Skansinn Tours

For a captivating history lesson, check out the crumbling remnants of Skansinn and picture how it looked in its glory days.

This once-important structure is located in Vestmannaeyjar. Once you've seen all you can at Skansinn, take a look at nearby Eldfell Volcano, Eldfell & Helgafell, and Sagnheimar Byggðasafn.

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Lava Guesthouse

Lava Guesthouse

2.5 out of 5
per person
Sep 3 - Sep 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Reykjavik (RKV)
8.8/10 Excellent! (55 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Hotel Vestmannaeyjar

Hotel Vestmannaeyjar

3 out of 5
per person
Sep 3 - Sep 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Reykjavik (RKV)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (330 reviews)
Super walkable, very clean hotel. Our twin room was very small but fine for two for a night. A bit noisy, not voices but as if people were constantly moving furniture around in various rooms. Visited at the end of June and our room was SO hot. Happy we had good weather but the tiny window did nothing for temp control.

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Central Apartments

Central Apartments

3 out of 5
per person
Sep 3 - Sep 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Reykjavik (RKV)
No reviews
It is recommended to have an instruction on the use of the front door key. It is a bit trick particularly if you have never used such kind lock. The staff is very responsive.

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Popular places to visit

If you happen to be in Iceland, hop on a quick ferry ride to the Westman Islands. Here you can hike up the active Eldfell Volcano. On your way up you'll see the rocks change color, and spot a few active hot spots to feel the temperature rising from below. Make sure to get to the very top no matter how tired you are. It's a steep and rocky way up but the views from up there are astounding. #lifeatexpedia #travel #explore #iceland

Eldfell Volcano

5/5(8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Eldfell Volcano, a lovely green space in Vestmannaeyjar. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Eldfell Volcano
Seljalandsfoss showing a waterfall

Seljalandsfoss

5/5(155 reviews)

Creep into the extraordinary secret lair behind this cascade to see the ferocious carpet of water from every angle.

Seljalandsfoss

House Graveyard & Pompei of the North

3/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Vestmannaeyjar when you take a trip to House Graveyard & Pompei of the North. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

House Graveyard & Pompei of the North

Heimaklettur

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Heimaklettur, a lovely green space in Vestmannaeyjar. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Heimaklettur

Surtseyjarstofa

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Surtseyjarstofa in Vestmannaeyjar. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's entertainment venues.

Surtseyjarstofa

Sagnheimar Byggðasafn

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sagnheimar Byggðasafn in Vestmannaeyjar. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Sagnheimar Byggðasafn

Best Lodging Options Near Skansinn

Hotel Vestmannaeyjar
Hotel Vestmannaeyjar
3 out of 5
Vestmannabraut 28, Vestmannaeyjar, Southern Region
Hotel Vestmannaeyjar
Lava Guesthouse
Lava Guesthouse
2.5 out of 5
Bárustígur 13, Vestmannaeyjar, South Region
Lava Guesthouse
The New Post Office
The New Post Office
3.5 out of 5
Vestmannabraut 22, Vestmannaeyjar
The New Post Office
Guesthouse Hamar
Guesthouse Hamar
3 out of 5
Herjólfsgötu 4, Vestmannaeyjar, Southern Region
Guesthouse Hamar
Pier Apartments
Pier Apartments
4.5 out of 5
2 Básaskersbryggja, Vestmannaeyjar
Pier Apartments
Hotel Eyjar
Hotel Eyjar
3 out of 5
Bárustígur 2, Vestmannaeyjar, Southern Region
Hotel Eyjar
Guesthouse Árný
Guesthouse Árný
2.5 out of 5
Illugagata 7, Vestmannaeyjar, South Region
Guesthouse Árný
Luxury Ocean Villas
Luxury Ocean Villas
4.5 out of 5
Búhamar, Vestmannaeyjar
Luxury Ocean Villas
Ofanleiti Cottages
Ofanleiti Cottages
2.5 out of 5
Ofanleitsvegur 2, Vestmannaeyjar, South Region
Ofanleiti Cottages
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