Title: Things to Do in Northern Iceland in 2026 | Expedia.com [Northern Iceland Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Northern-Iceland.dx6054683)[Hotels in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Northern-Iceland-Hotels.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northern Iceland](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Flights)[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) # Things to do in Northern Iceland ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northern Iceland Types of activities Where to stay [Northern Iceland Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Northern-Iceland.dx6054683) ![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) ### Northern Iceland Attractions If you're ready to discover the best of Northern Iceland, join a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6054683&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and have a friendly guide show you some of the most popular sights. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {39 fun activities in Northern Iceland [fun activities in Northern Iceland](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6054683&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth checking out. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Northern Iceland must see attractions ### 1\. Lake Myvatn Discover a lunar-like landscape of craters, geothermal caves, bubbling mud pools, sulphur springs and twisted rock formations when you explore the area around Lake Myvatn. This large body of fresh water was formed more than 2,000 years ago by a massive eruption, and the surroundings are still volcanically active. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Lake-Myvatn-Myvatn.d553248621532494669.Vacation-Attraction) ![Blue lake in Hverir Myvatn geothermal area, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494669/3690543a-b6b1-4f0f-970d-762fe05111bd.jpg) ### 2\. Myvatn Nature Baths Mývatn Nature Baths consists of a lagoon fed by natural hot springs amid picturesque terrain. Feel rising jets of vapor engulf you in the steam room, before you relax in the warm waters of the vast pool. The baths draw hot water from a depth of 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) below the ground. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Myvatn-Nature-Baths-Myvatn.d6165883.Vacation-Attraction) ![Myvatn Nature Baths which includes a hot spring and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165883/0c46ab2f-baa2-4617-8b47-e69f9589681a.jpg) ### 3\. Godafoss One of Iceland’s most famous attractions, Godafoss is a glorious arch of falls with a width of 98 feet (30 meters). The roar of the line of water smashing through the river surface below is as loud as the waterfall is picturesque. Clamber over precarious rocks for a view from above the falls. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Godafoss-Laugar.d6192522.Vacation-Attraction) ![Godafoss which includes a cascade, mist or fog and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192522/14070581-6f4f-489a-aa62-19c1f1df6abe.jpg) ### 4\. Dettifoss Dettifoss is a powerful tour de force with an extraordinary rush of foamy water spiraling down a cliff. The roaring waterfall drops a distance of 147 feet (45 meters) and has a width of 328 feet (100 meters). Hike around the picturesque region to reach the waterfall and admire its vastness. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Dettifoss-Northeastern-Region.d6102206.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dettifoss showing a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102206/a909ba43-1073-4ec7-8532-fd7ee3787978.jpg) ### 5\. Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall Treat yourself to a rich program of artistic endeavors at the Hof Cultural Center and Conference Hall. Take in musicals, concerts, children's shows, stand up performances, art exhibitions and much more. This circular building covered in Icelandic columnar basalt sits on the edge of a harbor. Before going inside, devote a few minutes to studying the building’s impressive form. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.com/Hof-Cultural-Center-And-Conference-Hall-Akureyri-City-Center.d553248621562620398.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akureyri which includes modern architecture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562620398/c490a848-27bb-4019-92f1-0af87d37e37a.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Northern Iceland | Number of things to do | 39 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sagas Streets and Sights Self Guided Walk in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/self-guided-walk-through-reykjaviks-highlights.a49648136.activity-details): $8 | | Top 5 things to do | [City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-reykjavik-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-optional-extras.a343422.activity-details)[The Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater & Blue Lagoon Visit](/things-to-do/the-golden-circle-kerid-volcanic-crater-blue-lagoon-visit.a514906.activity-details)[Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets](/things-to-do/golden-circle-kerid-crater-blue-lagoon-admission-tickets.a514985.activity-details)[Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/reykjavik-saga-museum-entry-ticket.a48902523.activity-details)[Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/whale-watching-cruise-on-a-yacht-in-reykjavik.a4089054.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Sagas Streets and Sights Self Guided Walk in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/self-guided-walk-through-reykjaviks-highlights.a49648136.activity-details) | | With kids | [City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-reykjavik-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-optional-extras.a343422.activity-details)[The Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater & Blue Lagoon Visit](/things-to-do/the-golden-circle-kerid-volcanic-crater-blue-lagoon-visit.a514906.activity-details)[Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets](/things-to-do/golden-circle-kerid-crater-blue-lagoon-admission-tickets.a514985.activity-details)[Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/reykjavik-saga-museum-entry-ticket.a48902523.activity-details)[Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/whale-watching-cruise-on-a-yacht-in-reykjavik.a4089054.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northern Iceland - With kids ### Things to Do in Northern Iceland with Kids There are plenty of amazing experiences in Northern Iceland that the entire gang will get a buzz out of. Here are a few of the top [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6054683&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) around. - [Classic Whale Watching from Akureyri](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/classic-whale-watching-from-akureyri.a646491.activity-details) - [Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-the-heart-of-akureyri.a1135687.activity-details) - [Lake Mývatn and Powerful Dettifoss Day Tour from Akureyri](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-lake-myvatn-and-powerful-dettifoss-from-akureyri-max-6-in-jeep.a1097200.activity-details) - [Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-myvatn-day-tour-and-godafoss-waterfall-from-akureyri.a1009228.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Northern Iceland? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Northern Iceland ![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) ![The Botanic Gardens at Akureyri, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102186/84caee10-2543-4644-9e85-1cad0b871b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akureyri Botanical Garden Explore the great outdoors at Akureyri Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Akureyri-Botanical-Garden-Akureyri.d6102186.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dimmuborgir showing caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102198/985cb788-8f97-49ea-8a71-62d6958adae8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dimmuborgir Make your way around this strange world of bubbles and hollow castles formed millennia ago by lava beside a lake. [](https://expedia.com/Dimmuborgir-Myvatn.d6102198.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102184/33a4c9fa-9ab0-4b40-9e40-f4dd69655521.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akureyri Church Marvel at the stained-glass panel and the huge pipe organ that are among the treasures of this modern church that towers over the city. [](https://expedia.com/Akureyri-Church-Akureyri-City-Center.d6102184.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods 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..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from 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 ![Kirche Kirkjuhvammskirkja in Hvammstangi im Norden von Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7761/bc823970-921f-4d16-8c5d-2ff0abe84c36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hvammstangi ![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=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Myvatn ![Trollaskagi in between tunnels](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9174/c1cd7877-8ef1-420c-9175-822a0bff0a2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Olafsfjordur ![Landmannalaugar, Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035418/9bac971f-2ba6-4654-938c-5ccc96d23e67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Laugar ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in Northern Iceland on a sunny day? ### Are there cheap things to do in Northern Iceland? ### What can you do in Northern Iceland for free? > - Lake Myvatn > - Husavik Harbour > - Krafla Volcano > - Akureyri Church ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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