Title: Visit Northern Iceland: Best of Northern Iceland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Northern-Iceland-Hotels.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Northern-Iceland-Vacation-Rentals.d6054683.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Iceland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northern Iceland ## Travel Guide ![Godafoss which includes a cascade and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192522/08560b79-c833-4d64-8452-74185a7bd9e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Godafoss which includes a cascade and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192522/08560b79-c833-4d64-8452-74185a7bd9e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri which includes modern architecture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562620398/c490a848-27bb-4019-92f1-0af87d37e37a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102184/33a4c9fa-9ab0-4b40-9e40-f4dd69655521.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Namafjall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102200/2eb43006-de4d-4300-8ba3-ea0194beab6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Iceland Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Northern Iceland ![Iceland is stunning! There is so much natural beauty just everywhere you turn.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/302/428367e6-a129-4ad5-bd96-77312f6442b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Akureyri City Center 4.5/5(40 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Akureyri-Akureyri-City-Center.dx553248635976398910) ![Fishing town of Husavik at sunset, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976398761/a3785a3a-aee9-4627-9199-d22c9c52f2c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oddeyrin 4.5/5(3 area reviews) When in Oddeyrin, you can plan a visit to Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Akureyri-Oddeyrin.dx553248635976398761) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Akureyri-Giljahverfi.dx553248635976396131) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Northern-Iceland.dx6054683.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Northern Iceland Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Northern Iceland ![Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4135800/4135720/f56245bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels Thingvallastraeti 23 Akureyri Northeastern Region $143 nightly $165 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) place amazing, parking available and the restaurant was awesome incredible food Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026&selected=4135720&PinnedHotelID=4135720&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054683) ![Fosshotel Myvatn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17820000/17814100/17814034/26754cb8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fosshotel Myvatn Grímsstaoir, Skutustaoahreppur Myvatn $147 nightly $169 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Myvatn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (764 reviews) Beautiful hotel, completely spotless everywhere, restaurant served delicious dinner and breakfast and the bar had a great variety. Staff were wonderful such warm and friendly service from check in desk through to restaurant and bar. It’s in a great location to explore the geothermal area of Mývatn. ... Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026&selected=17814034&PinnedHotelID=17814034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054683) ![Centrum Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27060000/27057400/27057386/6e9ec410_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Centrum Hotel Hafnarstræti 102 Akureyri Northeast Region $178 nightly $205 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Matthiasarhus are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (511 reviews) Nice clean rooms, hotel has a nice restaurant and bar and is centrally located. Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F4%2F2026&endDate=3%2F5%2F2026&selected=27057386&PinnedHotelID=27057386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054683) [See all 365 properties in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026®ionId=6054683) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![K16 apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19242900/19242808/3cd5a7ba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### K16 apartments Kaupvangstræti 16 Akureyri Stay at this apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Matthiasarhus are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (583 reviews) Lovely clean and spacious apaetment with large lounge with well-equipped kitchen and separate bedroom with large very comfortable bed. Great location and from the balcony, we could see across to the beautiful church and thrn downwards to the sea and mountains beyond. It was so close to the high street, ... Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Akureyri-Hotels-K16-Apartments.h19242808.Hotel-Information) ![Hvammstangi Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21210000/21206600/21206593/d8bcb2c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hvammstangi Cottages Kirkjuhvammur Hvammstangi Northwestern Region Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Hvammstangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Icelandic Seal Center Museum and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (220 reviews) Great little cottages. Spacious, comfortable. Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hvammstangi-Hotels-Hvammstangi-Cottages.h21206593.Hotel-Information) ![Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30550000/30545900/30545835/d15cb407_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses Búðartröð 2 Akureyri Stay at this apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 hot tubs. Popular attractions Laxdal House and Akureyri Botanical Garden are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews) Spotless modern comfortable accommodation. Warm and well appointed- spa fab - plenty of hot water. Great views and very helpful staff with excellent communication. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Northern Iceland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Myvatn showing a lake or waterhole and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494669/fcc4d140-cd86-4369-9b5c-8ec4baa36067.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Myvatn Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Myvatn-Myvatn.d553248621532494669.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aurora over the winter forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/737624990692331520/e6f3b470-2ced-41a5-ad58-5d6c1cd4860a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Forest Lagoon You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern light views and shops. [](https://expedia.com/Forest-Lagoon-Akureyri.d737624990692331520.Vacation-Attraction) ![Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165883/9e6a66e2-6b59-4eb7-8494-34c4e608ed5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Myvatn Nature Baths Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site. [](https://expedia.com/Myvatn-Nature-Baths-Myvatn.d6165883.Vacation-Attraction) ![Godafoss featuring a cascade and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192522/831519da-6894-4729-98cc-3b4e686c1a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Godafoss-Laugar.d6192522.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dettifoss which includes a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102206/e2147899-e992-45a1-a1d6-8bf51c813d2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dettifoss Marvel at the dynamism of nature at this waterfall, which is the highlight in a series of chutes along the river. [](https://expedia.com/Dettifoss-Northeastern-Region.d6102206.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akureyri featuring modern architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562620398/b8c10f15-a9f0-4c77-a022-f764dc9d86cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Hof-Cultural-Center-And-Conference-Hall-Akureyri-City-Center.d553248621562620398.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/514985/0a6b16fc-aa06-415d-908b-f206b4e841b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets $258 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/golden-circle.a514985.activity-details) ![Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48902523/10eb9e01-b86e-4e05-adb2-d135264b4605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket $33 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/reykjavik-saga-museum-entry-ticket.a48902523.activity-details) ![Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4089054/e21049b7-2366-4b80-9fd4-da330b9a42c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik $102 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/whale-watching-cruise-on-a-yacht-in-reykjavik.a4089054.activity-details) ![Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4039509/243beb09-d8c5-4e6a-a1ef-09bb8a75634c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik $87 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/whale-watching-and-marine-life-tour-in-reykjavik.a4039509.activity-details) ![FlyOver Iceland – Reykjavík](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50302375/b344d3ee-e148-4e4b-81fd-c49d862830e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### FlyOver Iceland – Reykjavík $45 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/flyover-iceland-reykjavik.a50302375.activity-details) ![Northern Lights Ocean Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/180626/897f6fb1-03de-4258-bc0f-6dff6b350dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Northern Lights Ocean Cruise $106 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/northern-lights-ocean-cruise.a180626.activity-details) [See all activities in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Northern Iceland ![Akureyri featuring a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/302/666d86cf-8de7-4ac6-9df1-27be82a938ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Akureyri ![Caption---- Shore in Husavik, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1551/8aaca028-3c7a-4484-b5fa-7e83e30d8804.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Husavik ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3070/a326bec2-8def-454e-883a-f0e28395b7e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sauðárkrókur ![Icelandic landscape - mountains in clouds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6375/351a887b-dbaa-4bc1-8dec-fccbc7556c69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Blönduós - Cities near Northern Iceland - Places of interest [Akureyri](https://expedia.com/Akureyri.dx302)[Husavik](https://expedia.com/Husavik.dx1551)[Sauðárkrókur](https://expedia.com/Sauarkrokur.dx3070)[Blönduós](https://expedia.com/Blonduos.dx6375)[Hvammstangi](https://expedia.com/Hvammstangi.dx7761)[Myvatn](https://expedia.com/Myvatn.dx8842)[Olafsfjordur](https://expedia.com/Olafsfjordur.dx9174)[Kopasker](https://expedia.com/Kopasker.dx9233)[Raufarhofn](https://expedia.com/Raufarhofn.dx9667)[Thorshofn](https://expedia.com/Thorshofn.dx10055)[Laugar](https://expedia.com/Laugar.dx6035418)[Ljosavatn](https://expedia.com/Ljosavatn.dx6135103)[Dalvik](https://expedia.com/Dalvik.dx6135743)[Draflastadir](https://expedia.com/Draflastadir.dx6138567)[Varmahlid](https://expedia.com/Varmahlid.dx6145073)[Bakki](https://expedia.com/Bakki.dx6192398)[Hals](https://expedia.com/Hals.dx6192526)[Holar](https://expedia.com/Holar.dx6192532)[Skutustadir](https://expedia.com/Skutustadir.dx6192547)[Sprengisandur](https://expedia.com/Sprengisandur.dx6192548)[Svalbard](https://expedia.com/Svalbard.dx6192552)[Skinnastadur](https://expedia.com/Skinnastadur.dx6193460)[Vesturhopsholar](https://expedia.com/Vesturhopsholar.dx6254890)[Thorfinnsstadir](https://expedia.com/Thorfinnsstadir.dx6263862)[Vididalstunga](https://expedia.com/Vididalstunga.dx6265757) - [Vatnajökull National Park ](https://expedia.com/Vatnajokull-National-Park-Iceland.d553248621533098981.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Myvatn ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Myvatn-Myvatn.d553248621532494669.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vatnajokull ](https://expedia.com/Vatnajokull-Iceland.d6054696.Vacation-Attraction) - [Forest Lagoon ](https://expedia.com/Forest-Lagoon-Akureyri.d737624990692331520.Vacation-Attraction) - [Myvatn Nature Baths ](https://expedia.com/Myvatn-Nature-Baths-Myvatn.d6165883.Vacation-Attraction) - [Godafoss ](https://expedia.com/Godafoss-Laugar.d6192522.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dettifoss ](https://expedia.com/Dettifoss-Northeastern-Region.d6102206.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall ](https://expedia.com/Hof-Cultural-Center-And-Conference-Hall-Akureyri-City-Center.d553248621562620398.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hvitserkur ](https://expedia.com/Hvitserkur-Hvammstangi.d553248635810250723.Vacation-Attraction) - [Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths ](https://expedia.com/Geosea-Geothermal-Sea-Baths-Husavik.d553248635977402150.Vacation-Attraction) - [Husavik Harbour ](https://expedia.com/Husavik-Harbour-Husavik.d6102214.Vacation-Attraction) - [Akureyri Botanical Garden ](https://expedia.com/Akureyri-Botanical-Garden-Akureyri.d6102186.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dimmuborgir ](https://expedia.com/Dimmuborgir-Myvatn.d6102198.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mount Maelifell ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Maelifell-Skagafjorour.d553248631353611224.Vacation-Attraction) - [Akureyri Church ](https://expedia.com/Akureyri-Church-Akureyri-City-Center.d6102184.Vacation-Attraction) - [Skagafjordur Folk Museum ](https://expedia.com/Skagafjordur-Folk-Museum-Skagafjorour.d6102176.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of Akureyri ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Akureyri-Akureyri.d6102182.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hveravellir Hot Springs ](https://expedia.com/Hveravellir-Hot-Springs-Northwestern-Region.d6102256.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hlidarfjall ](https://expedia.com/Hlidarfjall-Akureyri.d6102266.Vacation-Attraction) - [Krafla Volcano ](https://expedia.com/Krafla-Volcano-Northeastern-Region.d6102196.Vacation-Attraction) - [Icelandic Seal Center Museum ](https://expedia.com/Icelandic-Seal-Center-Museum-Hvammstangi.d6264194.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hverfjall Crater ](https://expedia.com/Hverfjall-Crater-Myvatn.d6102194.Vacation-Attraction) - [Jokulsargljufur National Park ](https://expedia.com/Jokulsargljufur-National-Park-Northeastern-Region.d6102208.Vacation-Attraction) - [Blonduos Church ](https://expedia.com/Blonduos-Church-Blonduos.d6102170.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hlidarfjall Akureyri ](https://expedia.com/Hlidarfjall-Akureyri-Akureyri.d553248621532494664.Vacation-Attraction) - [Húsavík Whale Museum ](https://expedia.com/Husavik-Whale-Museum-Husavik.d553248621532494673.Vacation-Attraction) - [Namafjall ](https://expedia.com/Namafjall-Myvatn.d6102200.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sulur ](https://expedia.com/Sulur-Akureyri.d6102190.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ásbyrgi ](https://expedia.com/Asbyrgi-Skinnastadur.d6102218.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hverarondor Hverir ](https://expedia.com/Hverarondor-Hverir-Myvatn.d553248621532494681.Vacation-Attraction) - 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