Top Things to do in East Region
What to do and see in East Region, Iceland: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Discover the best top things to do in East Region, Iceland including JFS Handcraft, Minjasafnio a Bustarfelli - Bustarfell Museum, Hofn Local Guide, Askur Taproom - Taproom at Microbrewery, East Iceland Heritage Museum (Minjasafn Austurlands), Skriduklaustur, Hofn Swimming Pool, Vok Baths, Icelandic Wartime Museum, The French Museum.
Restaurants in East Region
1. JFS Handcraft
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By 152sigridurs - Reykjavik, Iceland
Stopped by with my daughter and Jon the owner greeted us warmly and took us on tour around his garden which had surpricingly much variety of icelandic stones. And then he has a store which he sells his own products. We bought a cheese knife where the shaft was from the horn of reindeer and it was really beautiful. If you are in Djupivogur this is a must see.
2. 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.
3. Hofn Local Guide
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
HOFN LOCAL GUIDE operates in the field of slow-adventure walks with a focus on nourishing experience through moderate movement in a beautiful nature, peaceful environment and personal communication with the locals. Dive into the story and culture of this beautiful fishing village and its stunning surroundings, with a guide born and bred in Hofn. Tours offered: Heart of Hofn - village walk. Yoga and mindfulness walk - Ósland nature reserve. Customised private hiking tours - Slow Adventure. Kayaking in Hornafjördur - moderate paddling and wild life.
4. Askur Taproom - Taproom at Microbrewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 65 reviews
Askur Taproom is a Taproom located in the brewery "Austri Brugghús" in Egilsstaðir. We offer a good variety of local craft beer and beer flights, along with quality coffee and good cocktails. At Askur Taproom you can book a tour around the brewery for groups where you can taste the local beer straight off the tank and get to know the brewing process itself. Guests can come by and enjoy beverages, watch TV or play a game of darts in a friendly atmosphere. We now offer great local pizzas as well! *Free WiFi *Flat screen TV for sports *Beer Pong table *Dartboard
Reviewed By florianm678 - Oberhausen, Germany
While originally looking for a Café we "accidentally" found the Askur Taproom & Pizzeria. It's a craft brewery with its own pizzeria next / connected to it. The place is really cool: The taproom is directly connected to the brewery with windows and a glass door between, so you can also have a look at the brewery while drinking your beer. When we visited there were 6 beers on tap, from a classic Kölsch up to very creative beers with Wasabi or Earl Grey infused. The beers were great, I loved it! Even better was the staff: We were chatting the whole time with the barkeeper and another local guy about Iceland, Germany, Croatia and of course: Beer! Very friendly and very cool. We loved it! PS: According to my girlfriend the pizza is also great!
5. East Iceland Heritage Museum (Minjasafn Austurlands)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
The East Iceland Heritage Museum was founded in 1943 and since then its aims has been to preserve the history of East Iceland by collecting and preserving things that reflect the society, culture and everyday life of people in the area. The museum has two permanent exhibitions, one about the reindeer in East Iceland and one about the old rural household in the region. The focus of the reindeer exhibition is on the nature, characteristics and survival of the reindeer's as well as hunting and how reindeer products have contributed to a creative development of fashion design and handcraft. In the other exhibition, items that belong to the history of the old rural community in east Iceland as it was until the mid-20th century are on display. Most of the items relate to their practical role in everyday life while other objects bear witness to that life was not only about basic survival but also about making beautiful things for decoration and pleasure. The museum also has diverse temporary exhibitions through the year.
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. Vok Baths
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Vök Baths is a geothermal destination on the beautiful Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland. Vök harnesses the geothermal power of the region to create a unique bathing experience with amazing views of the rest of the lake and the surrounding area. Fully immerse yourself in Iceland’s unique and untouched landscape and become one with nature at the country’s first series of geothermal floating pools.
9. 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!
10. 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.
