Top Things to do in East Region
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in East Region, Iceland
Discover the best top things to do in East Region, Iceland including Glacier Lagoon, Fellsfjara, Minjasafnio a Bustarfelli - Bustarfell Museum, Skaftafell National Park, Lac Polaire, Skriduklaustur, Hofn Swimming Pool, Icelandic Wartime Museum, The French Museum, Seydisfjordur Church.
Restaurants in East Region
1. Glacier Lagoon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,532 reviews
Reviewed By schmidtmg - Switzerland, null
The Glacier Lagoon at Jokulsarlon is a very special place - it is where the mighty Vatnajökull glacier dips into the Atlantic. The landscape of smaller or bigger icebergs that broke into the water from the glacier and slowly drift towards the ocean is amazing. You can actually pick up. little boulders of ice that have been washed onto the shore. This must rank with the ten or twelve most awesome natural sites that I have seen..... and it's worth the long drive from Reykjavik to see.
2. Fellsfjara
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 713 reviews
Reviewed By 420jessicah - London, United Kingdom
I was so looking forward to this, and it certainly did not disappoint. Beautiful beach with gorgeous icebergs and black sand. Quite busy at the main part, but as soon as you start walking down the beach you're alone.
3. Minjasafnio a Bustarfelli - Bustarfell Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Bustarfell museum is an ancient manor, and one of the largest estates in Vopnafjorður. The same family has lived in Bustarfell since 1532. The turf house has a long and complex history, as the structures have been adapted to changing conditions. As seen today, the Icelandic turf house is the product of centuries of interactions between Icelandic nature and the trends of different periods. Like other turf structures, the farmhouse at Bustarfell has evolved over the centuries. The oldest part of the present building dates from after a disastrous fire in 1769. The Hjaleigan Cafe, adjacent to the old farmhouse is open daily during the summer season. The museum is open daily through the summer, 10:00 – 17:00.
4. Skaftafell National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,128 reviews
Reviewed By Tissa010 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Beautiful area to do some hiking and see the big glaciers of Vatnajökull. You can choose your own route and difficulty, but if you're able you should definitely go up route 55 or 56 to the edge of the glacier.
5. Lac Polaire
6. Skriduklaustur
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Centre of culture and history with monastic ruins, historical exhibitions, art gallery, gift shop and a local food restaurant. Opening hours June-August 10:00-18:00 and May&September 12:00-17:00. April & half October 12:00-16:00.
Reviewed By BasS215 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
A part of Icelandic history Worth the trip and don’t forget to visit Klausterkaffi for lunch Inside the building
7. Hofn Swimming Pool
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By astdis - Odense, Denmark
Great outdoors heated swimmingpool with a kids pool a cold jacuzzi and 2 hot ones. It also has water slides and a sauna.
8. Icelandic Wartime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By SophieBlue09 - Payson, United States
My husband and I had no knowledge as to what role Iceland played in World War II and we wanted to find out! Individual audio players -- provided with the very reasonable price of admission -- ran an excellent commentary as we made our way through the rooms on the single floor. Our question was answered quickly (supply convoys of crucial supplies shipped to Europe turned out to be a major reason) but the best and most moving part was the video! Nearby, there was a dramatic and tragic event that made unsung heroes of a local farm family. It's mostly re-told by survivors from Iceland and the United Kingdom. The museum also contained artifacts and tableaux with additional information on every single item available on laminated pages in Icelandic and English. Several WWII vehicles were on display outside. I have to comment on the most unusual "restroom" that had both female and male symbols on the door. Once inside, there was one large room with two sinks and three stalls for men AND/OR women to use!
9. The French Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
A great museum and learning experience. The museum is small, but very interesting and didactic. From outside a small place but inside is a huge exhibition. This museum is located in two stately buildings, the Doctor's House and the French Hospital as they are called, built by the French fishermen around 1900. In the museum, the interesting history and legacy of the French sailors in Iceland is shown by means of the latest multimedia technology. We were impressed with the quality of the exhibits and interactive elements in a small town, and surprised by the history. This museum is really interesting.
10. Seydisfjordur Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 244 reviews
Reviewed By keett712 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This town has a idyllic backdrop against a very good reflection pool (small pond) with the famous Blue Church. With the snowy mountains backdrop and wintry cold, this little very beautiful small village is very quaint and photogenic to capture. The pics are captivating in an equally stunningly quiet and peaceful backdrop. Does not feel real. The wow factor is definitely strong and equally too is thrilling high mountain ride all the way from Egilsstadir town. The drive across snow capped mountain are so emotionally beautiful with fresh soft snow all across the 30 min ride with foggy sights strewn along the pass.
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