The 10 Best Things to do in Northeast Region, Iceland

July 29, 2021 Veronika Gaddis

Discover the best top things to do in Northeast Region, Iceland including Askja, The Transportation Museum at Ystafell, Godafoss, The Husavik Whale Museum, Arctic Botanical Gardens (Lystigardurinn), Lake Myvatn, Myvatn Nature Baths (Jardbodin vid Myvatn), Dettifoss Waterfall, Krafla Lava Fields, Selfoss Waterfall.
Restaurants in Northeast Region

1. Askja

Reykjahlid, Lake Myvatn Iceland http://kip.is
Excellent
84%
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11%
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3%
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5.0 based on 132 reviews

Askja

2. The Transportation Museum at Ystafell

Ystafell 3, Husavik 641 Iceland +354 464 3133 [email protected] http://www.ystafell.is
Excellent
94%
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5.0 based on 67 reviews

The Transportation Museum at Ystafell

The Transportation Museum at Ystafell is the oldest car museum in Iceland and has one of the largest collections of cars in the country. It also features many other types of vehicles and plenty of antique treasures to discover.

Reviewed By elvarveigur11

Amazing place for people who love history and love cars, personally i think this is one of the most uniqe museum in iceland, i am going to visit this place everytime i drive by because the experience you get is so unreal. Love this place and love the people that own it.

3. Godafoss

Akureyri Iceland +354 464 3322 http://www.thingeyjarsveit.is/is/english
Excellent
75%
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22%
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4.5 based on 1,877 reviews

Godafoss

Reviewed By GC404 - Anchorage, United States

One of Iceland’s largest falls, Godafoss has an important role in the country’s history... the trails and parking areas have been newly constructed, and access is easy (right off the Ring Road east of Akureyri) which makes it very popular with visitors. There’s a convenience store/gas station plus restaurant nearby too. Enjoy!

4. The Husavik Whale Museum

Hafnarstett 1, Husavik 640 Iceland +354 414 2800 [email protected] http://www.whalemuseum.is/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 699 reviews

The Husavik Whale Museum

The Húsavík Whale Museum is a non-profit organization established in 1997. The Húsavík Whale Museum is situated in Húsavík, a small town in north east Iceland, on the shores of Skjálfandi Bay, just below the Arctic Circle at 66° N. The museum’s purpose is to educate the public about whales, with emphasis on the species occurring in the North Atlantic. The exhibition provides informative and attractive displays that have the capacity to raise awareness about cetaceans and their environment. The scientific component includes an introduction to the museum’s research, which has been expanding since 2001 and now includes international collaborations and publications. The museum was acknowledged as an educational facility by the Icelandic Ministry of Education in 2007.

Reviewed By AnupSushmank - Dallas, United States

If you do whale watching tour, which I highly recommend, then you will get 10-20% discount for this museum and some restaurants. This is worth it. They have free filter coffee inside.

5. Arctic Botanical Gardens (Lystigardurinn)

Eyrarlandsvegur 3, Akureyri 600 Iceland +354 462 7487 http://www.lystigardur.akureyri.is
Excellent
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4.5 based on 830 reviews

Arctic Botanical Gardens (Lystigardurinn)

Reviewed By travelwithcarlo - London, United Kingdom

One of the most peaceful & beautiful places to visit in the city. We came in June & the amount of flora was unbelievable some of the plant life here is breathtaking. The smell of fresh flowers & sounds of bird life will make you want to stay for hours especially considering they have a beautifully designed cafe in the centre.

6. Lake Myvatn

Lake Myvatn Iceland
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,079 reviews

Lake Myvatn

Reviewed By Tissa010 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Very diverse area in the north of Iceland. You can easily spend aroun 3 days here going to the different sights around the lake, the lagoon for a swim, whale watching in Husavik and other sights in the area.

7. Myvatn Nature Baths (Jardbodin vid Myvatn)

Jardbadsholum, Lake Myvatn Iceland +354 464 4411 [email protected] http://www.jardbodin.is
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,617 reviews

Myvatn Nature Baths (Jardbodin vid Myvatn)

Drawing on a centuries-old tradition, the tastefully designed complex offers bathers a completely natural experience that begins with a relaxing dip amidst clouds of steam rising up from a fissure deep in the Earth´s surface, and ends with a luxurious swim in a pool of geothermal water drawn from depths of up to 2.500 metres.Containing a unique blend of minerals, silicates and geothermal microorganisms, the warm, soothing waters of Mývatn Nature Baths are beneficial to skin and spirit alike, creating a sense of wellbeing which lingers on as a lasting memory of your visit to this spellbinding area at Europe´s outer limits.Facilities on offer include a reception area and restaurant seating 120 guests, changing rooms and showers for up to 300 guests, two natural steam baths accommodating up to 50 bathers at a time, and a 5000m2 geothermal bathing pool maintained at a constant temperature of 38-40ºC.

Reviewed By 2morrows - Port Coquitlam, Canada

The Myvatn nature Baths are set in an outdoor area with hot springs contained in naturally landscaped areas where one can enjoy the baths and the scenery. They are very reasonable priced compared to the Blue Lagoon, not in a man made setting and much less crowded. They include changing rooms, showers, sauna, geothermal pools and a nice restaurant with a viewing area to eat and relax upstairs with a good view of the pools.

8. Dettifoss Waterfall

Lake Myvatn Iceland http://www.visiticeland.com/plan-your-trip/travel-search/Details/dettifoss-waterfall?type=place
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,217 reviews

Dettifoss Waterfall

Reviewed By TonySwiss

One of the main attractions of the Mvatn area, this waterfall is 100 meters across, half as high, and one of the highest-volume in Europe. That said, it is not one of my absolute favourites as it is about massive power rather than good looks. Get there in the morning and a rainbow (or more than one) arches over the river downstream of the falls. There are extensive paths so you can view from different angles. If you have time, drive the gravel road 864 to see the falls from the other side of the river too; this gives you the bonus of a wonderful view down the Asbyrgi canyon.

9. Krafla Lava Fields

Route 863, Lake Myvatn Iceland http://www.visitmyvatn.is
Excellent
69%
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4.5 based on 742 reviews

Krafla Lava Fields

Reviewed By Tjalling01 - Groningen, The Netherlands

We, family of 4 with two young kids, had a great walk in this awesome lava field. Part of the walk is easily accessible, if you want to take the bigger loop it becomes more adventurous. Highly recommended.

10. Selfoss Waterfall

Iceland http://www.nat.is/travelguideeng2/ploifin_selfoss_jokulsa.htm
Excellent
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4.5 based on 287 reviews

Selfoss Waterfall

Reviewed By 552jimp - Hendersonville, United States

Well worth going to. It is actually several waterfalls in one. There are several different vantage points to be able to enjoy these beautiful waterfalls. It is one of the prettiest in Iceland, I believe. Well worth taking time to go to and a hike around. There is also food nearby. It was even prettier with some ice on it because we were there in October and early November. You will not be disappointed!

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