Akureyri City Center

Akureyri

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Akureyri which includes modern architecture and general coastal views
Akureyri featuring street scenes and a small town or village

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Akureyri featuring modern architecture and street scenes

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.

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral

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.

Akureyri Church
Akureyri's botanical garden is one of the most northerly in the world

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.

Akureyri Botanical Garden

Centre for Visual Arts

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Centre for Visual Arts during your travels in Akureyri. Discover the northern light views in this walkable area, or seek out the horseback riding.

Centre for Visual Arts

Forest Lagoon

You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern light views and shops.

Forest Lagoon

University of Akureyri

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Akureyri, during your trip to Akureyri. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

University of Akureyri

Things to do

Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

$99
per adult
Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri
Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

$180
per adult
Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat
Dimmuborgir

Full day Lake Myvatn Classic tour

$222
per adult
Full day Lake Myvatn Classic tour
We climb the Crater Mt. Hverfjall

Dettifoss and Goðafoss Waterfall Small Group from Akureyri Port

$228
per adult
Dettifoss and Goðafoss Waterfall Small Group from Akureyri Port
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

$109
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri
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Godafoss Express Classy Round Trip with Multiple Drop Off Choice

$139
per adult
Godafoss Express Classy Round Trip with Multiple Drop Off Choice
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Akureyri City Center Hotel Deals

Centrum Hotel

Centrum Hotel

3 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 102, Akureyri, Northeast Region
Fully refundable
$133 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
$154 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Matthiasarhus ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (466 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Centrum Hotel
Hotel Kea by Keahotels

Hotel Kea by Keahotels

4 out of 5
Hafnarstraeti 87-89, Akureyri
$150 nightly
The price is $173 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$173 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (947 reviews)
"Quiet room, heated towel rack, comfortable bed, easy checkin and checkout. Fabulous restaurant! We will visit again!"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

Hotel Kea by Keahotels
K16 apartments

K16 apartments

3.5 out of 5
Kaupvangstræti 16, Akureyri
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Matthiasarhus ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (549 reviews)
"Our stay at K16 was perfect! Great apartment with tv (included Netflix), nice kitchen, very comfortable bed and laundry. Amazing location and adorable town. We would stay there again."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

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K16 apartments
Hotel Norðurland

Hotel Norðurland

3 out of 5
Geislagata 7, Akureyri
$177 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
$207 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (283 reviews)
"Appreciation for Our Stay My wife, son, and I would like to express our sincere appreciation for the wonderful experience we had during our stay from August 22 to August 23 in room 215. Having traveled extensively, I can confidently say that the hospitality and attention to detail at your hotel truly ..."

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

Hotel Norðurland
Hafnarstræti Hostel

Hafnarstræti Hostel

2 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 99-101, Akureyri
$66 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Sep 19 to Sep 20
$81 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Matthiasarhus are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
"This is my first time staying in a Hostel. I was very impressed. Staff are helpful. The common area was big and clean. I did not like the pool table. It creates a loud noise. It is difficult to rest after a long day of hiking or traveling. IMO"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Hafnarstræti Hostel
Lava Apartments

Lava Apartments

3 out of 5
Glerárgata 3b, Akureyri
$127 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$148 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Matthiasarhus are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (485 reviews)
"Very central easily accessible, clean, quiet"

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2025

Lava Apartments
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Other neighborhoods around Akureyri City Center

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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.

Oddeyrin
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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.

Giljahverfi
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