Top Things to do in Akureyri
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Akureyri, Northeast Region
Discover the best top things to do in Akureyri, Iceland including Viking Rafting, Wide Open, Keli Sea Tours, Godafoss, Arctic Botanical Gardens (Lystigardurinn), Safnasafnid The Folk and Outsider Art Museum, The Old Farmhouse Laufas, The Aviation Museum, Sundlaug Akureyrar, The Motorcycle Museum of Iceland.
Restaurants in Akureyri
1. Viking Rafting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 739 reviews
We are the newest face of north Iceland's original rafting company, now 100% owned and operated by the same guides that take you down the river everyday! Our passion for paddling is stronger than ever, as is our commitment to providing the most fun and professional service in the industry. We invite you to join our smiling guides for the ultimate river adventure in Iceland!
2. Wide Open
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 47 reviews
Wide Open is all about hiking, nature and exploring new horizons away from the crowd. Eyjafjördur and the Akureyri surroundings are ideal for hiking in the summer and stunning in the winter for snowshoeing. We guide small groups into those magical landscapes and also arrange a tailor made trip for you.
3. Keli Sea Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 74 reviews
Come aboard an traditional Icelandic oak boat and travel Eyjafjorður. Experience the wildlife and weather traveling from Akureyri around one of the most beautiful fjords in Iceland. Whale watching adventure with birds and other wildlife surely enriching the experience. We set off close to Hof, downtown Akureyri .
4. Godafoss
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,877 reviews
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!
5. Arctic Botanical Gardens (Lystigardurinn)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 830 reviews
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. Safnasafnid The Folk and Outsider Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
7. The Old Farmhouse Laufas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By Reno1717 - Wirral, United Kingdom
This was such a lovely surprise 200% better than I thought it was going to be And it’s a must visit Very very good insight to the lives and how the people lived Thoroughly enjoyed
8. The Aviation Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Explore the fascinating journey of Iceland’s 100 years of aviation history. The Icelandic Aviation Museum was formed in 1999 and opened its doors on the 24th of June in 2000. Its goal is to preserve the history of flying in Iceland, to record the stories of those who have taken part in this and to promote the importance of aviation in our country. In addition to an interesting variety of aircraft and artefacts, there are photographic displays that depict various facets of aviation history. Also on display are ultra-lights, aircraft engines, model aircraft, airport equipment, a flight simulation trainer and much more. Together the exhibits illustrate the story of Icelandic aviation in a lively way. Of interest to many, are artefacts recovered from the wreck of a British R.A.F Fairey Battle which crashed in the mountains to the wast of Akureyri in 1941? The Icelandic Aviation Museum is a living entity in constant renewal, with many of the aircraft still actively in use and flying.
