Northern Iceland
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Iceland
Where to stay in Northern Iceland
Akureyri City Center
Though Akureyri City Center might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon.
Oddeyrin
When in Oddeyrin, you can plan a visit to Akureyri Botanical Garden 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 Mud Pots.
Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
We loved this spot and the whole town! Such an inviting little community and the botanical garden was only minutes away! The hotel was so clean and staff were amazing! Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
The hotel staff allows us to check in early. The food in the hotel restaurant is great. However, not much dining options in the town. Close the a few tourist attractions around Lake Myvatn. Along the ring road, so very convenient. Guest can sign up to receive Aurora phone call if they spot one.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025
Hotel Akureyri
Staff were very good. Room was small but exactly what a solo traveller needs and priced accordingly.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
K16 apartments
Very easy to use communal laundry facility and kitchen reasonably equipped. Staff was very responsive, kind and helpful with keeping bags early etc. Provided extra sheet since duvets make me too hot Clean & well kept place.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses
Very cute and restful stay. Everything was excellent, totally recommend.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025
North Mountain View Suites
If I could give this place 10 stars I would! It had a private hot tub as advertised which was wonderful. We saw the Northern lights every night we were here. No tours needed, just look out your window. It was appointed with a kitchen which we used on several occasions to get a break from the food ...
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Popular places to visit
Lake Myvatn
Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland.
Myvatn Nature Baths
Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site.
Godafoss
Appreciate a view of the impressive horseshoe shape of the Waterfall of the Gods and go hiking alongside the foamy rapids of the Skjálfandafljót River.
Dettifoss
Marvel at the dynamism of nature at this waterfall, which is the highlight in a series of chutes along the river.
Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
Whether you are attending a conference or want to be entertained by music, theater or art, this waterfront building has it covered.
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.
Things to do
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink
- Lake Myvatn
- Vatnajökull National Park
- Vatnajokull
- Forest Lagoon
- Myvatn Nature Baths
- Godafoss
- Dettifoss
- Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
- Hvitserkur
- Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths
- Akureyri Church
- University of Akureyri
- Skagafjordur Folk Museum
- Husavik Harbour
- Akureyri Botanical Garden
- Hveravellir Hot Springs
- Jokulsargljufur National Park
- Icelandic Seal Center Museum
- Dimmuborgir
- Blonduos Church
- Mount Maelifell
- Hverfjall Crater
- Ásbyrgi
- Namafjall
- Krafla Volcano
- Illugastadir seal watching
- Hlidarfjall
- Arctic Henge
- Reykjafoss Waterfall
- Hverarondor Hverir
- Icelandic Aviation Museum