnið upp á óviðjafnanlega ferð í gegnum listræna arfleifð þjóðarinnar. Það þjónar sem miðlæg geymsla, sýnandi þróun íslenskrar sköpunargáfu frá 19. öld til nútíma nýstárlegra tjáninga.

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Víkurprjón – Ullarverksmiðjan í Vík

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Stígðu inn í hjarta íslenskrar textílhefðar á Víkurprjón, einnig þekkt sem Ullarverksmiðjan í Vík. Þessi mikilvæga starfsstöð í Vík í Mýrdal er þekkt fyrir sterk tengsl sín við hefðbundna íslenska ullarframleiðslu, sem gefur innsýn í handverkið og tækifæri til að kaupa staðbundnar vörur.

Byggðasafn Árnesinga

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Kannaðu grípandi sögu Suðurlands á Byggðasafni Árnesinga. Þetta mikilvæga svæðissafn er til húsa í heillandi sögulegum byggingum, aðallega á Eyrarbakka, og býður upp á lifandi ferðalag aftur í tímann.

Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant

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Hellisheiði is one of the largest geothermal power plants in the world, generating electricity and hot water from underground steam and heat. The visitor centre offers interactive exhibitions about geothermal energy, Iceland's volcanic geology, and renewable power.

Bíldudalur – Skrímslasafnið

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Stígðu inn í dulafullan heim íslenskra þjóðsagna í Skrímslasafninu á Bíldudal. Staðsett í sérstæðri byggingu skreyttri iðandi, arma-líkum mynstrum, sameinar þetta einstaka safn sögulegar frásagnir og listrænar túlkanir á dularfullum verum sem sagðar eru leynast í Arnarfirði.

Bolungarvík og Ósvör Sjóminjasafn

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Stígðu aftur í tímann á Ósvör Sjóminjasafni, ekta endurgerð útisafns af hefðbundinni íslenskri róðrarbátaveiðistöð. Skoðaðu torfbæi og sögulegan veiðibúnað við hrjúfa strandlengju Vestfjarða, sem gefur lifandi innsýn í liðna tíð.

Borgarnes Settlement Centre

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The Settlement Centre (Landnámssetur Íslands) in Borgarnes is one of Iceland's best museums, telling Iceland's Viking-age history through two immersive exhibitions: the Settlement of Iceland (874–930 AD) and the Saga of Egil Skallagrímsson — one of the most dramatic of all Icelandic sagas. Audio guides lead visitors through atmospheric recreations of saga events with film, sculpture and sound design. The adjacent restaurant serves excellent Icelandic food in a converted warehouse space.

Einar Jónsson Museum — Iceland's Symbolic Sculptor

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The Einar Jónsson Museum beside Hallgrímskirkja is dedicated to Iceland's greatest sculptor (1874–1954), who created monumental works fusing Nordic mythology, Christian symbolism and Icelandic folklore. The museum occupies Jónsson's own purpose-built home and studio, and the enclosed sculpture garden behind the building is free to enter year-round, displaying 26 of his most powerful bronze castings.

Whales of Iceland — Europe's Largest Whale Exhibition

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Aurora Reykjavík — The Northern Lights Centre

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Perlan — Wonders of Iceland Museum

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Perlan ('The Pearl') is Reykjavík's natural history museum on Öskjuhlíð hill, housed in a distinctive glass dome atop six massive geothermal hot water tanks. The museum's star attraction is Iceland's only indoor ice cave, a 100-metre real ice tunnel carved into the building. Exhibitions cover glaciers, volcanoes, geology and Icelandic nature. The observation deck offers 360° views over Reykjavík, and the building itself is an architectural landmark.

Ásmundarsafn — Ásmundur Sveinsson Sculpture Museum

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Ásmundarsafn is the museum and former home/studio of sculptor Ásmundur Sveinsson (1893–1982), one of Iceland's pioneering modernist artists. The museum, located in Laugardalur near the Botanic Garden, showcases Ásmundur's sculptures in a purpose-built modernist building he designed himself (opened 1942). The sculpture garden surrounding the museum displays large-scale works in stone, bronze and concrete. Part of Reykjavík Art Museum, admission is valid for all three museum sites.

Heritage Museum Westfjords

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Heritage Museum Westfjords is a museum in Westfjords, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Eiríksstaðir

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Eiríksstaðir is a museum in West Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Sænautasel

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Uppgötvaðu Sænautasel, merkilegt torfbæjasafn á Norðurlandi. Einkennandi torfþök þess og sveitalegar timbergarðar rísa upp úr steingrunni, skreyttar lifandi villiblómum. Stígðu inn til að kanna einstaka menningararfleifð Íslands.

Icelandic Aviation museum

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Icelandic Aviation museum is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Snorrastofa

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Snorrastofa is a museum in South Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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Bjarnarhöfn Museum

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Bjarnarhöfn Museum is a museum in West Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Náttúrugripasafnið

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Náttúrugripasafnið á Austurlandi, staðsett í áberandi rauðri byggingu við rólegt vatn fjarðar, býður upp á heillandi ferðalag inn í náttúrusögu og menningararfleifð svæðisins. Skoðaðu sýningar sem varpa ljósi á einstaka jarðfræði, dýralíf og mannlegar sögur sem hafa mótað þennan heillandi hluta Íslands.

Ferðalangur (The Traveller)

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Step into the shoes of explorers, settlers, and adventurers at Ferðalangur, the museum celebrating Iceland's enduring spirit of discovery. This captivating institution chronicles the nation's journey, from ancient voyages to modern-day expeditions. Discover the compelling stories behind the people who shaped this unique island.

Byggðasafn Hafnarfjarðar

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Byggðasafn Hafnarfjarðar is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

The Culture House

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The Culture House is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Art 67

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Art 67 is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Slippurinn

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Slippurinn er áberandi hvít bygging með sérstökum fána og stóru veggmálverki sem sýnir skip, og býður upp á djúpa innsýn í ríka menningar- og sögulega arfleifð Íslands. Einu sinni miðstöð iðnaðar, þjónar hún nú sem heillandi safn sem varðveitir sögur fiskveiðisamfélaganna sem mótuðu þessa merkilegu eyju.

Sjóminja- og smiðjumunasafn Jósafats Hinrikssonar

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Sjóminja- og smiðjumunasafn Jósafats Hinrikssonar is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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Skansinn

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Skansinn is a museum in South Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Nýlistasafnið

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Nýlistasafnið is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Museum Of Design And Applied Art

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Museum Of Design And Applied Art is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Art Gallery 101

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Art Gallery 101 is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Mánárbakki safnið

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Mánárbakki safnið býður upp á heillandi innsýn í fortíð Íslands, með hefðbundnum torfbæjum við sjóinn. Kannaðu menningararfleifð og sögu svæðisins í rólegu umhverfi við hið víðfeðma Norður-Atlantshaf.

Fótboltamaðurinn

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Fótboltamaðurinn is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Eider Duck Museum

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Eider Duck Museum is a museum in West Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Duus Museum

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Duus Museum is a museum in Reykjanes, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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Kaolin Keramik Gallery

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Kaolin Keramik Gallery is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Art Ceramic Studio Gallery

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Art Ceramic Studio Gallery is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

The Motorcycle Museum of Iceland

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The Motorcycle Museum of Iceland is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Sauðaneshús Safn

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Sauðaneshús Safn, staðsett á Norðurlandi, er áberandi hvítt hús með dökku þaki og sérstökum grænum gluggakörmum. Það veitir djúpa innsýn í íslenska menningu, sögu og arfleifð, sem gerir það að verðmætum viðkomustað fyrir gesti á svæðinu.

Steinasafn Auðuns

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Staðsett í Austur-Íslandi, Steinasafn Auðuns er heillandi safn sem sýnir ótrúlegan jarðfræðilegan fjölbreytileika eyjarinnar. Stígðu inn í þetta látlausa hús, sem sést vel með stórum gluggum og skiltinu "Auðun's Mineral Collection", til að skoða heim lifandi steinefna og fornra steina. Það býður upp á einstaka innsýn í eldheita fortíð Íslands og áframhaldandi eldvirkni.

The Ghost Centre

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The Ghost Centre is a museum in South Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll

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Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll is a museum in Reykjanes, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

I8 Gallery

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I8 Gallery is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

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Náttúrugripasafn Skagafjarðar

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Náttúrugripasafn Skagafjarðar, staðsett í heillandi torfbæ, býður upp á lifandi ferðalag inn í fortíð Íslands. Þetta safn varðveitir og deilir á fallegan hátt menningar- og sögulegum arfi Skagafjarðar, og veitir djúpa innsýn í líf fyrstu Íslendinga.

Arctic Fox Centre

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Arctic Fox Centre is a museum in Westfjords, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Sjóminjasafnið á Hellissandi

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Sjóminjasafnið á Hellissandi, staðsett á Vesturlandi með Snæfellsjökul í baksýn, býður upp á heillandi ferðalag inn í sjóminjasögu Íslands. Kannaðu hefðbundna fiskibáta og muni sem eru hýstir í fallegum svörtum húsum með grænum þökum, sem gefur skýra mynd af lífi strandbyggða.

Grenivík Fishing Museum

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Grenivík Fishing Museum is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

The Marshall House

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The Marshall House is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Hið íslenzka reðasafn

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Stígðu inn í óvenjulegan heim Hins íslenzka reðasafns, sannarlega einstakrar stofnunar í Reykjavík. Tileinkað safni, rannsókn og sýningu á limasýnum, býður það upp á óviðjafnanlega innsýn í náttúrusögu og þjóðsögur.

Vatnasafn (Library of Water)

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Vatnasafn í Stykkishólmi er magnað langtíma listasafn eftir bandarísku listakonuna Roni Horn. Þar er vatn úr helstu jöklum Íslands sýnt í glerstólpum, sem býður upp á einstaka upplifun.

Ósvör Maritime Museum

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Ósvör Maritime Museum in Bolungarvík is an open-air reconstruction of a traditional 19th-century rowing boat fishing station in the Westfjords, showing how Icelandic fishermen lived and worked before motorised boats changed everything.

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Arctic Henge (Heimskautsgervið)

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Arctic Henge is located on a hill near Raufarhöfn village on Iceland's north coast. Key features: - Modern Stonehenge-inspired monument - Stone/concrete pillars aligned with sun's seasonal positions - Based on 72 dwarves from Völuspá (Norse poem) - Unfinished (ongoing construction) Alignment: - Solstices (summer & winter) - Equinoxes (spring & fall) - Midnight sun visible through monument (summer) Atmosphere: - Remote Arctic location - Flat coastal landscape - Dramatic against empty horizon - Few visitors Access: - Raufarhöfn village (Route 85 Arctic Coast Way) - Short drive to monument - Free - Open year-round Best visited: - **Summer solstice** (June 21): Midnight sun aligns with monument - Summer (warmest, best access) Combine with: Raufarhöfn village, Öxarfjörður coast, Melrakkaslétta Visit duration: 30-45 minutes. Nearby: Raufarhöfn (2 km), Kópasker (60 km south).

Árbæjarkirkja á Árbæjarsafni

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Árbæjarkirkja is a historic church located within Árbæjarsafn in Reykjavík. Originally built in the 19th century, the church was later relocated to the museum site to preserve its architectural and cultural significance. The church represents traditional Icelandic timber church design, characterized by its simple structure and modest scale. As part of the open-air museum, it helps illustrate rural life and religious practices in Iceland during earlier centuries. Visitors to Árbæjarsafn can explore the church alongside other preserved buildings, gaining insight into Icelandic history and everyday life in the past.

National Library of Iceland

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The National Library of Iceland (Þjóðarbókhlöðan) at Arngrímsgata 3 in Reykjavík is Iceland's principal library and the custodian of the country's printed and manuscript heritage. Founded in 1818, it holds over one million items including books, journals, newspapers, maps, manuscripts, photographs, music scores, and digital media. The library is the country's legal deposit library — every publication printed in Iceland must be submitted here. Its special collections include medieval Icelandic manuscripts, rare 16th-century printed books, a comprehensive newspaper archive dating to 1848, and one of the most complete collections of Icelandic music.

Reykjavik Art Museum

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Hnjótur - Minjasafn Egils Ólafssonar

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Hnjótur, eða Minjasafn Egils Ólafssonar, er merkilegur vitnisburður um ævilanga ástríðu eins manns fyrir því að safna og varðveita ríka sögu Vestfjarða. Þetta safn er staðsett í stórbrotinni náttúru og býður upp á fjölbreytta ferð um fortíð Íslands, frá sjávarútvegi og landbúnaði til flugs og sjóbjörgunar. Langhvíta byggingin, sem sést á myndinni, hýsir ótrúlega mikið safn muna sem bjóða gestum að kafa djúpt í arfleifð svæðisins.

Árbær Open Air Museum

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Árbær Open Air Museum is a cultural attraction in Capital Region. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

Icelandic Aviation Museum

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Icelandic Aviation Museum is a cultural attraction in North Iceland. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

Kjarvalsstaðir

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Kjarvalsstaðir is a cultural attraction in Capital Region. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

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Stofnun Árna Magnússonar í íslenskum fræðum

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Kafaðu inn í hjarta íslenskrar menningar hjá Stofnun Árna Magnússonar í íslenskum fræðum. Þessi mikilvæga stofnun varðveitir dýrmæt miðalda handrit þjóðarinnar og ríka tungumálaarfleifð hennar fyrir komandi kynslóðir.

East Iceland Heritage Museum

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East Iceland Heritage Museum is a cultural attraction in East Iceland. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

Eldheimar Museum

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Eldheimar Museum is a cultural attraction in South Iceland. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

Þjóðminjasafn Íslands

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Byggðasafnið á Skógum

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Upplifðu Byggðasafnið á Skógum, þar sem hefðbundin svört timburhús með grösugum þökum gefa heillandi innsýn í menningararfleifð Íslands. Rúmaðu þig um þetta útisafn, umkringt fornum steingarðum og gróskumiklum engjum, undir heiðbláum himni.

Grenjaðarstaður í Aðaldal

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Uppgötvaðu sjarma hefðbundinna íslenskra torfbæja á Grenjaðarstað, útivistarsafni á Norðurlandi. Þessar vel varðveittu byggingar, með sínum sérstæðu torfþökum og hvítum timburgöflum, bjóða upp á heillandi innsýn í dreifbýlisarfleifð og hugvit þjóðarinnar. Röltaðu um röð þessara einstöku bústaða og finndu fyrir áþreifanlegri tengingu við fortíðina.

Laufás

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Uppgötvaðu Laufás, fallega varðveittan prestsetur frá 19. öld sem sýnir táknræna torfbæi með lifandi grænum þökum og hvítum timburgaflum. Staðsettur í bakgrunni hæðótts landslags, býður hann upp á skýra innsýn í ríkan menningararf Íslands og einfaldara líf.

Samstaða á Oddeyri

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Perched on Akureyri's Oddeyri peninsula, Samstaða á Oddeyri is a powerful monument to the spirit of solidarity and the diligent hands that built the town. Its striking form commemorates the historic labor movements and the enduring strength of the Icelandic working class, offering a reflective pause in your Arctic journey.

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FlyOver Iceland

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FlyOver Iceland is a cultural attraction in Capital Region. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

Herring Era Museum

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Herring Era Museum is a cultural attraction in North Iceland. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

Husavík Whale Museum

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Husavík Whale Museum is a cultural attraction in North Iceland. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

Árbæjarsafn

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Stígðu aftur í tímann á Árbæjarsafni, opinberu útisafni Reykjavíkur. Kannaðu hefðbundin íslensk torfhús og sökktu þér niður í sveitalíf, varðveitandi og sýnandi ríka arfleifð Íslands.

Hafnarhús – Reykjavík Art Museum

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Hafnarhús is the harbour branch of the Reykjavík Art Museum, housed in a converted 1930s warehouse on the Old Harbour waterfront. It specialises in contemporary and modern Icelandic art and is famous for its permanent collection of works by pop-art icon Erró, whose donation of over 4,000 artworks forms the centrepiece of the museum. The industrial setting with its raw concrete and steel makes a striking backdrop for cutting-edge art exhibitions.

Reyðarfjörður – WWII Exhibitions

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Reyðarfjörður was the site of the largest Allied military base in Iceland during World War II, with up to 30,000 British and American troops stationed here to protect the North Atlantic supply routes. The Icelandic Wartime Museum (Stríðsársafnið) in the town covers this little-known chapter of Icelandic history with original artefacts, personal testimonies and atmospheric exhibits recreating life at the base. The fjord itself is one of East Iceland's widest and most scenic.

Skriðuklaustur

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Skriðuklaustur is a museum in East Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Kröflustöð

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Kröflustöð is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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Heimilisiðnaðarsafnið Textile Museum

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Heimilisiðnaðarsafnið Textile Museum is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Gljúfrasteinn

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Gljúfrasteinn is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Arctic Photo

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Arctic Photo is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Fyssa

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Fyssa is a public sculpture by Icelandic artist Rúrí, located in Reykjavík. The artwork consists of two tall stone-like vertical forms positioned closely together, creating a narrow passage that invites viewers to move between them and experience the space physically. Rúrí’s work often explores themes related to sound, silence, and the human relationship with the environment. In Fyssa, the sculptural forms shape how wind, movement, and proximity affect perception, turning a simple walk-through space into an experiential encounter with the surrounding atmosphere. The piece reflects the artist’s long-standing interest in how sculpture can influence awareness of place and invite visitors to slow down and engage more closely with their environment.

Samgöngusafnið á Ystabæ

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Stígðu inn í Samgöngusafnið á Ystabæ á Norðurlandi og ferðastu í gegnum einstaka bílasögu þjóðarinnar. Raðir af glansandi fornökutækjum og áberandi gul flugvél hangandi yfir höfði segja sögu þess hvernig Íslendingar sigruðu hrjóstrugt landslag sitt.

Kirkjubæjastofa

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Kirkjubæjastofa er nútímalegt safn á Suðurlandi, einstaklega hannað með grænu þaki sem fellur óaðfinnanlega inn í nærliggjandi grashlíðar. Það veitir djúpa innsýn í ríka menningarsögu og arfleifð Íslands, með stórfenglegum fjöllum og fjarlægum fossum í bakgrunni.

Sjóminjasafnið Ósvör

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Ósvör is a museum in Westfjords, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

King Christian IX of Denmark

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King Christian IX of Denmark is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

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The Icelandic Phallological Museum

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The Icelandic Phallological Museum is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

The Agricultural Museum of Iceland

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The Agricultural Museum of Iceland is a museum in West Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Dansleikur

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Dansleikur is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Náttúrufræðistofa Kópavogs

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Náttúrufræðistofa Kópavogs er til húsa í áberandi, nútímalegri byggingu með náttúrulegum viði og stórum glerflötum og býður þér að kafa ofan í einstaka náttúruarfleifð Íslands. Uppgötvaðu jarðfræði, gróður og dýralíf eyjarinnar í gegnum grípandi sýningar, sem veita dýpri skilning á þessari ótrúlegu landi.

Tónlistarsafn Íslands

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Tónlistarsafn Íslands is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Hyrningar VI

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Hyrningar VI is a modern abstract sculpture located in Reykjavík, part of Iceland’s public art landscape. The work is defined by sharp, angular forms that interact with light, space, and the surrounding environment.

Þjóðminjasafn Íslands - varðveisla

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Þjóðminjasafn Íslands - varðveisla is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Selasetur Íslands

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Selasetur Íslands er staðsett í áberandi rauðri byggingu við sjóinn og býður upp á heillandi ferðalag inn í heim selanna og mikilvægi þeirra í íslenskri náttúru og menningu. Skoðaðu gagnvirkar sýningar og lærðu um þessi heillandi sjávarspendýr.

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Byggðasafn Húnvetninga og Strandamanna

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Byggðasafn Húnvetninga og Strandamanna is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Þjóðveldisbærinn

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Þjóðveldisbærinn is a museum in South Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Bardúsa verslunarminjasafn

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Bardúsa verslunarminjasafn is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Gallerí Fold

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Gallerí Fold is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Skaftfell. Center for Visual Art, East Iceland

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Skaftfell. Center for Visual Art, East Iceland is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Bríetarbrekka

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Bríetarbrekka is a public artwork located in the Capital Region of Iceland, designed as a landscape-based installation that merges art with its natural surroundings. Rather than being a traditional standalone sculpture, the work interacts with the terrain, inviting visitors to experience it through movement and perspective. The artwork reflects themes of memory, identity, and connection to place, encouraging visitors to engage with both the environment and the artistic concept. Its open setting allows the piece to change with light, weather, and seasons, making each visit slightly different. Bríetarbrekka is part of a broader tradition of Icelandic public art that integrates natural landscapes into artistic expression, creating spaces that are both visually striking and culturally meaningful.

Galdramaður

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Galdramaður is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Gólfþvottur

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Gólfþvottur (“Floor Washing”) is a sculpture by Icelandic artist Ásmundur Sveinsson, located in the sculpture environment associated with Ásmundarsafn in Reykjavík. The work reflects the artist’s interest in portraying everyday human activity through simplified yet powerful sculptural forms. Rather than depicting a heroic or historical subject, the sculpture focuses on a domestic task—floor washing—elevating ordinary labour into an artistic theme. This approach was central to Ásmundur’s vision, where physical movement and human effort became important subjects in modern Icelandic sculpture. Today, Gólfþvottur forms part of Reykjavík’s outdoor sculpture landscape and represents the artist’s broader contribution to shaping Iceland’s modern visual identity through public art.

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Helreiðin

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Helreiðin is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Kona að strokka

capital-region

Kona að strokka is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Landkönnuðurinn Þorfinnur karlsefni

capital-region

Landkönnuðurinn Þorfinnur karlsefni is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Móðir Jörð

capital-region

Móðir Jörð is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Tröllkona

capital-region

Discover Tröllkona, a stunning rock formation said to be a petrified troll woman gazing forever out to sea. From this captivating viewpoint, soak in panoramic vistas of the rugged Reykjanes peninsula and the vast, beautiful Atlantic Ocean.

Veðurspámaður

capital-region

Perched on a scenic viewpoint, the captivating "Veðurspámaður" sculpture invites you to gaze upon Reykjavík's skyline and the vast Faxaflói Bay. Beyond its artistic charm, it offers a whimsical take on traditional weather prediction, making it a perfect spot for reflection and photography.

Landslag

capital-region

Landslag is a public artwork in Capital Region, Iceland, contributing to the country's rich tradition of public art and creative expression.

Gljúfrasteinn - hús skáldsins

capital-region

Hús tímans – hús skáldsins vísar til heimilisins Gljúfrasteins, þar sem Halldór Laxness bjó og skrifaði. Það er staðsett í Mosfellsdalur og er í dag safn tileinkað lífi og verkum hans.

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Fiska- og Náttúrugripasafn (Sæheimar)

south-iceland

Sæheimar fiskasafnið og náttúrugripasafnið á Vestmannaeyjum býður upp á heillandi innsýn í einstakt lífríki sjávar og fuglalíf Íslands. Byggingin, skreytt áberandi lunda-líkneski, býður gestum að skoða staðbundnar fisktegundir og fræðast um náttúrusögu svæðisins.

Industry Museum

north-iceland

Industry Museum is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Landnámssetur Íslands

west-iceland

Landnámssetrið í Borgarnesi, staðsett við fjörð og með snæviþakin fjöll í bakgrunni, vekur sögur og landnámsögu Íslands til lífs. Í heillandi byggingum með grænum gluggakörmum býður það upp á djúpa innsýn í ríkan menningararf landsins.

Hraunmiðstöðin

south-iceland

Kannaðu stórbrotið jarðfræðilegt sögu Íslands á Hraunmiðstöðinni, margverðlaunuðu safni á Suðurlandi. Þessi gagnvirka, hátæknilega fræðslusýning býður upp á heillandi ferðalag í gegnum eldgosakrafta eyjarinnar, sem er hýst innan stórbrotinnar, eldfjallalagaðrar byggingar.

Lava Show Vík

south-iceland

Lava Show Vík is a cultural attraction in South Iceland. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

Litli Bær

westfjords

Litli Bær is a museum in Westfjords, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Nullid

capital-region

Nullid is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Safnahús Borgarfjarðar

west-iceland

Safnahús Borgarfjarðar is a museum in West Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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Amlóði

capital-region

Amlóði is a public artwork by Magnús Tómasson, located in Seltjarnarnes near Valhúsahæð. Commissioned in 1990 by the local cultural fund, the sculpture was officially unveiled in 1992. The work reflects Tómasson’s interest in abstract forms and symbolic interpretation. Its placement in an open landscape allows the sculpture to interact with its surroundings, inviting viewers to consider both the form itself and its relationship with the environment.

Pharmacy Museum

capital-region

Pharmacy Museum is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum

capital-region

Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Aðalstræti 10

capital-region

Aðalstræti 10 is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Listasafn ASÍ

capital-region

Listasafn ASÍ is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Safn Ásgríms Jónssonar

capital-region

Safn Ásgríms Jónssonar is a museum in Capital Region, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Gerðarsafn (Listasafn Kópavogs)

capital-region

Gerðarsafn, Listasafn Kópavogs, stendur sem tákn nútímahönnunar í miðju hrjóstrugu íslensku landslagi. Einstök byggingarlist þess, með bognum þökum og áberandi glerinngangi, hýsir grípandi sýningar sem kafa djúpt í íslenska list og menningararfleifð.

Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft

westfjords

Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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The Herring Era Museum

north-iceland

The Herring Era Museum is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

The East Iceland Heritage Museum

east-iceland

The East Iceland Heritage Museum is a museum in North Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Icelandic Wartime Museum

east-iceland

Icelandic Wartime Museum is a museum in East Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Norska húsið

westfjords

Uppgötvaðu íslenska arfleifð í Norska húsinu, áberandi svartri timburbyggingu með hvítum gluggakörmum. Þetta heillandi safn veitir innsýn í ríka menningarsögu eyjarinnar, staðsett í rólegu umhverfi Vestfjarða.

Pakkhús

west-iceland

Pakkhús er staðsett í einkennandi hvítri byggingu með grænu þaki og þjónar bæði sem safn og líflegur veitingastaður, sem býður upp á einstaka innsýn í menningar- og sögulegt efni Íslands. Stofnað árið 1932, sameinar það fallega matargerðarlist með ríkum arfleifðarsýningum, sem gerir það að eftirminnilegum áfangastað fyrir alla ferðalanga.

Viking World Museum

reykjanes

Viking World Museum is a museum in Reykjanes, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Pálshús Safn

north-iceland

Pálshús Safn er safn á Norðurlandi, á Íslandi. Þetta safn veitir innsýn í íslenska menningu, sögu og arfleifð, sem gerir það að áhugaverðum viðkomustað fyrir gesti á svæðinu. Hvíta timburhúsið með rauðum gluggakörmum er sérlega heillandi.

War and Peace Museum

west-iceland

War and Peace Museum is a museum in West Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

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Viking wax museum

south-iceland

Viking wax museum is a museum in South Iceland, Iceland. This museum offers insight into Icelandic culture, history, and heritage, making it a worthwhile stop for visitors to the area.

Herma

capital-region

Herma is an art gallery in Capital Region, Iceland. Iceland has a vibrant arts scene, and this gallery showcases local and international works in a unique Nordic setting.

Samgönguminjasafnið í Stóragerði

north-iceland

Stígðu aftur í tímann í Samgönguminjasafninu í Stóragerði, merkilegu samgöngusafni á Norðurlandi. Rúmaðu þig um sali fulla af tugum gallalaust varðveittra klassískra bíla og mótorhjóla, sem sýna þróun ferðalaga á Íslandi. Þetta er lifandi ferðalag í gegnum sögu bíla.

Reykjavík Maritime Museum

capital-region

Reykjavík Museum of Photography

capital-region

Reykjavík Museum of Photography is a cultural attraction in Capital Region. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

The Saga Museum

capital-region

Saga Museum brings Iceland’s Viking and medieval history to life through realistic figures and immersive storytelling in Reykjavík’s Old Harbour district.

The Settlement Center Borgarnes

west-iceland

Settlement Center Borgarnes is a cultural attraction in West Iceland. This museum offers visitors fascinating insights into Iceland's rich history and heritage. Explore captivating exhibitions and learn about the country's people, traditions and remarkable story from the age of the Vikings to today.

The Settlement Exhibition – Reykjavík 871±2

capital-region

Reykjanes Peninsula Private Day Tour - up to 9 passengers

From $20500