Northern Iceland
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Where to stay in Northern Iceland

Akureyri City Center
If you're spending some time in Akureyri City Center, Akureyri Church and Centre for Visual Arts are top sights worth seeing.

Oddeyrin
When in Oddeyrin, you can plan a visit to Akureyri Church and Forest Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Giljahverfi
Though Giljahverfi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Akureyri Church.

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Popular places to visit

Lake Myvatn
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Myvatn during your travels in Skutustadir. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Myvatn Nature Baths
Explore the great outdoors at Myvatn Nature Baths, a lovely green space in Skutustadir. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Godafoss
Explore the great outdoors at Godafoss, a lovely green space in Laugar.

Akureyri Church
Find out about the history of Akureyri with a stop at Akureyri Church. Discover the northern light views in this walkable area, or seek out the horseback riding.

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
Learn about the events happening at Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall during your trip to Akureyri. Discover the northern light views in this walkable area, or seek out the horseback riding.

Hvitserkur
You can find out about the history of Hvammstangi when you stop by Hvitserkur. Wander the riverfront and beaches while you're in the area.
- Vatnajökull National Park
- Lake Myvatn
- Vatnajokull
- Forest Lagoon
- Myvatn Nature Baths
- Godafoss
- Dettifoss
- Akureyri Church
- Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
- Hvitserkur
- Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths
- Skagafjordur Folk Museum
- Hlidarfjall
- Akureyri Botanical Garden
- Husavik Harbour
- University of Akureyri
- Icelandic Seal Center Museum
- Dimmuborgir
- Jokulsargljufur National Park
- Mount Maelifell
- Blonduos Church
- Hverfjall Crater
- Krafla Volcano
- Hveravellir Hot Springs
- Ásbyrgi
- Namafjall
- Hlidarfjall Akureyri
- Reykjafoss Waterfall
- Icelandic Aviation Museum
- Kolufossar Falls
- The Herring Era Museum
- Arctic Henge