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Akureyri Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Local Food & Travel Tips | Trip.com
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What to do
Looking for things to do in Akureyri? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Route 1
6.1
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Akureyri church
5.1
4.6
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Akureyri Botanical Garden
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4.0
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Hlidarfjall Akureyri
3.4
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Goðafoss Waterfall
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Natural scenery
Forest Lagoon
3.1
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Camping Hamrar
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Akureyri Swimming Pool
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Hof Cultural and Conference Centre
2.7
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Blue Lagoon
9.1
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Akureyri, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Skald Hotel Akureyri Curio Collection by Hilton
4.7
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25 Reviews
Hotel Kea by Keahotels
4.4
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46 Reviews
Akureyri - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4.4
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70 Reviews
K16Apartments
4.8
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59 Reviews
Hotel Norðurland
4.1
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105 Reviews
Hotel Kjarnalundur- Aurora Dream - Lodges and Rooms
4.1
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52 Reviews
Centrum Hotel
4.1
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128 Reviews
Hafnarstræti Hostel
4.2
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64 Reviews
Hotel Akureyri
4.6
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133 Reviews
Saeluhus Apartments & Houses
4.5
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97 Reviews
Bryggjan Boutique Hotel
4.4
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141 Reviews
Acco Luxury Apartments
4.2
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42 Reviews
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Akureyri dishes and foodie spots.
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Backpackers Cafe
4.5
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6 Reviews
Bars/bistros
Avg. €38/person
Greifinn
4.4
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5 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €34/person
Mulaberg Bistro & Bar
3.7
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6 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €86/person
Aurora Restaurant
4.0
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6 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €27/person
Bláa Kannan Cafe
3.6
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6 Reviews
Coffee shop
Avg. €18/person
Brynja
4.3
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6 Reviews
Strikid
3.8
/5
8 Reviews
Bars/bistros
Sea view
Avg. €69/person
Kaffi Ilmur
3.7
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8 Reviews
Coffee shop
Avg. €16/person
Bautinn Restaurant
4.2
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6 Reviews
Seafood
Avg. €65/person
Bakaríið við Brúna
4.3
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6 Reviews
Coffee shop
Avg. €20/person
Isbudin Akureyri
4.4
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7 Reviews
Bakery
Axelsbakari Cafe and Bakery
3.8
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6 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €15/person
Akureyri Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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[Iceland · Akureyri] Maxed Out on Romance! A Breathtakingly Lovely Northern Town.
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[Iceland · Akureyri] Ice Cream at -3 Degrees! Dropping by the "Blast-Off Rocket" Church.
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Luxury Custom Iceland, 1v1 Relaxed Ring Road Tour, A Bit Pricey but Worth It
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The second largest city in Iceland, small and exquisite
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Leisure activities
Popular Attractions in Akureyri
Akureyri Golf Club
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Hof Cultural and Conference Centre
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Lystigardur Akureyrar
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Dimmalimm Mural by Guido van Helten
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Akureyri Botanical Garden
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Akureyri Municipal Library
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Estuary of the river Eyjafjardará
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Vaolaheioi Utsynispallur
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Brynja
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Backpackers Cafe
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Greifinn
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Mulaberg Bistro & Bar
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Aurora Restaurant
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Strikid
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Isbudin Akureyri
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Kaffi Ilmur
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Bautinn Restaurant
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Axelsbakari Cafe and Bakery
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Sushi Corner
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Krua Siam
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Eyja
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Rub23
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Sjanghae
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Pizzasmiðjan
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Centrum Kitchen & Bar
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Sykurverk Café
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Turninn Kebab
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DJ Grill
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