Museums in
Iceland

Höggmyndagarðurinn

Capital Region

Discover the captivating, monumental works of Iceland's first sculptor, Einar Jónsson.

Minnisvarði ísfirskra sjómanna "Memorial to Ísafjörður Seamen"

Westfjords

A poignant bronze memorial honoring Ísafjörður's brave seamen, set against stunning Westfjords scenery.

House of Collections (Safnahúsið)

Capital Region

Explore Iceland’s culture, history, manuscripts, and art in one place at the House of Collections in downtown Reykjavik.

Samúel Jónsson Art Museum (Selárdalur)

Westfjords

A unique outdoor sculpture site in the Westfjords created by self-taught Icelandic artist Samúel Jónsson, featuring handmade concrete structures in a peaceful valley.

Fransmenn á Íslandi

southeast-iceland

Discover the enduring legacy of French fishermen in Iceland at this unique museum in Fáskrúðsfjörður.

Svarta keilan

reykjavik

A powerful monument in Reykjavik's park, symbolizing resistance against racial violence.

Gamla bókabúðin Flateyri "The Old Bookstore in Flateyri"

Westfjords

Step into history at Flateyri's charming Old Bookstore, a preserved relic of Icelandic literary heritage.

Torfahlaup

South Iceland

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)

South Iceland

Historic museum showcasing Iceland's fishing heritage in a beautifully preserved 19th-century building.

Keflavík & Reykjanes Art Museum

reykjanes

Keflavík is the main town on the Reykjanes Peninsula and the site of Iceland's international airport.

Westfjords Heritage Museum (Byggðasafn)

Westfjords

Explore maritime history in Ísafjörður's oldest wooden buildings, nestled beneath dramatic Westfjords peaks.

Laufás Historic Farm Museum

North Iceland

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.

Þjóðmenningarhúsið — The Culture House

Capital Region

Discover Iceland's cultural heart in a stunning historic building in downtown Reykjavík.

Hafnarborg — Arts Centre of Hafnarfjörður

Capital Region

The principal art museum of Iceland's 'elf town' Hafnarfjörður — permanent collection and major exhibitions.

Icelandic Punk Museum — Underground Music History

Capital Region

Punk rock museum in former toilet — Iceland's underground music history from 1980s.

Náttúrugripasafn Ólafsfjarðar

North Iceland

Discover Ólafsfjörður's Natural History Museum, a charming stop for local heritage amidst stunning mountain backdrops.

The Sorcerer Cottage

Westfjords

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Minja- og handverkshúsið Kört

Westfjords

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Hekla Information Center

South Iceland

Museum in South Iceland, Iceland.

Ljóðasetur Íslands

North Iceland

Discover the soul of Icelandic verse at Ljóðasetur Íslands, a charming poetry centre in North Iceland.

Múlastofa

North Iceland

Step into Iceland's past at Múlastofa, a charming museum preserving local history and culture.

Nýibær

North Iceland

Nýibær offers a captivating glimpse into 19th-century Icelandic farm life through its beautifully preserved turf houses.

Icelandic Horse History Center

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Kötlusetur - Katla visitor centre

South Iceland

Discover Katla's powerful history and Icelandic heritage in a charming grey building nestled by rugged mountains.

Hitavættur

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

The Bobby Fischer Center

South Iceland

Museum in South Iceland, Iceland.

Alda aldanna

South Iceland

Gaze upon a monumental sculpture embodying Iceland's ancient geological dance and timeless beauty.

Fallandi gengi

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Einar Benediktsson and the Lyric Harp

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Hafnarsaga

Capital Region

This striking metal sculpture tells Reykjavík's vibrant harbor story, blending history with modern art.

Gallery Underpass

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Tolli

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Olith

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Saga Centre

South Iceland

Delve into Iceland's rich history and cultural heritage at the Saga Centre, a modern museum in South Iceland.

Petra's Stone Collection

East Iceland

Discover Petra's lifelong passion for geological wonders in this unique East Icelandic stone museum.

Höfuðstöðin

Capital Region

Höfuðstöðin is an interactive geothermal exhibition in Reykjavík, showcasing Iceland’s renewable energy through immersive experiences.

Veiðisafnið

South Iceland

Discover Iceland's vital fishing and hunting heritage at Veiðisafnið, a cultural gem in South Iceland.

Rjómabúið á Baugsstöðum

South Iceland

Discover Rjómabúið á Baugsstöðum, a charming creamery museum in South Iceland, preserving dairy heritage.

Reykjanes awakens

reykjanes

Gallery in Reykjanes, Iceland.

Davíðshús - Home of Davíð Stefánsson

North Iceland

Step into the poetic world of Davíð Stefánsson at his preserved home museum in North Iceland.

The Boat-and gift of nature exhibition

Westfjords

Museum in Westfjords, Iceland.

The Exploration Museum (Könnunarsögusafnið)

North Iceland

Unravel the sagas of Viking exploration and astronaut training in Iceland at this unique museum.

Nonnahús

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Akureyri Toy Museum

North Iceland

Step into a whimsical world of childhood memories at Akureyri's charming Toy Museum.

Glaumbær

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Kvikan

reykjanes

Explore Iceland's rich fishing heritage and culture at Kvikan, a modern museum in Reykjanes.

Icelandic Emigration Center

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Safnasafnið

North Iceland

Discover Safnasafnið, a distinctive art museum in North Iceland, housed in charming white buildings.

National Gallery of Iceland

Capital Region

Discover a captivating collection of Icelandic art from the 19th century to contemporary masterpieces in Reykjavík.

Byggðasafn Snæfellinga og Hnappdæla

West Iceland

Explore Byggðasafn Snæfellinga og Hnappdæla, also known as The Norwegian House, a charming regional museum.

Víkurprjón — Vík Wool Factory

South Iceland

Experience traditional Icelandic wool production at Víkurprjón, a renowned workshop in Vík í Mýrdal.

Árnessýsla Folk Museum

South Iceland

Uncover South Iceland's rich heritage at Árnessýsla Folk Museum, nestled in charming historic buildings.

Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant

South Iceland

One of the world's largest geothermal power plants with an exhibition on renewable energy.

Bíldudalur – Sea Monster Museum

Westfjords

Dive into Westfjords' mysteries at Bíldudalur's Sea Monster Museum, housed in a unique, artfully decorated building.

Bolungarvík & Ósvör Maritime Museum

Westfjords

Experience 19th-century Icelandic fishing life at Ósvör Maritime Museum, nestled by the sea.

Borgarnes Settlement Centre

West Iceland

The Settlement Centre (Landnámssetur Íslands) in Borgarnes is one of Iceland's best museums, telling Iceland's Viking-age history through two immersive exhibit…

Einar Jónsson Museum — Iceland's Symbolic Sculptor

Capital Region

Iceland's great symbolic sculptor — free sculpture garden open year-round beside Hallgrímskirkja.

Whales of Iceland — Europe's Largest Whale Exhibition

Capital Region

23 life-size whale models suspended in Europe's largest whale exhibition at the Old Harbour.

Aurora Reykjavík — The Northern Lights Centre

Capital Region

Full aurora borealis exhibition with panoramic simulation room at the Old Harbour.

Perlan — Wonders of Iceland Museum

Capital Region

Experience Iceland's natural wonders, including a real indoor ice cave, within Reykjavík's iconic glass-domed Perlan.

Ásmundarsafn — Ásmundur Sveinsson Sculpture Museum

Capital Region

Sculptor Ásmundur Sveinsson's museum — modernist building with sculpture garden.

Heritage Museum Westfjords

Westfjords

Museum in Westfjords, Iceland.

Eiríksstaðir

West Iceland

Museum in West Iceland, Iceland.

Sænautasel

North Iceland

Step back in time at Sænautasel, a beautifully preserved turf farm museum nestled in North Iceland.

Icelandic Aviation museum

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Snorrastofa

West Iceland

Museum in South Iceland, Iceland.

Bjarnarhöfn Museum

West Iceland

Museum in West Iceland, Iceland.

Náttúrugripasafnið

East Iceland

Step inside this distinctive red building by the water to discover East Iceland's natural and cultural heritage.

Ferðalangur (The Traveller)

Capital Region

Journey through Iceland's epic sagas of exploration and the timeless spirit of the traveller.

Byggðasafn Hafnarfjarðar

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

The Culture House

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Art 67

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Slippurinn

North Iceland

Discover Iceland's maritime heritage at Slippurinn, a vibrant museum housed in a historic white building.

Sjóminja- og smiðjumunasafn Jósafats Hinrikssonar

East Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Skansinn

South Iceland

Museum in South Iceland, Iceland.

Nýlistasafnið

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Museum Of Design And Applied Art

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Art Gallery 101

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Mánárbakki Museum

North Iceland

Discover traditional turf-roofed homes and coastal heritage at this charming North Iceland museum.

Fótboltamaðurinn

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Eider Duck Museum

Westfjords

Museum in West Iceland, Iceland.

Duus Museum

West Iceland

Museum in Reykjanes, Iceland.

Kaolin Keramik Gallery

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Art Ceramic Studio Gallery

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

The Motorcycle Museum of Iceland

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Sauðaneshús Local Folk Museum

North Iceland

Step back in time at Sauðaneshús, a charming white house museum preserving Iceland's coastal heritage.

Steinasafn Auðuns (Audunns-mineral-collection)

East Iceland

Discover East Iceland's geological wonders at Audun's Mineral Collection, a treasure trove of unique stones.

The Ghost Centre

South Iceland

Museum in South Iceland, Iceland.

Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll

reykjanes

Museum in Reykjanes, Iceland.

I8 Gallery

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Náttúrugripasafn Skagafjarðar

North Iceland

Step into history at this unique turf-roofed museum, preserving Skagafjörður's rich cultural heritage.

Arctic Fox Centre

Westfjords

Museum in Westfjords, Iceland.

Sjóminjasafnið á Hellissandi

West Iceland

Discover Iceland's seafaring soul at Sjóminjasafnið á Hellissandi, set against the stunning Snæfellsjökull glacier.

Grenivík Fishing Museum

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

The Marshall House

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Icelandic Phallological Museum

Capital Region

Discover the world's only museum dedicated to phallology, showcasing unique specimens in Reykjavík.

Library of Water (Vatnasafn)

West Iceland

Experience Roni Horn's unique art installation, the Library of Water, showcasing Iceland's glacial essence.

Ósvör Maritime Museum

Westfjords

Restored turf fisherman's huts from 1900 showing Westfjords fishing history — authentic rowboat fishing station.

Arctic Henge (Heimskautsgervið)

North Iceland

Modern Stonehenge-inspired monument aligned with Arctic sun and seasons — unfinished but dramatic on Iceland's northernmost coast.

Árbæjarkirkja á Árbæjarsafni

reykjavik

Árbæjarkirkja is a historic church at Árbæjarsafn in Reykjavík, preserving traditional Icelandic church architecture.

National Library of Iceland

Capital Region

Guardian of Iceland's literary heritage — manuscripts, sagas, and 500 years of printed history.

Reykjavik Art Museum

Capital Region

Three venues across Reykjavík showcasing Iceland's greatest art collections.

Hnjótur - Minjasafn Egils Ólafssonar "Hnjótur Museum"

Westfjords

Discover a unique private collection of Icelandic history, from aviation to fishing, in the remote Westfjords.

Árbær Open Air Museum

Capital Region

A living village of 20+ historic Icelandic buildings — step into life as it was 100 years ago.

Icelandic Aviation Museum

North Iceland

Iceland's collection of historic aircraft, from vintage biplanes to Cold War jets.

Kjarvalsstaðir

Capital Region

Dedicated to Iceland's most beloved painter, Jóhannes S. Kjarval, in leafy Klambratún.

Árnasafn Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies

Capital Region

Explore Iceland's priceless medieval manuscripts and linguistic legacy at Árni Magnússon Institute.

East Iceland Heritage Museum

East Iceland

A comprehensive natural history and cultural museum in Egilsstaðir.

Eldheimar Museum

South Iceland

Museum preserving house buried in 1973 eruption

National Museum of Iceland

Capital Region

Explore 1,200 years of Icelandic history, from Viking sagas to modern heritage at this central institution.

Byggðasafnið á Skógum

South Iceland

Discover Byggðasafnið á Skógum, where iconic black turf houses with vibrant green roofs blend into Iceland's stunning landscape.

Grenjaðarstaður í Aðaldal

North Iceland

Step back in time at Grenjaðarstaður, an open-air museum showcasing iconic Icelandic turf houses.

Laufás

North Iceland

Step back in time at Laufás, a picturesque turf farm museum showcasing traditional Icelandic life.

Samstaða á Oddeyri

North Iceland

A poignant monument in Akureyri celebrating solidarity and the enduring spirit of Icelandic workers.

FlyOver Iceland

Capital Region

A cinematic flying experience over Iceland's most iconic landscapes.

Herring Era Museum

North Iceland

The story of the 'Silver of the Sea' — how herring built North Iceland and collapsed overnight.

Husavík Whale Museum

North Iceland

Dedicated entirely to whales — with full skeletons and the science of cetacean life.

Árbær Farm Museum

Capital Region

Step back in time at Árbær Farm Museum, exploring traditional Icelandic turf houses and rural life.

Hafnarhús – Reykjavík Art Museum

Capital Region

Hafnarhús is the harbour branch of the Reykjavík Art Museum, housed in a converted 1930s warehouse on the Old Harbour waterfront.

Reyðarfjörður – WWII Exhibitions

East Iceland

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 …

Skriðuklaustur

East Iceland

Museum in East Iceland, Iceland.

Kröflustöð

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Heimilisiðnaðarsafnið Textile Museum

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Gljúfrasteinn

West Iceland

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Arctic Photo

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Fyssa

Capital Region

Fyssa is a striking public sculpture by Rúrí in Reykjavík that explores sound, space, and perception through minimalist architectural forms.

Ystafell Transporation museum

North Iceland

Explore Iceland's fascinating transport history, from vintage cars to a suspended airplane.

Kirkjubæjastofa

South Iceland

Discover Iceland's heritage in a stunning museum whose green roof blends into the dramatic landscape.

Sjóminjasafnið Ósvör

Westfjords

Museum in Westfjords, Iceland.

King Christian IX of Denmark

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

The Icelandic Phallological Museum

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

The Agricultural Museum of Iceland

West Iceland

Museum in West Iceland, Iceland.

Dansleikur

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Náttúrufræðistofa Kópavogs

Capital Region

Explore Iceland's incredible natural world in a striking, modern building in Kópavogur.

Tónlistarsafn Íslands

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Hyrningar VI

Capital Region

Hyrningar VI is a modern abstract sculpture in Reykjavík, known for its angular design and interaction with light and space.

Þjóðminjasafn Íslands - varðveisla

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Selasetur Íslands (Seal Center)

North Iceland

Discover Iceland's fascinating seal life and coastal heritage within this iconic red building in North Iceland.

Byggðasafn Húnvetninga og Strandamanna

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Þjóðveldisbærinn

South Iceland

Museum in South Iceland, Iceland.

Bardúsa verslunarminjasafn

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Gallerí Fold

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Skaftfell. Center for Visual Art, East Iceland

East Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Bríetarbrekka

Capital Region

Bríetarbrekka is a public artwork in the Capital Region of Iceland, blending landscape and artistic expression.

Galdramaður

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Gólfþvottur

Capital Region

Gólfþvottur is a modernist sculpture in Reykjavík highlighting everyday labour and human movement through the expressive style of Ásmundur Sveinsson.

Helreiðin

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Kona að strokka

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Landkönnuðurinn Þorfinnur karlsefni

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Móðir Jörð

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Tröllkona

Capital Region

Witness the majestic 'Troll Woman' rock formation guarding the dramatic Reykjanes coastline.

Veðurspámaður

Capital Region

Discover Reykjavík's panoramic vistas from this unique weather-prophet sculpture.

Landslag

Capital Region

Artwork in Capital Region, Iceland.

Gljúfrasteinn - hús skáldsins

Capital Region

Gljúfrasteinn, home of Nobel laureate Halldór Laxness, is a preserved writer’s house museum in Mosfellsdalur.

Sæheimar Aquarium

South Iceland

Discover Vestmannaeyjar's marine life and puffins at this charming aquarium and natural history museum.

Industry Museum

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

The Settlement Center

West Iceland

Explore Iceland's Viking heritage and sagas amidst stunning West Iceland scenery.

Lava Centre

South Iceland

Discover Iceland's fiery heart at the Lava Centre, an award-winning, interactive volcanic museum.

Lava Show Vík

South Iceland

Experience real flowing lava in a safe indoor show — the only one of its kind in the world.

Litli Bær

Westfjords

Museum in Westfjords, Iceland.

Nullid

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Safnahús Borgarfjarðar

West Iceland

Museum in West Iceland, Iceland.

Amlóði

Capital Region

Amlóði is a public sculpture in Seltjarnarnes, created by Magnús Tómasson and located near Valhúsahæð.

Pharmacy Museum

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Aðalstræti 10

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Listasafn ASÍ

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Safn Ásgríms Jónssonar

Capital Region

Museum in Capital Region, Iceland.

Gerðarsafn

Capital Region

Explore modern Icelandic art and heritage in a distinctive building with curved roofs and a striking glass atrium.

Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft

Westfjords

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

The Herring Era Museum

North Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

The East Iceland Heritage Museum

East Iceland

Museum in North Iceland, Iceland.

Icelandic Wartime Museum

East Iceland

Museum in East Iceland, Iceland.

Norwegian House

Westfjords

Step into history at Norwegian House, a striking black timber museum in the Westfjords.

Pakkhús

West Iceland

Step back in time at Pakkhús, a charming museum and restaurant in West Iceland, preserving local heritage.

Viking World Museum

reykjanes

Museum in Reykjanes, Iceland.

Pálshús Museum

North Iceland

Explore Icelandic heritage in this charming white wooden museum with striking red trim, nestled in North Iceland.

War and Peace Museum

West Iceland

Museum in West Iceland, Iceland.

Viking wax museum

South Iceland

Museum in South Iceland, Iceland.

Herma

Capital Region

Gallery in Capital Region, Iceland.

Samgönguminjasafnið í Stóragerði

North Iceland

Explore a captivating collection of vintage cars and motorcycles at this North Iceland transportation museum.

Reykjavík Maritime Museum

Capital Region

Explore Iceland's fishing heritage aboard a real Coast Guard vessel at the old harbour.

Reykjavík Museum of Photography

Capital Region

Four million photographs document Iceland's visual history — a treasure trove in the city library.

The Saga Museum

Capital Region

Journey through Iceland's dramatic Viking and medieval history with lifelike figures and immersive sagas.

The Settlement Center Borgarnes

West Iceland

Two unmissable exhibitions on the Settlement of Iceland and Egil's Saga in Borgarnes.

The Settlement Exhibition – Reykjavík 871±2

Capital Region

Archaeological remains of Viking longhouse

Skógar Folk Museum

South Iceland

Discover Iceland's rich past at Skógar Folk Museum, where traditional turf houses and 15,000 artifacts bring history to life.

Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft

Westfjords

Iceland's most unusual museum — exploring its dark history of 17th-century sorcery trials.